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knowablemagazine.org
1 week ago
Medicine

Is CBD Safe for Cats and Dogs?

CBD, non-psychoactive cannabis ingredient, showing promising results in treating pet ailments. Positive outcomes seen in case reports and rigorous trials with placebos. [ more ]
Cbsnews
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

More employees are cheating on workplace drug tests. Here's how they do it.

The surge in workers cheating on drug tests coincides with the legalization of recreational marijuana, prompting concerns for workplace safety and productivity. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Canada news

Will a DEA reclassification of marijuana put the banking industry at ease? Cannabis companies hope so.

The Biden administration's reclassification of marijuana may not resolve the banking restrictions faced by the cannabis industry. [ more ]
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Benzinga
1 month ago
Marketing

Your Next Weed Promo Could Go Viral: How CannaCribs Is Shaping Social Media With Influencer Marketing

Grow World pioneers cannabis influencer marketing, creating symbiotic partnerships for increased exposure and engagement. [ more ]
Benzinga
4 months ago
Marketing

Social Media Platforms Flag Influencers Who Promote Cannabis Products

Influencer fraud is a significant challenge in cannabis marketing, with bot-generated followers and engagements posing a risk for brands.
Social media regulations surrounding cannabis content are evolving, providing new opportunities for influencer marketing in the industry. [ more ]
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BKReader
1 month ago
Film

Watch this Indie Film About The BK Cannabis Hustle

David Bell's first feature film, $Broke Boi, explores hustle culture and the cannabis industry in Brooklyn, showcasing his passion for storytelling. [ more ]
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New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY's legal marijuana industry reaches new high with over 100 licensed pot shops raking in the green

New York's legal cannabis industry is growing rapidly, with over 100 licensed pot shops open, but faces challenges with the large illicit market. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

New York's ban on pot ads struck down as violation of free speech

Legal pot industry in New York facing turmoil due to overturned regulations on cannabis advertising and marketing.
Judge Kevin Bryant ruling against illegal regulations, including banning cannabis promotions on third-party platforms. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

State board approves 114 new licenses for New York's embattled cannabis industry

More than 100 new state licenses approved for marijuana sales in New York, doubling the number of legal stores.
Emergency overhaul of New York's cannabis program initiated by Gov. Kathy Hochul due to ongoing issues and illegal shops thriving. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Hochul finally calls for overhaul of NY's botched legalized pot program: 'What took her so long?'

Gov. Kathy Hochul has called for an overhaul of the state agency overseeing New York's cannabis industry.
The program is under scrutiny after a regulator was accused of retaliation by a pot supplier. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

NY should probe Google, Meta and others for allowing illegal weed shops to thrive: business owners

Legal weed shop owners in New York are seeking investigation into tech companies for enabling unlicensed weed shops' promotion.
New York cannabis industry leaders call for accountability of social media platforms in restricting illegal weed shop advertisements. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Pot sales could be new reality at MSG thanks to loosened NY regulations: 'This is a new frontier'

Marijuana sales could eventually be allowed at Madison Square Garden.
New York cannabis regulator criticizes capitalism's impact on the industry. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Beverly Hills scammer pleads guilty to $18-million cannabis con

Con artist Mark Roy Anderson pleaded guilty to duping investors of over $18 million with false claims of a cannabis empire.
Anderson's history of swindling dates back three decades, with the latest scheme involving a non-existent hemp farm and misleading investment pitches. [ more ]
sfist.com
1 month ago
SF food

SF Weed Week' Hopes to Fill Void of Canceled 4/20 Party, With Promotional Marketing Events

SF Weed Week is a marketing event aiming to draw customers during slow seasons like 4/20, creating an alternative to traditional celebrations like Hippie Hill.
The event treats weed growers and strains like rock stars and celebrities, hyping up strain releases similar to album releases. [ more ]
Benzinga
1 month ago
Marketing

EXCLUSIVE: X (Fmr. Twitter) Exec Explains Why Storytelling, Authenticity Are The Future Of Cannabis Marketing

Authenticity and storytelling are key elements in building successful brands in the cannabis industry.
Establishing emotional connections with customers through storytelling can lead to significant success for brands. [ more ]
Eater Chicago
2 months ago
Chicago

Will Cannabis-Infused Cocktails Spark Buzz in Illinois?

The popularity of cannabis-infused mocktails is rising as people seek alternatives to alcohol while maintaining a social experience.
Up Elevated Cocktails offers educational classes and modern mocktails made with cannabis-infused, water-soluble products in place of alcohol. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Licensed NYC cannabis operators urge Albany to smoke out illegal weed peddlers

New York City cannabis industry urges stiff laws for illegal pot shops
Operators seek measures like higher penalties to combat black market and support for legal stores. [ more ]
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www.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Pot producers and retailers can't collaborate on in-store promotions. They want that changed | CBC News

Legal cannabis sales in Canada plateaued in 2023, leading to economic challenges for the industry.
Provinces in Canada currently prohibit collaborations on promotions between licensed cannabis producers and retailers. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn's first Black woman-owned dispensary opens in Park Slope, Adams vows to crack down on illegal sellers * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn's first dispensary owned by a Black woman, Matawana Cannabis Dispensary, opened in Park Slope.
New York's cannabis law prioritizes leveling the field for those most impacted by marijuana prohibition. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Hochul Pushes for Cannabis Crackdown to Get Some Teeth'

Illicit weed shops outnumber licensed ones in Manhattan.
Governor Hochul seeks to shut down unlicensed shops with new proposals. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul demands Google, Meta stop promoting illegal NY pot shops

Tech companies urged to stop promoting illicit weed dealers on their platforms
Licensed cannabis industry calls for crackdown on unlicensed marijuana shops promoted online [ more ]
Adweek
3 months ago
Marketing

Cannabis Retailer Skirts Ad Rules With Help From Neighbors

Unconventional advertising techniques used by a weed dispensary
Challenges faced by cannabis companies with advertising restrictions [ more ]
Sfgate
3 months ago
Marketing

2024 Cannabis Marketing Trends: Innovative Strategies for Growth

American adults spend more on cannabis than craft beer or chocolate.
Projected $38.4 billion in cannabis sales by 2024. [ more ]
AdExchanger
4 months ago
Marketing tech

Fyllo|Semasio Ditches Its Cannabis Compliance Roots To Go All In On Contextual | AdExchanger

Fyllo is shifting its focus from targeted ad compliance in the cannabis industry to more general contextual targeting.
The company acquired Semasio and will rebrand as Fyllo|Semasio to emphasize its contextual targeting tech. [ more ]
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