A new cannabis retailer has officially opened its doors in the heart of New York City’s most iconic neighborhood. The Daily Green, a licensed marijuana dispensary, is now open in Times Square, with its grand opening celebration taking place Friday, August 8. Located at 719 7th Ave., the dispensary blends a bold design with a …
Report: U.S. Cannabis Market Projected to Surpass $91 Billion by 2033
The legal cannabis industry in the United States is poised for massive growth over the next decade, with projections showing the market will grow from $36.94 billion in 2024 to $91.1 billion by 2033. That’s according to a new report by Research and Markets, which forecasts an annual growth rate of 10.5% between 2025 and …
Verano President Darren Weiss Resigns, Will Remain as International Consultant
Darren Weiss has stepped down as president of Verano Holdings Corp., one of the nation’s largest multi-state marijuana operators, to pursue business opportunities in the cannabis industry outside of North America. Weiss originally joined Verano in 2017 as general counsel. Over the years, he moved into key leadership roles including chief legal officer, chief operating …
The Top 200 Cannabis-Related Studies Published in 2025
Hundreds of peer-reviewed studies on marijuana and its components have been published in the first seven months of 2025, marking a surge in new research. In this article, we break down the 200 most important of these studies. These studies cover a wide spectrum of conditions, from autoimmune disorders and mental health issues to gastrointestinal …
Study: Hydrogel Combining CBD and FGF21 Promotes Spinal Cord Injury Repair Through Inflammation Modulation and Neural Recovery
A team of researchers in China have developed a novel hydrogel combining CBD and fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) to enhance spinal cord injury recovery, according to a study published in Biomaterials. The injectable hydrogel, referred to as C/F/Gel, uses PF127 and α-cyclodextrin (α-CD) to deliver both CBD micelles (CBDm) and FGF21 in a sustained …
Study: Psilocybin Therapy Improves Quality of Life in Low-Income Patients With Depression
A new study out of Oregon found that group psilocybin therapy led to significant improvements in quality of life for low-income individuals suffering from depression. The study, first reported by KLCC, involved 19 participants who each took part in two group psilocybin sessions. All participants were in stable housing and receiving therapy, with no personal …
Maine’s Marijuana Sales Hit $23.2 Million in July as Prices Reach New Low
Maine’s adult-use marijuana market generated $23,227,479 in July, the largest monthly total since August 2024, according to new figures released by the Office of Cannabis Policy. The revenue came from 452,395 individual transactions. Through the end of July, licensed marijuana retailers have sold $140,860,230 worth of product, a modest increase over the $137 million collected …
Study: Enhanced CBD Formulations Deliver Up to 5.7 Times Greater Absorption Compared to Standard Capsule
Two newly developed CBD products significantly outperformed a standard isolate capsule in terms of absorption and overall bioavailability, according to a new clinical trial published in the Journal of Cannabis Research. The study compared a bioavailability-enhanced CBD capsule and liquid formulation—both using surfactant/acid technology—to an unformulated CBD isolate capsule in 12 healthy male volunteers. Each …
Study: CBD Reduces Parkinson’s Treatment Side Effect Without Hindering Motor Benefits
A new study finds that cannabidiol (CBD) may offer relief from a common and challenging side effect of Parkinson’s treatment without reducing the therapy’s motor benefits. Published in Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry, the study investigated the effects of CBD and a fluorinated CBD derivative (PECS-101) on L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia (LID)—a frequent complication of prolonged …
13 Minnesota Cities Apply to Open Municipally Run Cannabis Stores
Thirteen cities in Minnesota have applied for licenses to open municipally operated cannabis stores, according to the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). While most states with legal marijuana have left retail to private businesses, OCM has created a path for cities to take a more active role—mirroring the state’s long-standing model of municipally run …
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