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Dr. Mechoulam Does It Again

In an exciting mainstream media report, NBC news highlighted a groundbreaking new development from the lab of Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, the godfather of cannabis chemistry: cannabinoid acids.

Australia’s Capital Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis

The Australian Capital Territory Legislative Assembly voted to legalize possession of up to 50 grams and the personal cultivation of two plants in Canberra, beginning Jan. 31, 2020.

Altitude Investment Management, plc Invests $5.5 Million in KannaSwiss AG

This marks AIM plc's first investment in the European cannabis market.

InterCure Subsidiary Canndoc Signs Strategic Distribution Agreement with S.L.E. of Teva Pharmaceuticals

Under terms of the agreement, S.L.E. will distribute Canndoc's GMP products to pharma clients, including hospitals, health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and all pharmacies in Israel, including pharmacy chains.

Industry Stakeholders Address Vaping-Related Lung Disease Outbreak, FTC Warns CBD Companies Against Unsubstantiated Health Claims: Week in Review

The cannabis industry is confronting the vaping-related lung disease debate after six reported deaths, more than 450 other cases of vaping-related illnesses across 33 states and a series of national news headlines brought the issue to the forefront this week.

Vinzan International Acquires Colombia Dreams Marihuana (CDM) to Form Vinzan Colombia

The Colombia Dreams Marihuana brand will be used to market products.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Says Cannabis Job Could Await Netanyahu Following Election

At an international cannabis conference in Israel, Ehud Barak said that Netanyahu "has a lot of vacancies just waiting for him in the cannabis industry."

Illinois Awards First Adult-Use Cannabis Dispensary Licenses, Missouri Sees Surge of Medical Marijuana Business License Applications: Week in Review

Illinois awarded its first five adult-use cannabis retail licenses this week, with dozens more licenses expected to be awarded in the coming weeks.

Atlas Biotechnologies Announces European Expansion

“We have been seeking to expand our production base outside of Canada for some time and are pleased to have secured this high-impact opportunity," said President and CEO Sheldon Croome.

Clever Leaves Becomes GMP Certified by INVIMA

The vertically integrated Colombian licensed producer's practices are now in line with other global pharmaceutical companies.

Thailand Removes Cannabis, Hemp Extracts From Narcotics List

Thailand legalized medical cannabis in 2018 and is beginning to take down the regulatory obstacles standing in the way of business development.

DEA Announces Cannabis Research Expansion Plans, Washington Eyes Bill Allowing Growers to Deliver: Week in Review

The DEA has pledged to take steps to approve additional federal cultivation licenses from a pool of applications that have been pending for nearly three years.

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