Hank Thompson

With a Master’s in Corporate Law from Georgetown University, I am a retired corporate lawyer who specialized in cannabis brand/company mergers and acquisitions. My thorough understanding of corporate law and strategic insight make my contributions to Green Culture authoritative and informative. I love writing for Green Culture because it allows me to spread my knowledge and stay connected within the cannabis industry. My deep expertise in corporate governance and regulatory issues, combined with my clear, insightful perspective on the evolving cannabis market, makes my articles both engaging and knowledgeable.

Mfused Launches FLO: The Battery That Kills ‘Generic’

In an industry where the oil—the cannabis extract—is frequently the center of the conversation, the delivery vehicle, often dismissed as a generic accessory, has long been the weakest link. Today, Mfused, a recognized leader in cannabis technology and custom vaporizer platforms, officially announced the launch of FLO. This next-generation 510-thread stick battery arrives with a…

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Spannabis 2026: Bilbao Debut Signals New Era for Global Cannabis

Spannabis 2026 has officially drawn to a close at the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC), cementing a transformative chapter for the European cannabis industry. After twenty-two years of defining the sector’s pulse in Barcelona, this year’s migration to the Basque Country—a region renowned for its industrial heritage and progressive cultural landscape—has underscored the event’s evolution into…

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Week in Weed: Texas Hemp Crisis & Market Shifts

As the cannabis industry navigates a complex regulatory landscape in April 2026, this week’s news cycle is dominated by a high-stakes standoff in Texas and significant data-driven shifts in consumer preferences. While the federal government remains silent on long-awaited rescheduling efforts, states are taking matters into their own hands, creating a fragmented but rapidly evolving…

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NCS Analytics Unveils Thea: The Future of Cannabis Lending

NCS Analytics has officially launched NCS Thea, a sophisticated lending intelligence platform designed to fundamentally alter how financial institutions evaluate credit and lending risk for cannabis-related businesses. By directly integrating government-mandated, real-time operational data, NCS Thea promises to eliminate the “structural blind spot” that has long prevented banks and credit unions from offering equitable financial…

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KANHA & Koala Puffs: The Creator Economy’s Next Big High

In an era where traditional advertising constraints force cannabis brands to rethink their visibility, KANHA by Sunderstorm has executed a masterclass in modern marketing. Today, the company announced a first-of-its-kind creator partnership with Koala Puffs—one of the industry’s most recognizable and authentic voices—to release a limited-edition THC gummy dubbed ‘Peach Paradise.’ This collaboration, bolstered by…

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2026 Cannabis Summits: Where Big Capital Meets Market Maturity

The era of the ‘cannabis festival’ as a primary business strategy is over. As the industry matures into a multi-billion-dollar global economic force, 2026 has emerged as a year defined by professionalization, institutional capital, and strategic consolidation. For operators, brand owners, and investors, the conference calendar is no longer about visibility; it is about measurable…

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Nebraska Makes History: First Medical Cannabis Law Passes

In a landmark legislative session, the Nebraska Legislature has officially passed the state’s first medical cannabis law, breaking a decade-long impasse that had previously stalled all attempts at reform. The legislation, which arrives after years of intense advocacy, grassroots organizing, and fierce political debate, marks a major turning point for patients and policy in the…

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