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Why earnouts matter in cannabis M&A

Earnouts are a common risk-allocation provision in cannabis and hemp mergers and acquisitions used to bridge the business-value…

News September 25
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House Judiciary Chair reiterates commitment to marijuana banking reform

The chair of the House Judiciary panel said he is committed to working to advance a comprehensive marijuana…

News September 25
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Marijuana industry reaction to California’s 2019 legislative session: Some wins, but many MJ business issues still outstanding

California’s 2019 legislative session drew to a close earlier this month, and it was a lackluster year for…

News September 25

At long last: A full US House vote on a cannabis banking bill

The multibillion-dollar U.S. cannabis industry is poised to cross a historic threshold Wednesday with a scheduled U.S. House vote…

News September 25

Massachusetts governor bans sale of all vaping products, becoming first state to target marijuana and tobacco vaporizers

Massachusetts has become the first state to ban the sale of cannabis and tobacco vaping products, dealing a…

News September 24
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Washington state man sues 6 cannabis firms, alleges products caused lung illness

A Washington state man is suing six cannabis vape companies for allegedly causing his lung illness, reportedly the…

News September 24
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Massachusetts regulators say yes to marijuana cafes, home delivery

Massachusetts regulators approved two new types of licenses that could be a boon to marijuana businesses in the state…

News September 24
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UT gov signs medical cannabis bill increasing dispensaries, licensing couriers

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert, as expected, signed a bill that will increase the number of medical marijuana dispensaries…

News September 24
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Chart: With rec sales on the horizon, Illinois’ medical cannabis program surging

Illinois’ medical marijuana program is experiencing its most significant and sustained period of growth yet, nearly three years…

News September 24
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Marijuana compliance firm Akerna reports increased revenue, higher losses

Denver-based Akerna, a cannabis technology compliance provider, on Monday reported revenue of approximately $11 million for its fiscal…

News September 23
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