Quality of Life for Chronically Ill Patients Improved with Medical Cannabis
If you have suffered from one or more chronic conditions, you know the negative impact it can have on quality of life. Cannabis may be able to help.
International Cannabis Policy Decisions Need To Be Based On Science
A United Nations Commission had the chance to vote to update current international cannabis policies based on prohibition, but delayed for the second time.
Got Data? You Might be Facing an Information Security Crisis
Information security threats come in many forms, be it breaking into an office to steal files or hacking systems from miles away. Are you protected?
Is Cannabis A ‘Performance Enhancing Drug’?
Both cannabis and steroids are banned from sports, but for different reasons. Now, it seems both drugs could be considered "performance enhancing."
Mexico Embraces New Cannabis Genetics as Cartels Fade
Mexico is importing fresh genetic varieties of cannabis to enhance its newly legal market. A regulated market could harm cartels, but what's next?
Are CBD Withdrawals Real? Researchers Try to Find Out
Will someone experience withdrawals if/when they stop consuming CBD? The results from a recent study in the United Kingdom provides some insight.
Study Says Cannabis Users Have Smaller Waists, Lower Triglycerides
Could cannabis use actually be linked to smaller waistlines and lower triglycerides? Contrary to the stigma, cannabis use isn't a prescription for laziness.
Spain, Speakers, and Spannabis at ICBC 2020
Food, beaches, wine... and cannabis? Barcelona is home to more than just incredible culture, it hosts some of the best cannabis conferences in the world.
Can Laser Technology Help Law Enforcement Identify Hemp?
Hemp is being misidentified by law enforcement, resulting in unfounded confiscations. Laser technology could help solve this costly problem.
This Issue Might Limit The Popularity Of Canned Cannabis Drinks
Shipping cannabis drinks in aluminum cans makes sense, however, researchers recently found an issue that may dramatically limit their shipping potential.
Study Shows What You Eat Changes the Effects of Cannabis
A new study out of Canada explored the impact, if any, food can have on the cannabis consumption experience. The results may surprise you.
5 Ways To Make the Cannabis Industry More Sustainable
Despite the potential benefits hemp could have for the sustainability movement, the cannabis industry has a surprisingly negative impact on the environment.
Will Smartphone-Based Testing Be The Future Of DUI Detection?
A ‘stoned driver epidemic’ prediction is almost always offered up by cannabis opponents. Will smartphone DUI tests be the key to safer roadways?
Pregnant Cannabis Use Not Independently Associated with Lower Birth Weight
Cannabis consumption by pregnant women is a sensitive issue. Recent research indicates it may not be linked to low birth weight.
Canadian Study Confirms Consumers Still Prefer Cannabis Flower
Despite the many options now available to cannabis consumers, the majority still prefer dried flower to topicals, edibles, or concentrates.
Profit, Policy, and Hip-Hop at ICBC 2020
When you hear the words, “business conference,” you might imagine starched suits, bad coffee, and dry presentations. But Del the Funky Homosapien?
Study Finds Cannabis Can Help Older Pain Patients Sleep Better
Recent research from Israel indicates medical cannabis users may experience a better quality of sleep and less pain than non-users.
Canadian Data Analysis Shows Problems With U.S. Cannabis Prohibition
Researchers in Canada recently analyzed data from the United States, they found consumers in illegal states are flooding legal states to make purchases.
Is a New Approach to International Sports Drug Testing on the Way?
The UFC is piloting a new oral drug test that will detect cannabis consumption with more precision than formerly available. What does it mean for athletes?
Technological Advances In Cannabis Cultivation A Double-Edged Sword
Cannabis cultivation technology is producing larger crops, but the growing supply could lead to plummeting prices for cultivators across the globe.
Genetically Modified Cannabis: Is it Safe?
Biotech engineers in Israel are reportedly working on developing a genetically modified version of the cannabis plant. What does this mean for consumers?
Study Finds Inhaled Cannabis Helps Treat Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome can be debilitating. In a recent study, all but one of the patients reported “total relief of symptoms following cannabis smoking."
Cannabis Cultivation Is Ramping Up In Thailand And Technology Can Help
Thailand’s Public Health Minister is scheduled to open a central clinic soon to prescribe medical cannabis to suffering patients.
Israel Launches First State-Sponsored Medical Cannabis Startup Incubator
Prohibition stifled cannabis research for decades. Now, Israel has created a startup incubator to help drive innovation in the sector.
Is Coca-Cola Developing Child-Proof Can Technology For CBD-Infused Drinks?
Many cannabis industry observers expect Coca-Cola to enter the CBD sector. Recently, speculation ramped up due to an intriguing claim in an online video.
Vaporizer Technology Reportedly Avoids 20% Tax In British Columbia
British Columbia became the first province in Canada to announce that it would place a 20 percent tax on vaporizer products to “deter harmful behavior."
Study: CBD Dosing Reduces Symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder
Social anxiety can be an extremely debilitating condition for patients that suffer from it. According to a recent study, CBD shows a lot of promise.
Study Finds Medical Cannabis Effective In Older Patients
A growing body of research suggests that medical cannabis can be an effective treatment for several ailments and conditions that plague older generations.
The Global Hemp Industry Could Save The Bees
Bees are dying around the world at an alarming rate. New research indicates the hemp plant could play a key role in reviving the global bee population.
Experian Predicts An Increase In Global Cannabis Industry Data Breaches
As the cannabis industry continues to expand at an exponential rate all over the globe its members face increasing information security threats.
