Marijuana tech start-ups, from social media to hard science, are hoping to see accelerated revenues from growth in legal marijuana business sector. This post from CNBC discusses the opportunities and challenges faced by marijuana tech start-ups. The start-up world can expect to see a different kind of green in the next few years if the marijuana business grows as rapidly ... Continue Reading
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Progress of Marijuana Legalization in U.S. States
Marijuana legalization has become a reality in many U.S. states and a lot of hopes are pinned on this year too. This post from Yahoo.com brings to you a map of every state and their marijuana laws. This year could be big one for marijuana legalization, with states like Arizona, Maine and Vermont likely to jump on the bandwagon, which is already led by Alaska, Colorado and ... Continue Reading
Recreational Marijuana Starts Attracting Tax in Oregon
Recreational marijuana consumers in Oregon have to start getting used to paying higher prices, with a 25 percent sales tax coming into effect on marijuana products for people without medical cards. This post from The 420 Times reports the kicking in of sales tax on recreational marijuana products in Oregon. Sad news for pot consumers in Oregon. The statewide tax-free ride ... Continue Reading
Marijuana Tax Slated to Pay for College Scholarships
High school graduates in Pueblo County will soon have a chance to avail college scholarships that come from marijuana tax revenue. This post from CNN News sheds light on the uses that marijuana tax money is going to be put to in Colorado. Starting in 2017, high school graduates in one Colorado county will be able to turn to a college scholarship funded by marijuana ... Continue Reading
2015’s Off Year Election to Decide on Marijuana, Tax Refunds, Airbnb
ResponsibleOhio, a pro-marijuana advocacy group, rolled out a weed-themed mascot named 'Buddie.' The group has traveled with the mascot across the state hoping to drub up support for recreational pot. USA TODAY 2015’s Off year election turns the spotlight on key issues such as marijuana legalization, tax refunds, LGBT rights and Airbnb initiative. This post from USA Today ... Continue Reading