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Primo Payments on navigating the unbanked reality of the cannabis industry
Primo Payments, a longtime leader in cannabis-focused payment solutions, reflects on the unique financial challenges facing cannabis operators. In this Q&A, the team explains why the industry remains widely misunderstood, how federal inaction continues to stall banking reform, and what businesses should look for when choosing a stable, compliant payment processor.
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4/20 Happenings in the DMV: Events, Specials, Activism and More!
It’s that time of year again—buds are bloomin’, clouds are puffin’, and the DMV is lighting up for 4/20. Whether you’re planning to chill, socialize, or fight for the cause, this year’s lineup has something for every kind of cannabis lover. From concerts and movies to policy talks and prison reform, the DC scene is…
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NECANN’s Role in Shaping the East Coast Cannabis Industry
Marc Shepard, co-founder and president of NECANN, provides insights into the current state of the cannabis market, with a particular focus on the East Coast. Shepard contrasts the East Coast’s market stage (opportunity and expansion) with the West Coast’s (competition and attrition). He discusses the varying regulatory approaches in East Coast states and emphasizes the…
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D.C. Cannabis Industry unites ahead of pivotal regulatory shift
A recent industry mixer brought together members of the D.C. medical cannabis market to promote unity and collaboration ahead of a key regulatory deadline. Attendees emphasized the need to address historical fragmentation and regulatory inconsistencies.