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Former FDA Chief Scott Gottlieb Says Some Claims About Health Benefits of CBD Are ‘Pretty Hokey’

CBD is not a “benign compound,” and regulations will be needed to protect people from possible unknown side effects, Gottlieb said.

Canadian Pharmacy to Track Cannabis via Blockchain in New Pilot Program

The blockchain tracking system will be used to identify and track medical cannabis, with data included such as the strain’s source and genetics.

Columbia Care Launches Credit Card for Cannabis Purchases

The credit program launched in New York dispensaries, and Columbia Care will roll it out nationwide this year.

Former Patron Spirits CEO Ed Brown Joins Surterra as Executive Director

Brown is investing both time and capital into the health and wellness company.

MTech Acquisition Corp. Completes Merger with MJ Freeway LLC to Form Akerna Corp.

The combination creates a Nasdaq-listed compliance technology company in the cannabis space.

USMJ Plans For WCVC to Lead Joint Cannabis Themed Restaurant Strategy

WCVC is the owner and operator of Illegal Burger operating in Colorado and introducing a cannabis-infused menu.

Still No Availability Date on Medical Marijuana in Louisiana, But New Batch Being Harvested

There’s still no date for when medical marijuana will be available to patients.

Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. Registered to Cultivate Industrial Hemp in San Diego County, California

Green Hygienics has lengthened its stride in the California cannabis market and expanded the company’s cultivation capabilities to multiple states.

Utah Medical Marijuana Applicants Under Wraps But Will Be Revealed

Who is going to grow Utah’s medical marijuana remains unknown as a July 1 license application deadline looms.

Kroger to Sell CBD Products, Nevada Bans Most Pre-Employment Cannabis Tests: Week in Review

The Cincinnati-based grocery store chain will offer a variety of topical CBD products in Kentucky and Indiana.

Oregon State University Launches Hemp Research Center

The center will be devoted to the study of hemp, and OSU will begin certifying hemp seed for planting in Oregon.

Minority Cannabis Business Association and Merida Capital Partners Launch i2 Accelerator to Fast-Track the Development of Minority Businesses in Cannabis Sector

Recipients will be awarded with a minimum of a $50,000 investment, mentorship, access to influencers and other resources provided by Merida and MCBA.

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