A recent audit of California’s Bureau of Cannabis Control (CBCC) also revealed that so far in 2019 the agency has investigated nineteen illegal cannabis businesses. In an unrelated story: The Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) recently said the agency is seeking tips and leads on illegal cannabis businesses. Weedmaps had been under pressure from licensed retailers and state regulators to remove unlicensed cannabis vendors from their listings. IRVINE, Calif. – Online cannabis platform Weedmaps on Wednesday announced they will no longer host pages for illegal cannabis retailers. “Weedmaps always has and will continue to advocate for a flourishing, legal cannabis market, and taking action to address social equity is integral to making that a reality,” Weedmaps chief operating officer Chris Beals told mgRetailer. “[Wednesday’s] announcement reinforces that commitment and outlines the program we are implementing to support minority entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry. Once licensed, those new vendors would also receive a one-year free listing on the Weedmaps platform.
IRVINE, Calif. – Online cannabis platform Weedmaps on Wednesday announced they will no longer host pages for illegal cannabis retailers.
“Weedmaps always has and will continue to advocate for a flourishing, legal cannabis market, and taking action to address social equity is integral to making that a reality,” Weedmaps chief operating officer Chris Beals told mgRetailer.
“[Wednesday’s] announcement reinforces that commitment and outlines the program we are implementing to support minority entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry. As it pertains...
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