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New York reaches $1 billion mark in recreational cannabis sales

Total recreational cannabis sales in New York have eclipsed the $1 billion milestone since the adult-use market launched…

News January 2
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Marijuana MSO iAnthus acquires vape brand Cheetah for $1.5 million

Marijuana multistate operator iAnthus Capital Holdings is buying Illinois vape brand Cheetah Enterprises in an all-stock deal valued…

News January 2
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Minnesota adult-use cannabis license applicants start new year with uncertainty, hope

Instead of putting the finishing touches on their businesses in anticipation of Minnesota’s adult-use market launch early this…

News January 2
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Marijuana mints maker nails its niche with accurate dosing and full-spectrum oil

California cannabis brand Breez has stayed true to its core mission of providing access to medical marijuana patients…

News December 31
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What is the economic outlook for marijuana companies in 2025?

The future looks sunnier for the marijuana industry. How companies respond to macroeconomic factors will decide the health…

News December 27
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Keef Brands bubbles to top of competitive cannabis beverage sector

Colorado-based Keef Brands has more than 70 SKUs – including gummies, oils and vapes – but carbonated sodas…

News December 26
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Alabama medical marijuana agency’s grievance process inadequate, court says

Alabama’s controversial medical marijuana regulatory agency acted “properly” when it revoked cannabis business permits issued in 2023, an…

News December 23
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PharmaCann defaulted on several leases, cannabis REIT alleges

Cannabis real estate manager Innovative Industrial Properties (IIP) is claiming that multistate operator PharmaCann has defaulted on several…

News December 23
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Marijuana MSO Standard Wellness secures $10 million loan

Marijuana multistate operator Standard Wellness Holdings has secured a $10 million credit facility.

News December 23
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Cannabis operators report Instagram page ‘shadow bans’ and closures

Despite growing acceptance of cannabis, many state-regulated marijuana businesses say their social media pages are being hidden or…

News December 23
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