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Jan 23, 2026

Thai Authorities Shut Down Israeli-Linked Cannabis Farm in Krabi for Nominee Violations

Thai Authorities Shut Down Israeli-Linked Cannabis Farm in Krabi for Nominee Violations

Thai regulators have shut down a cannabis farm in Krabi linked to Israeli investors for violating nominee ownership rules, suspending its license and arresting four individuals involved in the operation

•The Department of Business Development led a raid on a cannabis farm in Krabi province over nominee shareholder violations
•The business restructured its ownership to include Israeli nationals and increased its capital to 6 million baht
•Authorities uncovered illegal nominee arrangements, online sales, and cannabis extracts with THC content above legal limits
•The Krabi Provincial Public Health Office suspended the business license for 60 days and arrested four suspects

by กรมพัฒนาธุรกิจ บุกทลายฟาร์มกัญชา ‘ทุนเทาอิสราเอล’ กลางกระบี่ ใช้คนไทยเป็นนอมินี 23.01.26 | 09:40 น.

Jan 22, 2026

Thailand Moves to Recriminalize Cannabis as Industry Faces Political and Public Pushback

Thailand Moves to Recriminalize Cannabis as Industry Faces Political and Public Pushback

Thailand's $1 billion cannabis industry faces possible collapse as political parties and public opinion drive the country toward recriminalizing cannabis following a period of rapid, largely unregulated growth

•Thailand decriminalized cannabis in 2022, spurring the growth of an estimated 18,000 cannabis sellers
•All major political parties in the February 8 elections have pledged to reinstate cannabis restrictions or recriminalize the drug
•Recent polls indicate most Thais support a return to criminalization due to concerns about market saturation and youth access

by Thailand poised to recriminalize cannabis as boom sparks backlash – and boredom

Jan 22, 2026

Joe Bayern Unveils 'Day 2' Cannabis Strategy Prioritizing Brands Over Cultivation

Joe Bayern Unveils 'Day 2' Cannabis Strategy Prioritizing Brands Over Cultivation

Joe Bayern is leading MM Brands with a strategy that focuses on building cannabis brands and leveraging science, rather than expanding cultivation operations, amid shifting federal regulations

•Joe Bayern leads MM Brands with a brand-focused, asset-light cannabis strategy
•His vision emphasizes scientific research and functional products over THC potency

by Joe Bayern’s ‘Day 2’ cannabis strategy: Build brands, not canopies

Jan 22, 2026

ICBC Berlin 2026 to Showcase Germany's Cannabis Industry Leadership

ICBC Berlin 2026 to Showcase Germany's Cannabis Industry Leadership

ICBC Berlin 2026 will highlight Germany's leadership in Europe's cannabis industry, offering networking opportunities for businesses and emphasizing regulatory developments

•Germany leads Europe's cannabis market growth
•ICBC Berlin 2026 to take place April 13–15
•Event attracts operators, investors, and policymakers

by Europe’s Cannabis Industry Is Growing Fast. ICBC Berlin Is Where It Connects

Jan 21, 2026

Connecticut Faces Loss of Its Last Medical-Only Cannabis Dispensary Amid Regulatory Stalemate

Connecticut Faces Loss of Its Last Medical-Only Cannabis Dispensary Amid Regulatory Stalemate

Bluepoint Wellness, Connecticut’s last medical-only cannabis dispensary, may close or relocate after local zoning denials, signaling a shift toward hybrid cannabis retail statewide

•Bluepoint Wellness faces closure or relocation due to Westport’s ban on recreational cannabis sales
•Connecticut’s medical-only dispensary model may disappear as hybrid stores dominate the market
•Medical cannabis patient numbers and sales have sharply declined since adult-use legalization

by Connecticut’s only medical marijuana dispensary may close

Jan 21, 2026

PhilaDelic 2025 Highlights Barriers to Psychedelic Therapy Coverage

PhilaDelic 2025 Highlights Barriers to Psychedelic Therapy Coverage

PhilaDelic 2025 focused on the challenges of integrating psychedelic therapies into mainstream healthcare, highlighting coverage as the main barrier to accessibility

•PhilaDelic 2025 emphasized healthcare coverage as the main barrier to psychedelic therapy access
•Ketamine, despite its low cost, remains inaccessible due to delivery model complexities

by The Real Psychedelic Bottleneck Is Coverage

Jan 21, 2026

Krabi Governor Suspends Cannabis Farm License Amid Legal Violations

Krabi Governor Suspends Cannabis Farm License Amid Legal Violations

Krabi Governor suspends cannabis farm license for 60 days due to legal violations, with potential for permanent revocation and prosecution of involved parties

