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A Missed Opportunity To Modernize Colombia’s Cannabis Policies

Written by Hazel Norman on June 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

In Colombia, all constitutional amendments must undergo a two-year process, and since adult-use legalization requires a constitutional amendment, all such measures must undergo the multi-year process....

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New Canadian Study Demonstrates Why Cannabis Regulation Works

Written by Frank Schuler on June 26, 2023. Posted in Policy.

One of the main goals of legalizing cannabis commerce in any given jurisdiction is to battle the unregulated market in a meaningful way. When that topic comes up, it is always worth mentioning that...

Jim Belushi Talks Cannabis Ahead Of Fireside Chat In Berlin

Written by Hazel Norman on June 19, 2023. Posted in Business, Entertainment, Policy.

This year’s International Cannabis Business Conference event in Berlin will feature a one-on-one fireside chat with acclaimed entertainer Jim Belushi. Jim Belushi is a man of many talents –...

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Hemp Should Be Used More Often As A Building Material

Written by Johnny Green on June 19, 2023. Posted in Policy, Science.

The hemp plant is one of the most versatile plants on earth. For many years it was used to make textiles, however, in recent years growing demand for a particular cannabinoid from the hemp plant has...

Medical Cannabis Safe Access To Expand In Israel

Written by Hazel Norman on June 18, 2023. Posted in Policy.

When it comes to medical cannabis research, Israel has long served as an international leader. After all, it is where International Cannabis Business Conference speaker alumni Raphael Mechoulam became...

French Town Wants To Launch Cannabis Pilot Program

Written by Hazel Norman on June 17, 2023. Posted in Policy.

By many measures, the concept of a cannabis commerce pilot program is a relatively new thing. While they are already in existence in Europe, it is only in recent years that they seem to have entered...

What Is Next For The Cannabis Industry?

Written by Hazel Norman on June 12, 2023. Posted in Business, Policy.

The emerging legal cannabis industry is continuing to undergo a dramatic evolution, particularly in Europe. The momentum for global reform is greater now than at any other time since the dawn of prohibition,...

Czech Health Minister: ‘We Are Waiting For Germany To Legalize Cannabis’

Written by Johnny Green on June 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

One of the most active places on the planet right now for cannabis reform discussions is the Czech Republic. If you have followed our previous coverage, then you know that there is a strong push underway...

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Fewer Incidents Between Youth And Police Following Canadian Legalization

Written by Frank Schuler on June 12, 2023. Posted in Policy.

An area of top concern for both cannabis supporters and opponents alike is youth safety. Of course, what motivates each side’s concerns, the talking points used, and the predictions of what the...