Pennsylvania House Passes Historic Adult-Use Cannabis Bill, Advances to Senate
HARRISBURG, PA – June 9, 2025 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Monday, June…
Ascend Wellness Expands: New Lewis Center Hub Opens
Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) has officially announced the expansion of its Ohio operations with the opening of a new dispensary in Lewis Center. This facility marks the seventh location in the company’s Ohio portfolio, representing a significant milestone in their efforts to increase access to both medical and recreational cannabis products. The grand opening event,…
Vireo Growth Secures $60M to Bolster NY and FL Cultivation
Vireo Growth Inc. has officially closed a strategic $60 million real estate financing package, marking a critical step in the company’s effort to stabilize and expand its cultivation and production footprint. This capital infusion arrives at a pivotal moment, specifically targeting operational capacity in New York and Florida—two of the most highly coveted and complex…
October 2026 Cannabis Calendar: The NYC & East Coast Summit
As the leaves turn across the Northeast, the cannabis industry is experiencing a seismic shift in networking and professional engagement. October 2026 has emerged as a landmark month, with a concentrated focus on high-level strategy, regulatory compliance, and brand exhibition. Zen Den HR, a critical voice in professional development for the sector, has highlighted that…
Curaleaf International Sets APAC Benchmark: First TGA-Approved Inhalation Device
Curaleaf International has officially secured a major regulatory victory in Australia, achieving the country’s first-ever Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) registration for a liquid medical cannabis inhalation device. This pivotal development not only establishes a new benchmark for clinical-grade delivery systems in the Australian medical cannabis market but also underscores the company’s aggressive and strategic expansion…
From Landrace to Cheetah Piss: Cannabis’s Identity Crisis
The cannabis industry is currently grappling with a branding paradox. While the underlying product—a botanical specimen rich in cannabinoids and terpenes—remains a biological entity, the way it is sold has undergone a tectonic shift. In the span of a few decades, we have moved from the romantic, travel-inspired naming of the 1960s to the aggressive,…
Detroit’s ‘Cannabis Connect’ Summit Sparks Market Innovation
Today, October 1, 2026, the Detroit cannabis community gathers for ‘The Cannabis Connect,’ an event designed to foster collaboration between investors, industry leaders, and culture enthusiasts in the Michigan market. The summit, held in the heart of Detroit, marks a crucial turning point for the Great Lakes region as stakeholders shift their focus from rapid…
Cannabis Seed Crackdown: New 2026 Federal Rules Explained
As of October 2026, the legal landscape for home cannabis cultivation in the United States has shifted dramatically. A finalized federal update has fundamentally altered the status of cannabis seeds, effectively closing a widely utilized regulatory loophole that has sustained the domestic seed market since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill. For home growers…
3 Cannabis Picks for October 2026: Jon’s D.C. Forecast
As the Washington D.C. cannabis market enters the final quarter of 2026, shifting consumer preferences toward terpene-forward profiles and boutique genetics have redefined what makes a standout strain. Jonathan Crandall, a prominent local cannabis expert known for his analytical approach to cultivar curation, has released his highly anticipated October recommendations. This month, Crandall pivots away…
Nowadays Founders Pivot to Launch ‘Unwind’ in 1,000 Walmarts
The functional beverage market is undergoing a seismic shift, and the founders behind the hit THC-infused drink brand Nowadays are at the forefront of the movement. Justin Tidwell and Anthony Puterman have officially announced the launch of Unwind, a new functional relaxation beverage that abandons the intoxicating effects of THC in favor of adaptogens and…
Puffcon 2026: Metro Boomin and Action Bronson Lead LA Return
Puffcon 2026 is officially set to return to Los Angeles on October 3-4, 2026, marking a highly anticipated comeback for the cannabis and music festival hosted by Puffco. This year’s installment promises to elevate the festival’s reputation as a premier destination for cultural convergence, featuring an expansive lineup headlined by producer titan Metro Boomin and…
