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Tilray Brands Inc. is acquiring rival Canadian cannabis producer Hexo Corp. in a deal worth about US$229 million on Monday in its latest move to strengthen its position as the leading legal marijuana company in Canada. Tilray will acquire Hexo by paying US$56 million in an all-stock deal to acquire

Globally, cannabis use has increased in recent years. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 147 million people, or 2.5% of the world population, consume cannabis. The neurobiological mechanisms of cannabis are yet to be identified, particularly in youth. Cannabis dependence has

CBDV is currently being studied on adults and children with autism spectrum disorder. Learn more about CBDV and CBD studies here. Autism Spectrum Disorder affects millions of people across the globe, and there is a real need for new medications that can help with the social and behavioral challenges

Following the new marijuana policy in the NBA, Tyson poured himself into promotion. Boxing and the name Mike Tyson go hand in hand. The former heavyweight world champion is well-known for his viciousness in the ring, but also his unpredictable temper outside of it. In recent years, Tyson has gained

In the final days of this year’s Legislative session, a bill aimed at regulating hemp products fell short after lawmakers tried to insert language banning Delta-8 THC and similar products that are often used recreationally. House Bill 458, sponsored by Ashburn Republican Rep. Clay Pirkle, aims to

Engin Sciences Inc., an AI-powered recruitment software startup announced Thursday that it had secured a $2.5 million seed funding round led by investment firm Gotham Green Partners. (Benzinga) Why It Matters? With this capital, Engin plans to ramp up sales and marketing efforts targeting enterprise

A new study found that topical CBD significantly benefits elite athletes struggling with chronic lower extremity pain, opening up new possibilities for safe and effective pain management in sports. The use of CBD in sports is not new, as it has catalyzed the interests of many athletes at different

In early 2019, back when the idea of a global pandemic was limited to sci-fi movies and video games, I wrote a column exploring how cannabis companies were being valued and the land grab that was happening at the time. Back then, cannabis capital markets were at all-time highs, despite most

How to maximize the potential of your cannabis marketing strategy by avoiding common mistakes. Cannabis marketing can be complex, as it is constantly evolving and the many regulations do not make the task any easier. Additionally, it is a constantly growing market, which means that competition is

Senate Bill 546, which would have put an end to Montana adult-use cannabis businesses, is dead after being introduced last month. You are still free to get high in the “Big Sky.” That is because last week, lawmakers in Montana voted to table a bill that would have effectively dismantled the state’s

Jim Belushi first ventured into the cannabis industry in 2015 when he got involved in farming a 48-plant crop in Southern Oregon. (Benzinga) Today, Belushi's Farm has grown to a massive cannabis empire slated to appear in Discovery's. hit series "Growing Belushi" as the show returns this week for a

You’ve probably heard about the hype on how CBD for dogs can potentially aid dogs in many ways, just like it does for humans. From potentially supporting pain management, inflammation, and even allergies, cannabidiol has recently been treated as an ally to dogs all around the US. That said, owners

DELHI - An Indian company has been awarded a 13.8 million Indian rupee (US$170,000) government grant towards its plan to transform agricultural hemp waste into textile fibres. Sahi Fab's bid to turn farm waste, including industrial hemp but also flax and nettles, into textiles is being supported by

More than 20 states have passed similar restrictions on hemp products. Hemp entrepreneurs from all parts of Florida have made the trek twice to Tallahassee this month to testify against a legislative proposal that they say poses an existential threat to their livelihoods. At the same time, states

Cannabis breeder Christopher Lynch alleges that he was fired from his job at Node Labs due to his struggles with Parkinson’s. One of the most influential marijuana breeders in the world has filed a lawsuit against a cannabis company, alleging that he lost his job there due to the fact that he

SIOUX FALLS - The state of South Dakota is facing a new lawsuit, stemming from an inspection that shut down a portion of a medical marijuana business. The lawsuit, filed by 605 Cannabis Cultivation and the makers of Badlands Products, alleges misapplication of the rules and heavy-handedness by the

New mix meets basic construction standards, offers increased sustainability over traditional blocks. A University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Engineering research team has developed a plant-based mixture for concrete masonry blocks that are environmentally friendly and sustainable while helping

Could a multi-state operator finally list on a top North American exchange? One of the biggest hurdles for multi-state marijuana companies today is that they can't trade on a major stock exchange due to the U.S. ban on the drug. But a report last week from the industry website MJBizDaily suggests a

Raphael Mechoulam, the Israeli researcher whose work helped to broaden the scientific understanding of cannabis and the compounds that cause the drug's distinctive high, has died. Mechoulam, who was 92, died in Jerusalem early this month, according to American Friends of the Hebrew University. Among

The University of Utah will soon be home to a medical cannabis research center. The University of Utah recently confirmed that it’s starting the early planning phases to build a Center for Medical Cannabis Research. House Bill 230, which was passed by the House and the Senate, was signed by Utah Gov