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New York Legalizes Recreational Cannabis: What It Means for the Industry

New York becomes the 15th state to legalize recreational cannabis, opening one of the largest markets in the US and signaling a new era for cannabis technology.

4 minApr 2021
Industry News

The Cannabis Delivery Boom: How COVID Accelerated the Future of Cannabis Commerce

COVID-19 compressed years of delivery adoption into months. Cannabis delivery went from nice-to-have to essential, and the industry will never go back.

4 minJun 2020
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Cannabis Deemed Essential: How COVID-19 Changed the Industry Forever

When COVID-19 lockdowns hit, cannabis was designated as an essential business in most legal states. This recognition fundamentally changed the industry's trajectory.

4 minApr 2020
Industry News

Australia Expands Medical Cannabis Access: The Land Down Under Goes Green

Australia is rapidly expanding its medical cannabis program with new pathways for patient access, domestic cultivation licenses, and growing public support for reform.

4 minSep 2019
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Colombia's Cannabis Industry: South America's Emerging Powerhouse

Colombia is leveraging its ideal growing conditions and agricultural expertise to become a global cannabis production powerhouse. Here's why investors are paying attention.

4 minAug 2019
Industry News

The CBD Boom: How Cannabidiol Went from Niche to Nationwide

CBD is everywhere in 2019 — from gas stations to Whole Foods to your grandmother's medicine cabinet. Here's how cannabidiol conquered mainstream America in record time.

4 minApr 2019
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Israel Approves Medical Cannabis Exports: A Global Game-Changer

Israel approves a framework for medical cannabis exports, positioning the country to become a major global supplier. This decision could reshape international cannabis trade.

4 minJan 2019
Industry News

Canada Makes History: Recreational Cannabis Now Legal Nationwide

On October 17, 2018, Canada becomes the first G7 nation to legalize recreational cannabis nationwide. This historic moment reshapes the global cannabis landscape forever.

4 minOct 2018
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Nevada Opens Recreational Cannabis Sales: What It Means for the Industry

Nevada launches recreational cannabis sales on July 1, 2017, generating $3 million in the first four days. The Las Vegas market is a game-changer for cannabis tourism.

4 minJul 2017
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The Cannabis Technology Startup Landscape: Who's Building the Future

The cannabis tech sector is booming with startups tackling everything from seed-to-sale tracking to consumer discovery. Here's a look at the emerging landscape.

4 minJun 2017
Industry News

Lessons from Uruguay: What the First Country to Legalize Cannabis Can Teach Us

Uruguay became the first country in the world to fully legalize cannabis in 2013. Four years later, here's what the rest of the world can learn from their experience.

4 minFeb 2017
Industry News

Cannabis Industry Growth Projections: A $50 Billion Opportunity

Industry analysts project the legal cannabis market could reach $50 billion within the next decade. Here's what's driving this explosive growth and where the opportunities lie.

4 minJul 2016