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SAFE Banking Act Nowhere to Be Found in Wake of Schedule III Cannabis Order

Cannabis Business Times

The new federal posture toward loosening restrictions on cannabis does not appear to have increased congressional appetite for industry banking reform.

26 May 2026

Prescription Cannabis Telehealth Platform Launches in Colorado, With Multistate Expansion Planned

Cannabis Business Times

Watkins-based Kazmira Therapeutics launches a first-of-its-kind telehealth platform for prescription cannabis.

26 May 2026

Vireo Growth to Acquire Bridgewell Agribusiness

Cannabis Business Times

The cannabis company announced plans to purchase the supplier of organic and non-GMO food and agricultural products.

26 May 2026

Curaleaf Announces 1-for-3 Reverse Stock Split in Preparation for US Stock Exchange Uplisting

Cannabis Business Times

In consultation with U.S. stock exchanges, the reverse stock split prepares Curaleaf for uplisting in response to U.S. cannabis rescheduling.

26 May 2026

GCNC, Whitney Economics Report Examines Europe's Expanding Role in Global Cannabis Market

Cannabis Business Times

The report explores the EU and UK’s medical market growth, international trade, pricing pressure, regulatory evolution and why Europe may shape the industry's next phase.

26 May 2026

Boxer Derek Chisora Says Medical Cannabis Helps Combat Chronic Pain After 50 Fights

Cannabis Health News

The former heavyweight boxing contender revealed he is using prescribed medical cannabis to manage chronic pain.

25 May 2026

Boxer Derek Chisora Says Medical Cannabis Helps Combat Chronic Pain After 50 Fights

Cannabis Health News

The former heavyweight boxing contender revealed he is using prescribed medical cannabis to manage chronic pain. The post Boxer Derek Chisora Says Medical Cannabis Helps Combat Chronic Pain After 50 Fights appeared first on Cannabis Health News.

25 May 2026

Massachusetts cannabis regulators to begin THC potency inflation checks

MjBiz Daily

The new rule says the actual THC percentage must be within 75% to 125% of what is printed on the product label. Massachusetts cannabis regulators to begin THC potency inflation checks is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

22 May 2026

Cannabis MSO lands in receivership over $210 million debt to lender

MjBiz Daily

New Jersey-based TerrAscend Corp. is in receivership in Michigan after defaulting on a $210 million loan. Cannabis MSO lands in receivership over $210 million debt to lender is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

22 May 2026

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

MjBiz Daily

Some in the hemp THC sector are fearful of the looming federal ban when they should be preparing for regulation instead. Hemp THC regulation is inevitable, not a ban. Here’s how operators can prepare. is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

22 May 2026

Genetic Link Between Cannabis Use and Psychosis Could Help Identify Those at Risk — Study

Cannabis Health News

Researchers say it could help identify those most at risk of developing psychosis.

22 May 2026

Genetic Link Between Cannabis Use and Psychosis Could Help Identify Those at Risk — Study

Cannabis Health News

Researchers say it could help identify those most at risk of developing psychosis. The post Genetic Link Between Cannabis Use and Psychosis Could Help Identify Those at Risk — Study appeared first on Cannabis Health News.

22 May 2026

Virginia governor explains shock rejection of cannabis retail market

MjBiz Daily

Avoiding the mistakes of other states that moved too quickly to launch adult-use sales – and limiting cannabis retail opportunities – are some reasons Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger gave for vetoing a marijuana sales launch. Virginia governor explains shock rejection of cannabis retail market is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

21 May 2026

2026 Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Research Study Data and Program Report Released

Cannabis Business Times

The report includes 17 key findings and provides one of the most comprehensive research, public health and policy analyses of the state program.

21 May 2026

Innovative Industrial Properties Announces Closing of $45 Million in Secured Term Loans

Cannabis Business Times

The real estate investment trust closed on four secured term loans, which bear interest at a fixed rate of 6.67%

21 May 2026

Zen Leaf Dispensaries Mark 10-Year Las Vegas Anniversary with “All-in-at-10” Celebrations

Cannabis Business Times

The community-focused celebrations feature special deals, small business support, charity partnerships, Elvis lookalike contests, giveaways and more.

21 May 2026

Cannabis Business Leans on Schedule III Listing, Asks US Tax Court to Recognize 280E Refunds for Prior Years

Cannabis Business Times

The IRS can’t dispute that medical cannabis falls outside the meaning of Schedule I or II ‘without contradicting the president, the acting attorney general and HHS,’ the company says.

21 May 2026

Advocates Call for Wider Access to Medical Cannabis in Women’s Health Conditions

Cannabis Health News

A new policy model aims to integrate women’s health conditions into medical cannabis frameworks across Europe.

20 May 2026

Advocates Call for Wider Access to Medical Cannabis in Women’s Health Conditions

Cannabis Health News

A new policy model aims to integrate women’s health conditions into medical cannabis frameworks across Europe. The post Advocates Call for Wider Access to Medical Cannabis in Women’s Health Conditions appeared first on Cannabis Health News.

20 May 2026

Virginia Governor Blocks Adult-Use Dispensary Sales Bill

Cannabis Business Times

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation that would have legalized a licensed marketplace with a January 2027 dispensary sales launch.

20 May 2026

Hemp’s Next Market? CBD-Based Plastics Could Transform Demand

Cannabis Business Times

A new study shows CBD-based polymers’ potential in new applications, including a thermoplastic that could rival common petroleum-derived plastics widely used in single-use water bottles and other packaging.

20 May 2026

FundCanna Secures Up to $60 Million Senior Credit Facility to Expand Cannabis Funding Platform

Cannabis Business Times

Backed by global institutional investment firm, transaction marks rare institutional entry into unsecured cannabis lending as industry faces persistent capital shortage

19 May 2026

Global Cannabis Report From GCNC, Whitney Economics Examines How Pricing Compression Reshapes Emerging Markets

Cannabis Business Times

The report combines global pricing data and operator insight to help investors, regulators and suppliers better understand evolving market dynamics.

19 May 2026

Planet 13 Receives OMMU Approval for Florida BHO Extraction Facility

Cannabis Business Times

The cannabis company can now serve a full concentrate category under the Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use’s approval.

19 May 2026