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Report: Cannabis contributes $2 billion annually to Washington state economy

The legal cannabis industry has grown at a “staggering rate” in Washington and now contributes roughly $2 billion…

News January 29
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Arizona’s new recreational cannabis firms see strong sales, possible supply issues on horizon

Vertically integrated cannabis companies in Arizona's fledgling recreational market are reporting long customer lines and robust sales after…

News January 29
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San Diego County starts work on marijuana social equity program

One of the few remaining major metro California markets that doesn’t have a marijuana social equity program began…

News January 28
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Michigan cannabis operator brings in $50 million from small investor offering

Gage Growth, a Michigan-based cannabis operation, said it raised the maximum $50 million allowed through a Regulation A,…

News January 28
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Five state medical marijuana markets that could get a boost through reforms in 2021

A handful of states could pass significant medical marijuana reforms this year, providing for additional licensing opportunities and…

News January 28
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Arizona medical cannabis firms qualify for second grow permit, regulators say

Arizona’s longstanding 130 medical cannabis businesses – which are vertically integrated, by law – may now each snag…

News January 27
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Newly formed Cannabis Beverage Council inspired by alcohol prohibition

A new beverage group has been formed to connect leaders in the cannabis and beverage industries who hope…

News January 27
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Arizona’s initial adult-use marijuana licensing leaves some cities underserved

Arizona might have opened adult-use marijuana sales last week, but the initial round of retail licenses, whether by…

News January 26
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Cannabis firm Weedmaps aims for 175% revenue growth via higher ad prices, wider footprint

Cannabis advertising giant Weedmaps hopes to boost its revenue over the next three years by a whopping 175%…

News January 26
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Canadian marijuana retailer High Tide buys US online head shop for $8 million

Calgary, Alberta-based marijuana retailer High Tide is spending $8 million to acquire Smoke Cartel, a U.S. e-commerce website…

News January 25
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