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Cannabis and hemp decontamination technology company Willow Industries has closed a $2-million venture funding round. The round, co-lead by AFI Capital Partners and WelCan Capital, included Halley Venture Partners and Flatiron Venture Partners. read more.....»»

Oakland-based Treez, a manageme.....»»

MJ Freeway, often considered the inventor of the seed-to-sale technology that has become standard in the marijuana industry, announced Thursday that it has closed on a $10-million Series C financing round. read more.....»»

It’s been quite the year for Chicago startup funding, with several rounds that were near or surpassed $100 million. Two Chicago cannabis startups, Verano Holdings and Cresco Labs led the year in fundings. Both closed their funding deals in Octob.....»»

In a historic trading session on Tuesday, cannabis stocks soared following the DEA's reported decision to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. read more.....»»

Currently, Boston is an ideal destination for those looking to thrive in the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape as well as explore cutting-edge technology. From attracting impressive venture funding and housing renowned AI companies to foster.....»»

The company, founded by a Tampa entrepreneur, is focusing on growth with the new seed funding......»»

This significant investment indicates that institutional investors, endowments, and foundations, also known as limited partners, are still willing to support well-known firms even amid a broader fundraising crunch. read more.....»»

Austin startup funding may be on a bi.....»»

AVD rebrands as ACTIVE to reflect values and approach in the cannabis industry. CEO Alex Kwon comments on the rebranding. Read now! read more.....»»

Lumeris, a Maryland Heights-based health care technology business, has raised $100 million in equity capital, the privately held company said Monday......»»

South Florida's biggest tech industry event is marking a milestone anniversary this year......»»

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Good morning. Time for Tuesday's Five Things. It helped Tesla launch electric vehicles back in the teens, and Arcimoto is trying to take the same route to funding to build up its own EV brand. It has applied for an undisclosed loan through th.....»»

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Pawp, a veterinary telehealth platform, has raised $13 million in funding, and mental health platform Headway has secured $70 million......»»