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Hemp THC regulation is inevitable, not a ban. Here’s how operators can prepare.

Some in the hemp THC sector are fearful of the looming federal ban when they should be preparing…

News May 22
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New Massachusetts cannabis czar takes over $1.65 billion industry

Christopher Harding replaces Shannon O’Brien, who was reinstated last fall as CCC chair after a contentious political dispute.

News May 21
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‘Reckless’ 280E gamble backfires as feds demand millions from cannabis MSO

In a troubling sign for cannabis operators that claimed 280E relief before rescheduling, the IRS wants TerrAscend USA…

News May 20
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Cannabis markets worldwide are feeling price compression, oversupply pressures

Many new markets are stuck in a familiar cycle: ramping up supply faster than they’re adding customers and…

News May 20
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Cannabis lending to expand as ‘institutional capital’ sinks $60 million into FundCanna

The new structure could support more than $500 million in cumulative funding over the next several years.

News May 19
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Colorado lawmakers reject cannabis hospitality ‘pop-up’ events

A push to legalize temporary cannabis events, or "pop-ups," failed in the Colorado Legislature.

News May 18
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Stronger products and legalized vapes could grow Georgia medical cannabis

Registered patients 21 and older will be able to buy vaporizable cannabis products from licensed dispensaries thanks to…

News May 14
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Federal judge approves cannabis MSO for Chapter 15 bankruptcy

In a move that could signal new options for cannabis companies seeking bankruptcy protections, a U.S. judge signed…

News May 14
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Past-due cannabis invoices expose a growing credit discipline gap

Brett Gelfand created Cannabiz Credit Association help cannabis operators make better decisions on who to extend credit to.

News May 14
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Medical cannabis operators are lining up to register with the DEA after marijuana rescheduling

It's not yet known whether DEA registration will be mandatory for benefits like 280E relief, but for medical…

News May 13
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