June 24, 2020
Bill Barr Improperly Targeted Marijuana Mergers Says DOJ Whistleblower

Attorney General Bill Barr isn’t too high on marijuana as a business, so he improperly targeted cannabis company mergers with antitrust investigations, a DOJ whistleblower alleges. Current DOJ employee John...

June 24, 2020
DOJ Whistleblower Cites Trump Tweets As Leading To CA Emissions...

A Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into California’s efforts to reduce vehicle emissions appeared to be politically motivated, a DOJ whistleblower wrote in testimony to lawmakers that was released Tuesday. John...

May 21, 2020
Today In Payments: Banks Brace For Forbearance Program Expiry Dates;...

In today’s top news, banks brace for the end of their mortgage forbearance program, and Shopify launched a business account for merchants and POS credit system. Plus, bitcoin transferred over...

May 21, 2020
New Stimulus Bill Would Give Cannabis Firms Bank Access

The U.S. government stimulus program has sought – with urgency – to help keep smaller firms across the country hanging on until reopening becomes feasible. In perhaps the most visible...

May 20, 2020
FinTechs Tout Corporate Cards’ Working Capital Opportunity

With corporate card products offering an opportunity for businesses to manage their working capital, service providers have explored new opportunities to promote adoption of the payment tool. Get the Full...

April 30, 2020
The Complicated Picture Of Banking Cannabis SMBs

As the narrative goes, legal cannabis companies, often small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), are forced to rely on cash for both B2B and B2C payments. Get the Full Story Complete...

April 24, 2020
Cannabis Companies Would Be Eligible For COVID-19 Relief Under Bill

Representatives from Colorado and Oregon, states known for liberal cannabis laws, want the cannabis industry to be included in future Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) legislation. Get the Full Story Complete...

April 23, 2020
Hypur To Offer Digital Payments For Cannabis Firms With CU...

To provide digital contactless payments, delivery and curbside pickup options for cannabis businesses, payment provider Hypur Inc. is teaming with Salal Credit Union. The collaboration builds on Hypur’s extensive network of financial institutions...

April 20, 2020
Cannabis Firms Optimistic About Legalization After Being Deemed ‘Essential’

Marijuana executives are feeling optimistic about the prospects of federal legalization after cannabis dispensaries were deemed essential during the coronavirus pandemic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...