International Cannabis Business Conference Blog

New Medical Cannabis Laws Now in Effect in Germany

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 3, 2017. Posted in ICBC Berlin.

Germans woke up to a breath of fresh air and a new change in health policy took effect earlier this week when the new medical cannabis laws recently passed by German Parliament became official. Though...

Will Legalizing Cannabis Make America Great Again or Will Germany Lead?

Written by Amber Iris Langston on March 2, 2017. Posted in ICBC Berlin.

US President Donald Trump gave his first address to the Houses of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, outlining his agenda for the next for years. Many agree the speech was by far the most eloquent...

If Trump Tramples Marijuana Laws, Germany Set to Lead

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 27, 2017. Posted in ICBC Berlin.

In 1996, California passed Prop 215, the Golden State’s medical cannabis law. Since that time the United States has set a global precedent for the advancement of cannabis policy, but the forward...

The Netherlands May Significantly Improve Cannabis Cultivation Laws

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 24, 2017. Posted in ICBC Berlin.

Seemingly everyday (even when there might be some concerning news), cannabis policy is moving forward around the globe. On Tuesday, the Dutch lower house of parliament voted to open up their cannabis...

Rock Cultural Icon Henry Rollins Shares His Perspective at the ICBC

Written by ICBC Staff on February 17, 2017. Posted in ICBC San Francisco.

The International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) strives to provide the latest pertinent information on cannabis laws and our event in San Francisco is no different as we are proud to give the...

The ICBC Combines Cannabis Politics, Business and Culture

Written by Anthony Johnson on February 14, 2017. Posted in ICBC San Francisco.

As a veteran of many cannabis conferences over the last 15-plus years, I can honestly state that the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) is a unique marijuana event like no other. I am...

Cost of Cannabis Compliance Includes Environmental Oversight

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 10, 2017. Posted in ICBC San Francisco, Uncategorized.

When a new business comes to town, there are often local incentives to bring in the new industry when it promises jobs and revenue to the region. While citizens may think first of tax breaks given to...

Don’t Miss Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom at ICBC VIP Reception

Written by Amber Iris Langston on February 9, 2017. Posted in ICBC San Francisco.

In a state widely touted as the sixth largest economy in the world and the global leader of entertainment, politics is a gritty affair involving extreme competition. While the Governor of California...

ICBC Panel: How to Survive and Thrive During the Trump Administration

Written by ICBC Staff on February 8, 2017. Posted in Uncategorized.

The cannabis industry is understandably hanging on each and every bit of information that could potentially provide insight into the Donald Trump Administration’s future marijuana policy. There...