•Krabi Governor suspends cannabis farm license for 60 days
•The farm allegedly operated using foreign ownership with Thai nominees

by ผู้ว่าฯกระบี่ สั่งพักใช้ใบอนุญาต “ฟาร์มกัญชา” เตรียมดำเนินคดีชาวต่างชาติ-นอมินีคนไทย

Jan 20, 2026

Green Day's Name and Legacy Rooted in Cannabis Culture and Punk Rock

Green Day's Name and Legacy Rooted in Cannabis Culture and Punk Rock

Green Day's name, rooted in cannabis slang, reflects the band's punk rock ethos and cultural impact

•Green Day's name originates from Bay Area slang for smoking marijuana
•The band changed their name from Sweet Children to Green Day in 1989
•Billie Joe Armstrong confirmed the cannabis connection in a 2010 interview
•Armstrong has openly discussed his substance use and recovery journey

by The Origins of ‘Green Day’: Rebellion, Punk Rock, and the Scent of Weed

Jan 19, 2026

Inmaculada's Legacy: A Billion Rolling Papers and a Fight for Equality

Inmaculada's Legacy: A Billion Rolling Papers and a Fight for Equality

Inmaculada, known as Macu, revolutionized the rolling paper industry with over a billion papers crafted and a legacy of equality and tradition

•Inmaculada, or Macu, crafted over a billion rolling papers during her 50-year career
•Macu was a pioneer for women in the male-dominated paper industry of the 1970s
•She played a key role in the fight for equal pay and opportunities for women

by The Last Master Of Rolling Paper: Meet The Woman Whose Hands Worked Over 1 Billion Paper Sheets

Jan 17, 2026

Dutch Customs Seize Over Three Tonnes of THC-Infused Sweets and Honey at Schiphol

Dutch Customs Seize Over Three Tonnes of THC-Infused Sweets and Honey at Schiphol

Dutch customs seized over three tonnes of THC-infused sweets and honey at Schiphol airport, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal drug trafficking

•Dutch customs intercepted over three tonnes of THC-infused products at Schiphol
•The seized goods included wine gums and honey from the United States
•THC is classified as a hard drug under Dutch law, despite cannabis tolerance

by Dutch seize three tonnes of cannabis sweets and honey from US

Jan 16, 2026

Florida Voter Support for Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Drops Amid Political Opposition

Florida Voter Support for Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Drops Amid Political Opposition

Support for adult-use cannabis legalization in Florida has dropped below the required threshold, as state officials intensify efforts to block the measure from the 2026 ballot

•A recent poll showed only 51% of Floridians support adult-use cannabis legalization, below the 60% needed
•Governor Ron DeSantis' administration is actively working to prevent the measure from reaching the 2026 ballot

by Florida adult-use marijuana legalization support dips amid DeSantis’ ‘political war’

Jan 16, 2026

Cannabis Industry Faces Slow Progress in Washington Despite Reform Efforts

Cannabis Industry Faces Slow Progress in Washington Despite Reform Efforts

The cannabis industry remains in limbo as federal reform faces delays, requiring patience and strategic advocacy to influence Washington's slow-moving policy process

•Federal cannabis reform remains stalled despite state-level legalization
•Washington's slow process requires strategic planning and investment

by The Hard Truth About Washington and Cannabis Reform: Time, Money, and More Time

Jan 15, 2026

Georgia Lawmakers Face Mounting Pressure to Broaden Medical Cannabis Access by 2026

Georgia Lawmakers Face Mounting Pressure to Broaden Medical Cannabis Access by 2026

Georgia lawmakers are under increasing pressure to expand the state's low-THC medical cannabis program in 2026 as stagnating patient growth and a looming federal hemp THC ban push advocates to demand

•Georgia's medical cannabis program currently allows only low-THC oil and has seen stagnant patient growth
•Senate Bill 220, which would legalize vaporizable flower and raise THC limits, remains under consideration after stalling last session

by Georgia under pressure to expand low-THC medical cannabis in 2026

Jan 13, 2026

Proper Smoke League's Semifinals Intensify with $120,000 Prize at Stake

Proper Smoke League's Semifinals Intensify with $120,000 Prize at Stake

The Proper Smoke League semifinals heat up as contenders vie for a $120,000 prize, with Preferred Gardens and Up The Hill leading intense matchups

