Maureen Meehan

At the last Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, industry experts discussed the rising demand for rare cannabinoids, which are lesser-known compounds found in the cannabis plant known for their unique therapeutic properties. Panelists Jerry Griffin VP of Sales & Marketing from BayMedica...

For years, proponents of cannabis legalization have argued that criminalizing the plant serves no rational purpose. Weldon Angelos, a prime example of an individual subjected to unjust incarceration for a cannabis offense, agrees. "If you're in prison for cannabis, it's an injustice,...

In a pivotal moment for the American cannabis sector, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed a reclassification of cannabis to the DEA. This could shift cannabis from its current Schedule I status, bringing potential upheaval in the perception and market dynamics of the...

In the rapidly evolving world of cannabis journalism, it's the passionate, resilient and purpose-driven narratives that stand tall, illuminating the path for a more inclusive and diversified media landscape. As part of this ever-growing mission, the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is...

"This is a big deal," says Boris Jordan, founder and executive chairman of the board of Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF), referring to the recent recommendation by the Health and Human Services Department (HHS) to the Drug Enforcement Administration (...

"This is a big moment for us," says George Archos, CEO of Verano Holdings Corp (CSE: VRNO)(OTCQX: VRNOF), in light of the recent announcement where the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommended the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to reclassify cannabis from a...

"The real catalyst is going to be federal legalization. Unfortunately, it’s just going to take many years longer," began Anthony Coniglio, founder, president, and CIO of NewLake Capital Partners Inc. (OTCQX: NLCP), setting the tone for what would be an illuminating discussion at the...

"When you own a cannabis license under some trafficking law, you have a very punitive tax liability," said David Van Vlierbergen, CFO and co-founder at Fernway as he stood alongside Anthony Coniglio, founder, president and CIO of NewLake Capital Partners Inc (OTCQX:...

Global Cannabis Times (GCT) recently unveiled its inaugural GCT100 list, highlighting the top 100 movers and shakers in the cannabis industry. The list features a diverse group of individuals, including journalists, artists, investors, brand-builders, geneticists, podcasters, and politicians. Among...

The cannabis industry was built on the backs of people who have been disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs, people and communities of color, said Roz McCarthy, founder and CEO of Minorities for Medical Marijuana, during a panel discussion at the Benzinga...

Gary Santo, CEO of TILT Holdings (NEO: TILT) (OTCQX: TLLTF) sat down with Benzinga Cannabis Editor Maureen Meehan on the first day of the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in New York City. On stage at the Marriott Marquis Hotel, Santo described the business model that makes TILT stand out...

By WeedMaps News' Maureen Meehan, provided exclusively to Benzinga Cannabis. Numerous organizations, parks, and college campuses across the country have announced they will display 22 U.S. flags this year for Veteran's Day. Thousands will take up the 22 Push-Up Challenge or ...

By WeedMaps News' Maureen Meehan, provided exclusively to Benzinga Cannabis. By conservative estimates, at least 54 million American adults have doctor-diagnosed arthritis, according to the Arthritis Foundation, and many of them are turning to cannabis to treat their painful symptoms,...

By WeedMaps News' Maureen Meehan, provided exclusively to Benzinga Cannabis. In a new review study, researchers examined evidence that suggests the endocannabinoid system (ECS) may play a role in helping relieve symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other similar...