Sophia Bennett has dedicated her career to monitoring and analyzing the regulatory landscape and news within the vape industry. With a keen eye for the evolving policies that shape this dynamic market, Sophia brings a critical perspective to her commentary and reports.
Czechia has ushered in a new era of drug policy with a landmark legal framework governing adult cannabis use, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. Moving away from years of partial decriminalization and discretionary enforcement, the new law establishes clear, uniform national rules. It permits adults aged 21 and over to grow up […]
As Massachusetts enters 2026, residents can expect a wave of new laws and regulations reshaping various aspects of life in the Commonwealth. From the long-awaited arrival of cannabis social consumption sites to expanded hunting seasons and stricter penalties for assaulting transit workers, the changes reflect a diverse legislative agenda.
The United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step forward in healthcare and economic diversification by issuing a federal decree that permits the medical use of industrial hemp. This decision, which also allows for hemp’s use in textiles, construction, and packaging, has been welcomed by medical experts who anticipate substantial health benefits for residents suffering […]
A provision tucked into the federal funding law that reopened the government this fall threatens to shutter the multi-billion-dollar hemp industry, potentially making CBD, hemp, and other marijuana-adjacent products unavailable in North Carolina by late 2026. This legislative change targets a loophole that has allowed the sale of intoxicating hemp products, but its broad scope […]
In the evolving world of plant-based wellness and industry, few topics generate as much confusion as the distinction between hemp and cannabis. Are they different plants? Is one legal and the other not? Why do we use different names? The reality is both simpler and more complex than many realize. While they are scientifically the […]
The Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS) has launched a landmark publication, establishing the first standardized dosing protocols for medical cannabis oils in the United Kingdom. Titled Medical Cannabis Oils: Dosing and Guidance for Safe and Effective Treatment in Adults and Children, the guide was officially unveiled at the Cannabis Health Symposium in London on November 25th. […]
The New Jersey Legislature has passed a sweeping overhaul of the state’s hemp laws, sending Senate Bill 4509 to the governor’s desk with strong bipartisan support. The Senate approved the measure 33-1, followed by a 57-6 vote in the Assembly. This legislation aims to tighten the legal definition of hemp and significantly curb the sale […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed two significant bills into law on Monday, tightening regulations on the sale of kratom, an herbal stimulant often sold in convenience stores and smoke shops. The new legislation raises the minimum purchase age for kratom products to 21 statewide and mandates comprehensive warning labels.
Stepping into the world of cannabis can feel like learning a new language. With terms like cannabinoids, terpenes, concentrates, and cultivars, the terminology can be overwhelming. This guide is designed to be your definitive resource, created by industry experts to empower you with the knowledge to navigate dispensaries, understand product labels, and make confident choices […]
A new systematic evidence review has shed light on the complex relationship between cannabis products and pain management, revealing that while products with higher levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) may offer some relief, they come with a trade-off of increased side effects. Conversely, the review found that products dominated by cannabidiol (CBD) demonstrated almost no benefit […]