Cannabis & Tech Today

Quick Hits: Proposed Bill Brings Justice to War on Drugs Victims
Fri 2:30pm By Sara Brittany Somerset
The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act Schedule 1 designation.

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Growing a Greener Future, Free From Plastic Waste
Fri 7:00am By Taylor McLamb
It's time to address the cannabis industry's abundant use of plastic. Cannabis companies are fighting to create a healthier environment for their favorite plant to thrive.

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Interesting Study Finds Patients Want Cannabis Over Pharmaceutical Medicine
Thu 12:00am By Johnny Green
It is no secret that the pharmaceutical industry’s products kill a lot of people globally every year. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that over 115,000 people died from an opioid overdose in 2017 alone. This is not to say that all…

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New Study Suggests Domesticated Cannabis Originated in China
Wed 7:00am By Johnny Green
The relationship between the cannabis plant and humankind goes back many, many years. But where did it originate? Could genomic research determine its origins? You will be hard-pressed to find a plant that is as dynamic as the cannabis plant, which is why…

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Quick Hits: Let’s Get Psychedelic
Tue 1:30pm By Sara Brittany Somerset
New innovative psychedelic products to come from Jamaica. CanEx Jamaica’s Psychedelics Summit gets trippy. Cannabis news, now.

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The True Cost of the Cannabis Potency Tax
Tue 7:00am By Aaron Smith
Editor’s Note: This article was published in the spring 2021 issue of Cannabis & Tech Today. New York has since legalized adult-use cannabis consumption. The author’s perspective on potency taxes remains relevant, as several states are considering similar…

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The Important Role of Social Equity in Cannabis Hiring
Mon 7:00am By Jenae Nichols
As medical and recreational cannabis becomes a legitimate $92 billion a year industry, a discussion around social equity programs has emerged. Why? Because certain communities have suffered long-term multigenerational impacts from now obsolete laws about…

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The Perfect Cannabis-Infused Smoothie for the Summer
Jul 16, 2021, 12:45 pm By Laurie Wolf
Cool down this summer with a delicious mango cannabis-infused smoothie.

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Popular Cannabis Legalization Measure Gains Ground in Israel
Jul 15, 2021, 4:00 am By Johnny Green
Israel is an international leader when it comes to cannabis, and that’s been the case for many decades. The country is home to world-renowned cannabis researcher Dr. Raphael Mechoulam who first isolated the THC cannabinoid in the 1960s. Mechoulam is often…

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Federal Cannabis Decriminalization on the Horizon
Jul 14, 2021, 6:00 pm By Patricia Miller
New legislation was introduced Wednesday that would decriminalize cannabis at the federal level, removing it from the list of federally controlled substances. The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act would empower states to implement their own cannabis…

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Legalization Bill Introduced in Belize
Jul 14, 2021, 7:00 am By Johnny Green
When it comes to countries pushing for adult-use legalization in Central America, Mexico is likely the first nation that comes to mind, not Belize. That is understandable given the fact that Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled in late 2018 that cannabis prohibition…

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Quick Hits: Relax This Summer With New Cannabis Products
Jul 13, 2021, 7:00 am By Sara Brittany Somerset
Check out the latest cannabis products made to help with sleep, workout recovery, and relaxation.

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Cannabis and ESG: It’s a marathon not a sprint, but let’s push the pace
Jul 13, 2021, 7:00 am By Ira Weinstein
The cannabis industry is an environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) conundrum. While I was on a run on a recent summer morning, the rhythmic pattern of rubber hitting the blacktop allowed my mind to drift to the confluence of recent events that…

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The Need for Accountants in the Cannabis Industry
Jul 12, 2021, 7:00 am By Beau Peters
Accountants are especially needed in the cannabis industry. So, let's look at why and what can be done to bring more accountants to cannabis businesses in need.

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Our Favorite “Dab Day” Deals From 7/10
Jul 12, 2021, 12:00 am By Patricia Miller
How did you celebrate Oil Day? We've compiled some of the best cannabis products and Dab Day deals to come from 7/10.

