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Jones Soda sells marijuana beverage business for $3 million

Jones Soda Co. sold its marijuana beverage business to MJ Reg Disrupters for $3 million.

News June 23
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Marijuana brand High Times to return after $3.5 million acquisition

Raw Rolling Papers founder Josh Kesselman and Matt Stang, a former co-owner of High Times, paid $3.5 million…

News June 17
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Cookies wins $22.7 million from partner; fate of branded cannabis stores unknown

Cookies, one of the most recognizable brands in the cannabis space, is set to collect $22.7 million from…

News June 17
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California moves to make hemp-derived THC ban permanent

California health officials are moving to make permanent the state’s emergency ban on hemp-derived THC products.

News June 16
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Marijuana industry insiders bullish on federal reform under Trump

It might happen soon, but President Donald Trump will deliver on major marijuana reform, according to two cannabis…

News June 13
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US marijuana business licensing stable in early 2025

The U.S. marijuana licensing market remained stable in early 2025, with the total number of active licenses growing…

News June 12
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Whistleblower suit against cannabis firm Metrc dismissed; related case continues

An Oregon judge on Monday agreed to dismiss a whistleblower lawsuit brought against cannabis seed-to-sale tracking software provider…

News June 10
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Infused pre-rolls ignite California’s marijuana market

Infused pre-rolls are rapidly gaining popularity and reshaping sales trends in the California marijuana market.

News June 10
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Green Dragon to shut down Denver cannabis cultivation facility

Cannabis operator Green Dragon is shutting down its Denver cultivation facility, resulting in 45 workers losing their jobs.

News June 9
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How Old Pal built a cannabis brand rooted in community

Some cannabis brands stand out not just for their products but for the distinct culture and philosophy they…

News June 9
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