Cannabis News – Latest Industry Updates

Jan 29, 2026

New Canadian Study Reveals Medical Cannabis Offers Modest Benefits for Pain and Mood

A Canadian study finds medical cannabis offers modest, individualized benefits for pain and mood, urging more research and personalized treatment plans

•Canadian study shows modest benefits of medical cannabis for pain and mood
•Outcomes vary widely due to diverse cannabis products and patient factors
•Researchers call for more guidance on dosing and product selection
•Study funded by cannabis companies but avoids promotional bias

by Cannabis Can Be Medicine Without Being a Cure-All, New Research Shows

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MJBizDaily

Jan 28, 2026

Arizona Trump Republicans Support Repeal of Adult-Use Cannabis Sales, Backed by National Anti-Legalization Effort

Arizona Trump-aligned Republicans have endorsed a campaign to repeal adult-use cannabis sales, setting the stage for a ballot battle that could upend the state's $1.2 billion legal market

•Arizona Republicans Andy Biggs and Paul Gosar support a measure to repeal adult-use marijuana sales
•The proposed Arizona repeal is funded by Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), a national anti-legalization group
•Arizona's legal cannabis market generated $1.2 billion in sales in 2024, with adult-use sales beginning in 2021

by Trump Republicans backing Arizona marijuana adult-use sales repeal

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High Times

Jan 26, 2026

State-Level Cannabis Legalization Efforts Gain Momentum Amid Federal Stalemate

State-level cannabis legalization efforts are gaining traction in 2024, with several states advancing legislative initiatives despite federal inaction

•Virginia progresses towards a regulated cannabis market
•North Carolina and New Hampshire push for legalization frameworks

by Where is Legalization on the Ballot This Year?

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Jan 23, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 22, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 22, 2026

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

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High Times

Jan 22, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 21, 2026

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

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High Times

Jan 21, 2026

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

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ThairathIsland

Jan 21, 2026

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

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High Times

Jan 20, 2026

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

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High Times

Jan 19, 2026

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

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DutchNews

Jan 17, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 16, 2026

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’

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High Times

Jan 16, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 15, 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

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High Times

Jan 13, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 13, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 13, 2026

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

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High Times

Jan 12, 2026

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

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MJBizDaily

Jan 9, 2026

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

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New Canadian Study Reveals Medical Cannabis Offers Modest Benefits for Pain and Mood

Arizona Trump Republicans Support Repeal of Adult-Use Cannabis Sales, Backed by National Anti-Legalization Effort

State-Level Cannabis Legalization Efforts Gain Momentum Amid Federal Stalemate

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

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

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

ICBC Berlin 2026 to Showcase Germany's Cannabis Industry Leadership

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

PhilaDelic 2025 Highlights Barriers to Psychedelic Therapy Coverage

Krabi Governor Suspends Cannabis Farm License Amid Legal Violations

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

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

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

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

Cannabis Industry Faces Slow Progress in Washington Despite Reform Efforts

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

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

Massachusetts Ballot Initiative to Recriminalize Cannabis Moves Forward Despite Fraud Allegations

Texas Proposes Stricter Hemp THC Regulations Threatening $5.5 Billion Market

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

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

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