•Proper Smoke League's semifinals feature a $120,000 prize
•Preferred Gardens faces B-Eazy in a highly anticipated rematch
•Up The Hill's undefeated Revenge of the Zith challenges Ball Family Farms
•The competition emphasizes strategy and precision in every detail

by This Is What A $120,000 Cannabis Bracket Looks Like

Jan 13, 2026

Massachusetts Ballot Initiative to Recriminalize Cannabis Moves Forward Despite Fraud Allegations

Massachusetts Ballot Initiative to Recriminalize Cannabis Moves Forward Despite Fraud Allegations

A campaign to end Massachusetts' $1.65 billion adult-use cannabis market is advancing to the November ballot despite fraud allegations, with state officials confirming enough signatures for the

•The Coalition for a Healthy Massachusetts is advancing a ballot initiative to end adult-use cannabis sales in Massachusetts
•Fraud allegations were filed, claiming petition circulators misled voters about the initiative's purpose

by Despite fraud allegations, campaign to end $1.6 billion Massachusetts marijuana industry likely to proceed

Jan 13, 2026

Texas Proposes Stricter Hemp THC Regulations Threatening $5.5 Billion Market

Texas Proposes Stricter Hemp THC Regulations Threatening $5.5 Billion Market

Texas regulators have proposed new rules that could restrict popular hemp THC products and dramatically increase business fees, placing the state’s $5.

•Texas DSHS proposed new regulations that would count THCA toward hemp THC limits, threatening many hemp-derived products
•Annual licensing fees for manufacturers could rise from $250 to $25,000, and retail fees from $150 to $20,000 per location
•The rules mandate stricter packaging, expanded testing, and recall procedures for hemp products sold in Texas

by Proposed Texas hemp THC regulations threaten $5.5 billion market

Jan 12, 2026

Mike Tyson and Ric Flair File $50 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Cannabis Licensing Fraud

Mike Tyson and Ric Flair File $50 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Cannabis Licensing Fraud

Mike Tyson and Ric Flair are suing former partners for over $50 million, alleging fraud in a cannabis branding deal

•Mike Tyson and Ric Flair allege fraud in cannabis branding deal
•Lawsuit seeks over $50 million in damages and legal fees
•Complaint details misuse of celebrity likenesses by former partners

by Tyson and Ric Flair Say Former Partners Ripped Them Off — Now They’re in Court

Jan 9, 2026

Major U.S. Banks Maintain Cannabis Ban Despite Trump’s Marijuana Rescheduling Order

Major U.S. Banks Maintain Cannabis Ban Despite Trump’s Marijuana Rescheduling Order

Major U.S. banks continue to deny services to the cannabis industry despite President Trump’s marijuana rescheduling order, citing regulatory uncertainty and incomplete legislative protections

•U.S. banks remain unwilling to serve the cannabis industry despite a federal rescheduling order
•Formal reclassification of marijuana as a Schedule 3 drug is still pending

by Big banks still refusing cannabis despite Trump marijuana rescheduling

Jan 7, 2026

Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Thai Political Leader Tawee Sodsong Highlights Major Drug Seizures and Calls for Stricter Cannabis Controls

Prachatat Party leader Tawee Sodsong announced a crackdown policy after his administration seized 900 million methamphetamine pills, and called for tighter controls on

•Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong reported the seizure of over 900 million methamphetamine pills during his previous government tenure
•Tawee called for cannabis to be restricted to medical use only and for kratom to return to the controlled substances list

by ทวี เอาจริงปราบยาเสพติด โชว์ผลงานตอนเป็นรบ. ยึดยาบ้า 900 ล้านเม็ด ย้ำคุมกัญชา-กระท่อม

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Jan 1, 2026

Curaleaf Opens New Millcreek Dispensary in Erie, Pennsylvania

Curaleaf Opens New Millcreek Dispensary in Erie, Pennsylvania

Curaleaf has launched its new Millcreek dispensary in Erie, Pennsylvania, enhancing its retail footprint and customer experience

•Curaleaf opens new dispensary in Erie, Pennsylvania
•The new location offers improved layout and customer experience
•Curaleaf now operates 18 dispensaries in Pennsylvania
•A grand opening event is planned for December 27, 2025

by <![CDATA[New Curaleaf Millcreek Dispensary Location Opens]]>

Dec 31, 2025

Kentucky's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Sells Out in One Week

Kentucky's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Sells Out in One Week

Kentucky's first medical cannabis dispensary sold out within a week, underscoring high demand and supply challenges in the new program

•Kentucky's first medical cannabis dispensary sold out in one week
•The Post Dispensary opened on December 13 and closed by December 20

by Legal Weed Finally Arrived in Kentucky. It Didn’t Last a Week

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