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Poland eyes CBD ban as medical cannabis crackdown sees prescription numbers plummet
Telemedicine has been a major driver of growth in Poland, the UK and Germany, but increasing concerns around the ease of access and use for non-medical purposes have made this a contentious and highly politicised issue.
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Cannabis rescheduling feared 'dead' following new DEA administrator
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Aurora establishes first medical brand as industry booms
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Europe
5 stories- UK IBD patients report improved quality of life with medical cannabis treatments
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- Czech Republic announces sale of cannabis products with up to 1% THC
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- Aurora launches internship program in Germany to support cannabis sector development
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- High Tide acquires 51% of Purecan to enter Germany's medical cannabis market
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- Synbiotic announces four new investments in 2024, with further acquisitions planned for 2025
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United States
6 stories- South Carolina senator reintroduces medical cannabis reform bill for legislative consideration
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- RAW faces unfair competition lawsuit, setting industry-wide precedent for cannabis branding
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- Arkansas cannabis businesses offer unique services, including 'lunch and learn' sessions
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- Florida is ramping up for its second vote on adult-use cannabis legalisation in 2025
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- DoorDash begins delivery of CBD and intoxicating hemp products in select markets
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- Congressional researchers highlight diverging priorities for hemp laws under Trump administration
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Canada
7 stories- Tilray acquires Canadian beer brand in continued push for diversified cannabis offerings
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- Toronto officials to end crackdowns on illegal cannabis shops, exploring new regulatory approaches
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- Canadabis Capital appoints new leadership to drive future business strategy and growth
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- Segra International partners with GreenBe Pharma to expand cannabis genetics in Europe
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- Xebra Brands announces private placement and debt settlement to support business operations
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- Philip Morris moves to explore cannabis market entry as part of its diversification strategy
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- RAMM Pharma provides Canapar facility update, strengthening European cannabis supply chain
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LATAM & Caribbean
4 stories- Countdown begins for 4th Brazilian Medicinal Cannabis Congress, highlighting industry advancements
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- St. Lucia drafts law to open hemp and cannabis sectors, spurring economic growth
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- Research explores how cannabis use affects cognitive and behavioural patterns across LATAM regions
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- Jamaican parliamentarians criticise slow progress on cannabis legislation, urging faster action
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Africa & Middle East
2 stories- IM Cannabis announces change of auditors to align with new financial management strategies
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- Ghana's cannabis chamber advocates for its economic potential to reset the country's economy
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APAC
3 stories- Polynesia cultivates new cannabis variety MM6, aiming to expand local industry opportunities
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- Malaysia opens hemp science centre to drive industrial cannabis research and innovation
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- Biortica explores AI's potential to revolutionise cannabis cultivation efficiency and scalability
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Oceania
1 story- More New Zealand cannabis users opt for legal pathways, research reveals shifting trends
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