Cannabis Cafe Bill vetoed in California Image Cannabis News October 10, 2023 Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have seen the introduction of Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California. Newsom said he vetoed the bill over concerns that it would undermine the state’s smoke-free workplace protections. The BillContinue Reading

The Caribbean is famous for its beautiful beaches, but the US Virgin Islands have faced challenges from past scandals and natural disasters. Now, they’re considering cannabis legalization to boost their economy and support local communities, including the Rastafari, who view cannabis as sacred. However, there’s a risk of exploitation byContinue Reading

Poseidon Investment Management is a leading cannabis venture capital firm co-founded by managing partner Emily Paxhia with her brother, Morgan. Paxhia has spent nearly a decade reviewing thousands of cannabis companies and is active in the investment decision-making and oversight processes. She collaborates with her partners to create deal structures,Continue Reading

In this week’s cannabis news round-up, New York broadens applicant pool in push to expand legal cannabis market; study reveals legalization doesn’t amplify cannabis use among young at-risk Canadian adults; and Gelato announces collab with hip-hop star Phix.  PHOTO Giuseppe da Mota New York Broadens Applicant Pool in Push toContinue Reading

Older adults function better with Medical Cannabis Image Cannabis News October 6, 2023 A new study exploring the effects of medical cannabis in older adults found improvements in day to day functionality, as well as reductions in pain and opioid use. Cannabis use is increasing among older adults, particularly overContinue Reading

Plans for Canajoharie Cannabis growing site advance Image Cannabis News October 6, 2023 E29 Labs, which has backing of Montgomery County, files application with the state to construct facility. Plans for a $15 million indoor cannabis growing facility at the former Beech-Nut site in Montgomery County moved forward this weekContinue Reading

‘Making a go of it.’ $5B in Cannabis sales statewide is no surprise Image Cannabis News October 6, 2023 A recent report from the Cannabis Control Commission that sales of recreational marijuana in Massachusetts have surpassed $5 billion is no surprise to David O’Brien. He is the president and CEOContinue Reading

It’s time to align Cannabis laws with reality in Arizona Image Cannabis News October 6, 2023 There are some important movements afoot to bring cannabis into the mainstream and make cannabis businesses easier to operate. First, the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) has recommended to the Drug EnforcementContinue Reading