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MondayNov 01, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — NIDA Tells Congress Drug Scheduling Is Hindering Cannabis Research

Marijuana’s federal classification as a Schedule I controlled substance has consistently been a thorn in the plant’s side, especially as more states have chosen to legalize it in various capacities. With the drug more accessible to the public than it has ever been thanks to state cannabis reform, a growing number of people have been using cannabis either medically or recreationally. As cannabis becomes even more popular among the masses, most experts agree that the hype around it and its purported medical abilities has far outpaced the science and that more research on marijuana’s potential benefits and risks is needed.…

MondayNov 01, 2021 1:49 pm

Successful Ginkgo Bioworks SPAC IPO Highlights Available Industry Opportunities for InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: INM) and Synthetic Cannabinoid Production

Special purpose acquisition company Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. combined with Ginkgo Bioworks to form publicly listed Ginkgo Bioworks Holdings Inc., in what is the largest-ever biotechnology go-public transaction Ginkgo Bioworks is known for its work in the commercial-scale production of a rare cannabinoid, CBG, for use in a multitude of industrial needs InMed uses multiple manufacturing approaches to synthetically produce rare cannabinoids, including CBC which is currently sold through its subsidiary BayMedica The success of the Ginkgo IPO suggests the marketplace value associated with the production of rare cannabinoids Special purpose acquisition company (“SPAC”) Soaring Eagle Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: SRNGU,…

MondayNov 01, 2021 11:49 am

The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (‘CWCBExpo’) Establishes Itself as a Key Forum for Establishing a Foothold Within New York’s Burgeoning Cannabis Sector

New York’s recreational marijuana market is poised to begin with a bang — and the Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (“CWCBExpo”), which is being held at New York City’s Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A between 4-6 November 2021, is the ideal forum for education, business building and networking on this multifaceted industry. As of Sept. 21, 2021, adult New Yorkers are now able to possess up to three ounces of cannabis for recreational use or up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis, such as oils derived from a cannabis plant (https://cnw.fm/1gF1p). With the state’s cannabis industry expected to begin…

MondayNov 01, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Real Estate Survey Shows Proximity to Marijuana Firms Is Attractive

In just a few short years, marijuana reform legislation has had a major impact. The nascent industry has created thousands of new jobs, generated billions of dollars in revenue and filled state coffers with millions in tax money. With every passing day, attitudes on the controversial plant are evolving and changing, undoing the damage done by decades of federal prohibition little by little. That was very evident when most states with legal cannabis markets declared it essential and went to great lengths to ensure people still had access to their medical marijuana, especially immunocompromised individuals who had no choice but…

FridayOct 29, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — FDA to Use Reddit to Gather Information on CBD, Other Cannabinoids

The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) recently announced that it planned to use different sources of data such as Reddit to better understand public health issues surrounding the use of cannabis derivatives, including delta-8 THC and CBD. In its published report, the FDA explained that it needed information about the potential adverse events and safety issues associated with FDA-regulated products, which include cannabis-derived products, commonly referred to as CDPs. The agency also revealed that it needed data on the general patterns of emerging trends and product use so that it could deploy its limited resources effectively and quickly. This comes…

FridayOct 29, 2021 1:48 pm

Flora Growth (FLGC) Receives Global Medical Cannabis Certification, Launches New CBD Brand

Flora Growth Corp. is an international cannabis consumer packaged goods distributor and cultivator based in Colombia that has built an ecosystem that will support market-leading innovation within categories that matter most to consumers exploring plant-based consumer goods. The company recently obtained the Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (“GACP”) certification from international certification agency and global leader in medical cannabis certification Control Union Medical Cannabis Standard (“CUMCS”) Flora Growth also just announced the launch of a new brand named Munzhi that will initially provide 12 CBD products for wellness, hair, body, and face benefits Flora Growth’s Colombian operations are already producing…

FridayOct 29, 2021 11:33 am

Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Makes Strategic Additions to its Leadership; Completes Platinum Vape Management Transition

RWB appointed Chris Ecken as the new CFO effective October 2021 Ecken will lend over 25 years of experience from the alcohol beverage industry, helping RWB to shape sustainable long-term growth RWB also announced Colby De Zen’s appointment to its board of directors He will be integral to RWB’s move to close critical assets in Michigan and expedite expansions in Florida, California, Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts and Oklahoma RWB also completed Platinum Vape LLC. (“PV”) management transition, with the addition of Shea Alderete, Joaquin Rodriguez and Craig Rosevear to its management RWB plans to bank on growing demand in Michigan and…

FridayOct 29, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Top IRS Official Reveals Cannabis Banking Reform Can Ease Tax Organization’s Work

Marijuana businesses have been unable to access financial services such as deposit accounts, cashless payments and loans since legal sales began in America. This is mostly due to the controversial plant's classification as a Schedule I controlled drug, and it has had wide-ranging consequences on both cannabis businesses and federal authorities. Players in the cannabis space are forced to transact on a cash-only basis, increasing their chances of robberies and making it difficult to account for and pay taxes. Furthermore, federal authorities, the IRS specifically, don't often receive taxes that are due, and when they do, it is usually in…

ThursdayOct 28, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — New Measure Will Give Scientists Access to Marijuana Dispensary Products

Last week, a group of federal legislators introduced the Medical Marijuana Research Act, which will eliminate barriers to carrying out research on cannabis. It will include permitting researchers to access marijuana from state-legal dispensaries. The measure was filed by Rep. Andy Harris, a prohibitionist, and Rep. Earl Blumenauer, a pro-legalization lawmaker. The bill will streamline the process for scientists to apply and gain approval to conduct research on marijuana. In a recent interview, Blumenauer stated that federal legislations were still constraining researchers’ ability to study the various health benefits provided by marijuana, despite the fact that a majority of individuals…

ThursdayOct 28, 2021 11:05 am

Leading B2B CWCBExpo to Bring Together Cannabis and Hemp Professionals to Discuss Industry Challenges and Opportunities

Date: November 4-6th 2021 Venue: Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, New York City, NY The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) will take place November 4-6, 2021, at the Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, in New York City. Industry leaders and innovators will take the stage to educate and discuss the cannabis and hemp industry. This three-day event will feature an Inside the Industry: Thought Leadership Series in an interactive “Talk Show” format led by Geoff Whaling, Chair of the National Hemp Association and Matthew Anderson, Founder & CEO of Vanguard Scientific with a different theme each day. Day…

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