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10 States Where Cannabis Is – Or Was – Up For A Vote in 2023

Proposals for legislation heavily influence cannabis industry progress, and business leaders closely follow the actions of both state governments and Washington, D.C. to understand how the industry may be affected. Which states have taken action — or inaction — so far in 2023?  Pennsylvania Pennsylvania, which is one of the largest medical cannabis markets in …

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September 2023 Newsletter

Opportunity is knocking. Answer the door! CWCBExpo In Conversation with Leo Bridgewater “The CWCBExpo is where my evolution from Veteran/Activist to Veteran/Activist/Entrepreneur began. For years the CWCBExpo has been at the forefront of facilitating very difficult conversations that seek to address the many equity challenges within the Cannabis Industry while also curating environments that lead …

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Solventless Extracts Market: By The Numbers

Outside of dab enthusiast circles, the term “solventless extracts” might raise eyebrows. While this market segment is far from ubiquitous, it is immensely popular with consumers who gravitate toward these high quality products. What’s more, this market segment seems to be growing quickly, especially in mature markets with educated consumers. As cannabis legalization advances and …

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September 2023 National News Update: Unveiling Key Cannabis Bills in Congress 

Each month, Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) offers a convenient roundup of the biggest cannabis news stories and hemp headlines emerging across the nation. Get these updates in your inbox by subscribing to our email newsletter, or follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter (now X) to get the most recent edition …

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September 2023 Regional News Update: Northeast Faces Regulatory Shifts and Licensing Milestones 

Each month, Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) offers a convenient roundup of the biggest cannabis news stories and hemp headlines emerging across the nation. Get these updates in your inbox by subscribing to our email newsletter, or follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter (now X) to get the most recent edition …

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New York’s CAURD Program: Understanding The Ongoing Legal Saga

This blog was last updated on Sept. 19th, 2023. The NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) introduced the Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) program in 2021. This program aims to provide equitable opportunities for those most affected by previous cannabis prohibition to participate in the Empire State’s cannabis industry. However, August 2023 legal proceedings argued …

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August 2023 Regional News Update: NYC Faces Licensing Challenges as NJ Market Expands

Each month, Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) offers a convenient roundup of the biggest cannabis news stories and hemp headlines emerging across the nation. Get these updates in your inbox by subscribing to our email newsletter, or follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter (now X) to get the most recent edition …

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August 2023 National News Update: Cannabis Gains Ground in Federal Recognition, Employment, and Public Sentiment

Each month, Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) offers a convenient roundup of the biggest cannabis news stories and hemp headlines emerging across the nation. Get these updates in your inbox by subscribing to our email newsletter, or follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter (now X) to get the most recent edition …

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Mastercard’s Cannabis Ban Adds Complications to the Industry

Mastercard’s recent announcement that it would stop supporting the use of debit cards at cannabis dispensaries rocked retailers in the space, representing a major step back in the already dicey reality of payment processing for cannabis transactions. And Mastercard’s latest move isn’t the only financial restriction still facing the cannabis industry. In the absence of …

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