January 30, 2026

cannabis

Canadian Cannabis Sector: Product Launches, Global Expansion, and Regulatory Updates Mark Week of July 5, 2025

Kevin Davidson06 mins

Toronto, Canada – The Canadian cannabis industry saw a dynamic week leading up to July 5, 2025, marked by significant product innovations, strategic international expansions, key corporate governance decisions, and evolving regulatory landscapes, particularly within Indigenous communities. These developments underscore the ongoing maturation and diversification of the nation’s legal cannabis sector. Product Innovation Drives Market…

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Cannabis Industry Navigates Growth, Regulation, and Tech Boom in July 2025

Kevin Davidson06 mins

As the calendar turns to early July 2025, the global cannabis industry finds itself at a pivotal juncture, characterized by a dynamic interplay of strategic maneuvers, innovative product launches, and evolving regulatory frameworks. This complex landscape underscores a maturing market poised for significant expansion, particularly within its technological infrastructure. Projections for the cannabis technology market…

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From ‘Reefer Madness’ to Nuance: The Dramatic Evolution of Cannabis in Cinema

Malcom Green06 mins

The cinematic portrayal of cannabis has undergone a profound and dramatic transformation, moving from cautionary tales rooted in fear and exaggeration to more nuanced, genre-diverse narratives that reflect evolving societal perspectives. Decades ago, films depicting cannabis were often characterized by blatant misinformation and scare tactics. A prime example is “Reefer Madness” (1936), a notorious propaganda…

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Connecticut Venue Pioneers On-Site Cannabis Delivery: Westville Music Bowl First in US to Offer Service to Attendees

Kevin Davidson010 mins

Westville Music Bowl in New Haven, Connecticut, has announced a pioneering initiative set to redefine the concert-going experience, becoming the first concert venue in the United States to offer a dedicated cannabis delivery system for its attendees. This groundbreaking service, established through a partnership with a local Connecticut dispensary, marks a significant step in integrating…

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Cannabis Culture Ignites Independence Day: Festive Events Emerge Nationwide

Heather Homer08 mins

As the United States marks its Independence Day on July 4th, a notable trend is emerging: the increasing integration of cannabis into traditional holiday celebrations. Once confined to private gatherings, cannabis consumption and culture are now finding a more public and organized space, particularly during social holidays like the Fourth of July. Across the country,…

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Thailand Mandates Medical-Only Cannabis, Orders Dispensaries to Convert to Clinics by November Deadline

Heather Homer06 mins

BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand is poised to implement a sweeping policy transformation for its cannabis sector, signaling a definitive end to the brief period of recreational use freedom. Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin announced the stringent new direction on June 24, marking a return to cannabis being legally accessible strictly for medical purposes. Under the…

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Cannabis Science Week in Review: Cultivation Research, Regulation, and Compliance Insights (June 27 – July 03, 2025)

Heather Homer07 mins

As the cannabis industry continues its rapid evolution, the period from June 27 to July 03, 2025, yielded significant discussions and updates across science, technology, and regulation. Cannabis Science and Technology magazine’s “Best of the Week” highlights underscored critical developments, ranging from cutting-edge cultivation research focused on regional climate adaptation to pivotal shifts in regulatory…

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Czech Republic Bill Legalizing Home Cannabis Cultivation, Medical Psilocybin Sent to President Pavel

Heather Homer07 mins

PRAGUE, Czech Republic – In a significant legislative move, the Czech Republic’s Parliament has passed a sweeping bill that fundamentally alters the nation’s approach to drug regulation. The legislation, which includes provisions legalizing the simple possession and home cultivation of marijuana, alongside permitting the medical use of psilocybin, received final approval from the Senate on…

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Allegations Mount Against DEA Leadership Over Unsafe Cannabis Markets and Blocked Research

Heather Homer06 mins

A recent report has cast a critical light on the oversight – or lack thereof – within the burgeoning state-legal cannabis markets and the federal approach to cannabis research. Central to the allegations is the performance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and specifically its Deputy Administrator Thomas Prevoznik, who heads the agency’s Diversion Control…

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Berlin Hosts World’s Largest Cannabis Festival: 65,000 Attend Mary Jane Event Amid Growing European Interest

Lars Johansson06 mins

Berlin, Germany – The Mary Jane Berlin festival, widely recognized as the world’s largest cannabis-themed festival, recently concluded its annual event in the German capital, drawing an unprecedented crowd and underscoring the increasing public engagement with cannabis culture across Germany and the wider European continent. Held over four days, from June 19–22, the festival transformed…

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