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Apple Changes Cannabis App Policy – Will Google Follow?
Jul 9, 2021, 7:00 am By Johnny Green
Apps on phones and other devices play a huge role in most of our daily lives. Some apps are purely for entertainment, such as mind numbing video games. Other apps play a much more important role, such as apps that are dedicated to tracking exercise activity or…

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New Cannabis Studies Provide Good News For Multiple Sclerosis Patients
Jul 8, 2021, 7:00 am By Johnny Green
Multiple sclerosis is both a neurological disease (affecting the nerves) and an autoimmune disease (affecting the immune system). Common symptoms of multiple sclerosis include, but are not limited to: fatigue, pain, vision loss, and degrading coordination.…

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How to Transform Your Grow with B-Real’s THC Controls
Jul 7, 2021, 7:00 am By Sara Brittany Somerset
Lead singer B-Real reveals latest project with master grower Kenji Fujishima. THC Controls is a cultivation automation system that allows growers to take a hands-off approach to farming.

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What No One Tells You About Hemp Bioplastics
Jul 6, 2021, 12:15 pm By Sam White
Cannabis companies like the Hemp Plastic Company are working to develop hemp-based solutions to our plastic problem.

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Simple Ways to Confront Fraud During a Cannabis Compliance Audit
Jul 5, 2021, 2:23 pm By Robert Carp
One of the most serious issues facing cannabis licensees, regulators, and the public is fraud. Learn the important techniques used to identify fraud.

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Track Star Sha’Carri Richardson Tests Positive for Cannabis
Jul 2, 2021, 3:20 pm By Taylor McLamb
The United States Anti-Doping Agency announced that 21-year-old American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson tested positive for cannabis Friday morning.

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Quick Hits: Huge Wins for Cannabis Legalization
Jul 2, 2021, 7:00 am By Sara Brittany Somerset
Cannabis is now legal in Mexico and will be legal in Virginia starting July 1st. The US Supreme Court questions continuing federal cannabis prohibition.

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Fascinating Study Finds Cannabis Helps Most Patients
Jul 2, 2021, 7:00 am By Johnny Green
An international team of researchers explored the relationship between medical cannabis and chronic pain, PTSD, sleeping disorders, and other conditions.

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Surprisingly Smart Data for Cannabis Tourism
Jul 1, 2021, 7:00 am By Eric Vengroff
Can America learn from Amsterdam when it comes to cannabis tourism? Let's take a closer look at how cannabis tourism businesses can thrive in a post-COVID-19 world.

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The Not-So-Definitive Guide to Delta-8-THC
Jun 30, 2021, 7:00 am By Josh Smith
The Science of Delta-8-THC Delta8, also known as Δ8-THC, is not new to the scientific community. It is simply another of the 150+ identified cannabinoids produced by this amazing plant. Δ8-THC and its more well-known “sibling” Δ9-THC (as well as other…

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Clinical Trial Suggests Cannabinoids Effective at Treating Insomnia
Jun 30, 2021, 7:00 am By Johnny Green
An Australian-based team of researchers conducted a study where they found that cannabinoid therapy could improve insomnia symptoms.

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Mexico Decriminalizes Adult-Use Cannabis in Remarkable Move
Jun 29, 2021, 7:40 pm By Patricia Miller
These are historic times for Mexico. On June 28, Mexico’s Supreme Court decriminalized the recreational use of cannabis. The Court’s 8-3 ruling came in response to increased calls for decriminalization, with the goal of reducing drug-related cartel…

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If You Love Cannabis, Be the Change
Jun 29, 2021, 7:00 am By Peter Dougherty
I recently read Charles Warner’s intro for the spring issue of Cannabis & Tech Today titled, “Cultivating Change.” Warner, Publisher of the magazine, makes a seminal point in the intro providing actionable insights to drive change, inclusion, and social…

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Can Cannabis Buyers Make the Industry More Equitable and Sustainable?
Jun 28, 2021, 7:00 am By Andrea Morhardt
Many are realizing that buying responsibly from cannabis companies who care can make a real difference in the industry and in the world.

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Blockchain, Sustainability, and Redman at Day 3 of Emerge
3:06pm By Patricia Miller
“There are no heroes in politics. Each of us has a responsibility to do good by each other and move this industry forward,” said Sephida Artis, National Cannabis Party (NCP) co-founder and national director. Conferences and the connections made during…

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