June 19, 2026
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Swiss Cannabis Pilot Shows Promising Results, Bolstering Case for National Legalization

Summer Stone06 mins

Zurich’s ambitious adult-use cannabis pilot program, “Züri Can: Cannabis with Responsibility,” has demonstrated encouraging early results, leading city officials to apply for a two-year extension until 2028. This development strengthens the ongoing push for nationwide cannabis legalization in Switzerland, as the federal government deliberates its draft Cannabis Products Act, which could reshape the European cannabis…

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Swiss Cannabis Pilot Shows Strong Results, Bolstering Case for Federal Legalization

Summer Stone06 mins

Zurich’s pioneering “Züri Can” cannabis pilot project is reporting encouraging early results, leading city officials to apply for a two-year extension until 2028. This development arrives as Switzerland’s Federal Government is actively considering a draft law that could usher in nationwide adult-use cannabis legalization, potentially positioning the country as a European leader in regulated markets….

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GrowGeneration Launches Revolutionary “Dialed In™ Tri-Spec” Under Canopy Light to Maximize Cannabis Yield and Quality

Lars Johansson06 mins

DENVER, CO – October 29, 2025 – GrowGeneration Corp. (NASDAQ: GRWG), the nation’s largest specialty hydroponic and organic gardening retailer, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking “Dialed In™ Tri-Spec Under Canopy Light.” This innovative new product is engineered to significantly enhance the development of lower-canopy cannabis flowers, a crucial area often yielding less potent…

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Canadians Rally Behind Cannabis Industry: Polls Show Strong Support for Economic Growth and Modernization

Lars Johansson06 mins

Seven years after its legalization, Canada’s legal cannabis industry is increasingly viewed by the public not just as a regulated product, but as a vital engine for economic growth and innovation. New national polling data, notably from a survey commissioned by Organigram Global Inc. and conducted by Abacus Data, reveals widespread Canadian support for the…

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Airo Brands Secures CE Medical Certification for Advanced Inhaler, Driving Global Cannabis Market Expansion with SOMAÍ

Malcom Green06 mins

Airo Brands, a prominent U.S. cannabis company, has announced a significant milestone in its international growth strategy through a pivotal partnership with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals. This collaboration introduces Airo’s CE-certified medical inhalation device, marking a crucial step towards accessing regulated European and Australian medical cannabis markets. The move positions Airo as a leader in global cannabis…

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NSW Government Upholds Festival Drug Dog and Strip Search Policies Despite Summit Warnings

Maoli Mitchell06 mins

SYDNEY, NSW – The New South Wales government has decided to continue the use of drug detection dogs and strip searches at music festivals, rejecting key recommendations from its own landmark Drug Summit report released earlier this year. The decision, announced on Tuesday, marks a divergence from expert advice that flagged these policing tactics as…

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NY Cannabis Crackdown: Grön Threatens Lawsuit Amid ‘Rent-a-License’ Probe; Broad Recall Looms

Maoli Mitchell06 mins

New York state regulators have launched a significant enforcement action against Omnium Health, Inc., a prominent Long Island-based cannabis processor, alleging the company operated a “rent-a-license” scheme that allowed unlicensed entities to produce and distribute cannabis products within the state’s legal market. This crackdown by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has prompted a popular…

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Cannabis Retail Access Correlates with Reduced Heavy Alcohol Drinking, Federally Funded Study Finds

Sophia Williams06 mins

A new federally funded study, conducted by researchers at Oregon State University and the Oregon Public Health Division, suggests a significant link between increased access to legal marijuana shops and a decrease in heavy alcohol consumption. The findings, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, indicate that as cannabis retail availability grows, so too…

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Goodrays Expands Beyond CBD, Launches “Re:Focus” Cognitive Performance Drink

Kevin Davidson06 mins

The well-being brand Goodrays has officially launched its first-ever non-CBD product, Re:Focus, a cognitive performance drink designed to enhance mental clarity and focus. This move marks a significant strategic innovation for the brand, building on its established presence in the wellness sector. A New Horizon for Goodrays: Expanding the Functional Beverage Portfolio Goodrays, a brand…

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Mark Savaya’s Leaf & Bud Enhances Medicinal Cannabis Access for Cancer Patients Amidst Growing Research

Kevin Davidson06 mins

Mark Savaya, a prominent entrepreneur and founder of the Michigan-based Leaf & Bud dispensaries, is expanding patient-centered programs designed to significantly improve access to medicinal cannabis for individuals battling serious illnesses, particularly cancer. This initiative comes at a time when research increasingly supports cannabis as a complementary therapy for managing cancer-related symptoms, marking a significant…

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