TESTSTSARDSAR Germany Celebrates Its First Legal 4/20 by Johnny Green History was made over the weekend in Germany where adults celebrated the nation’s first-ever legal April 20th (4/20) on Saturday. For decades the 20th of April has held a special meaning to the global cannabis movement, and that includes Germany’s thriving cannabis community. Speaking from firsthand experience in the State of Oregon where we legalized cannabis for adult use roughly a decade ago, there are three dates that longtime cannabis advocates will always remember for the rest of their lives. The first date is when leg ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR YouGov Cannabis Survey Reveals What We Already Know by Andrew Ward A majority of Americans have consumed cannabis at some point in their lives, reflecting the country’s growing acceptance of the plant. Of those, 24% have done so within the past year and 17% in the past month.  That’s according to a 420 YouGov poll, which surveyed 1,148 us adults in early April. The random sample was weighted based on criteria such as gender, age, race, age, and various other factors to represent the country’s broad demographic of adults. YouGov Cannabis Poll Results on Safety The results of ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Carmelo Anthony Launches New Line and Agency with Top Names by Andrew Ward This past weekend’s 4/20 festivities included the launch of a new agency geared at providing brands with essential support from backers with extensive cannabis credentials and celebrity status to boot. Grand National is the combined effort of NBA legend Carmelo Anthony alongside cannabis and marketing leaders Jesce Horton and Brandon Drew Jordan Pierce. The agency intends to bring to the space a commitment of mindfulness and well-being with equal commitment to promoting and supporting ventures from un ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Bavaria’s Planned “Cannabis-Free” Zone For Oktoberfest Is the Wrong Approach by Johnny Green The largest Oktoberfest celebration occurs every year in Munich, Germany, with an estimated 6 million people expected to attend this year’s event in the fall. Oktoberfest is a festival that celebrates Bavarian culture and takes place in many parts of the world, not just Munich. With cannabis legalization now the law in Germany, having taken effect on April 1st, lawmakers in Bavaria have announced plans to make the Oktoberfest celebration in Munich a “cannabis-free” zone and to implement a ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Bavaria Bans Cannabis for Oktoberfest 2024 by Cannabis & Tech Today Bavaria’s iconic Oktoberfest will enforce a ban on cannabis smoking at public festivals, including during the renowned beer celebration. Additionally, local authorities in Bavaria gain the authority to restrict cannabis use in public areas such as outdoor swimming pools and parks like Munich’s Englischer Garten, according to German news agency dpa. #Bayern stärkt den Kinder- und Jugendschutz. Wir werden das Kiffen in Biergärten und auf Volksfesten verbieten. Außerdem soll den Kommunen ermöglicht werden, das ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Activist Donte West Champions Justice Reform and Cannabis Prison Policy with Congress by Cannabis & Tech Today As seen on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Donte Westmoreland (also known as Donte West) lends his voice, humor, and good looks to benefit his work in advocacy for anti-incarceration. Now recognized for his unadulterated sharing of his personal experiences of being incarcerated for first-time offense-cannabis possession, then exonerated. West is gaining significant popularity from his continuous efforts in the public eye with political influencers and through the media. Working ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR International Cannabis Leaders Meet in Berlin for First Time After Historic Vote by Johnny Green Roughly two weeks ago the first provisions of Germany’s new adult-use cannabis legalization law took effect, with policy components related to personal cannabis cultivation, possession, and consumption by adults being implemented. Adults in Germany can now cultivate up to three plants in their private residences and possess up to 25 grams when away from their homes. On the heels of the historic policy change, international cannabis leaders have converged this week in Berlin for the an ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Cannabis & Tech Today Honors 2023 Innovation Award Winners by Cannabis & Tech Today Cannabis & Tech Today is thrilled to reveal the winners of its 2023 Innovation Awards, recognizing the most groundbreaking products and solutions in the cannabis industry. These awards celebrate the exceptional innovation, efficiency, and sustainability that these products bring to the market. This is the perfect opportunity to spotlight the innovative products that have significantly advanced the cannabis sector. The Cannabis & Tech Today Innovation Awards highlight the creativity ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR Europe’s Biggest Cannabis B2B Event Starts Next Week by Johnny Green On April 1st, 2024, Germany became the largest nation to ever implement a national adult-use cannabis legalization measure. The historic policy change has ushered in a new era for Europe’s emerging cannabis industry, with Germany leading the way. Several other European nations are reportedly making plans to modernize their own cannabis policies now that Germany’s policy change has become effective. The timing could not be more perfect for the return of the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) in Ber ..read more

TESTSTSARDSAR CEO Dawne Morris Talks Women in Cannabis Leadership by Lindsey Feth In an industry predominantly led by men, the rise of women in the cannabis sector has been a slow but steadily rising tide. As of 2023, women accounted for just 39% of marijuana executives nationally.  Dawne Morris, a Philadelphia native and the CEO and co-founder of PROTEUS420, stands as a beacon of leadership and empowerment. Recognized as one of Marijuana Venture’s Women to Watch, Dawne offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing women entrepreneurs in the cannabis space.  ..read more