Under the proposal from the Illinois Department of Agriculture, legal pot businesses would need approximately half a million dollars in startup costs.   Read Full Story On http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/02/14/illinois-medical-marijuana-rules

State officials announced the sites of four medical marijuana-growing facilities in Connecticut which will serve patients who cannot find relief from other treatments. Read Full Story On http://www.nhregister.com/general-news/20140128/marijuana-growing-facilities-set-for-west-haven-portland-simsbury-watertown

The Colorado state government enforces the digital tracking of marijuana plants from seed to sale, using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. Read Full Story On http://mashable.com/2014/02/11/marijuana-rfid-tracking/

Attention all individuals wishing to expand their knowledge of the medical marijuana industry. You are encouraged to attend the Northeast Cannabis Career Institute to gain a greater perspective of the “green rush” that is sweeping the country. Read Full Story On http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/02/prweb11587707.htm

WikiLeaf is a comparison shopping website for medical marijuana users to locate nearby dispensaries in four states — California, Colorado, Washington and Oregon — and comparison-shop for the lowest rates on weed. Read Full Story On http://mashable.com/2014/02/16/wikileaf-marijuana-discounts/

Medical Greens becomes exclusive distributor of Monarch Vaporizer Pens in an attempt to capitalize on the growth of vaporizing as an important accessory for a growing number of Americans. The Monarch vape pen is very easy to use by simply pushing the button and inhaling. A well-measured dose of vapor is dispensed automatically. The pen […]

Mobile Cannabis Currency — a fully functional mobile payment system branded for the Cannabis and Medical Marijuana Industry has been developed.   Read Full Story On http://www.marketwatch.com/story/singlepoint-inc-announces-development-of-mobile-payment-systems-for-the-cannabis-industry-2014-01-31

Legal weed might be available in Florida as early as late 2015 if Floridians approve legalized marijuana this November, but Jeremy Bufford is not waiting.   Read Full Story on http://tbo.com/news/breaking-news/medical-marijuana-referendum-inspires-startup-school-for-growers-20140207/

Security software specifically developed for the marijuana industry is not just about preventing fraud—it also aims to improve patient experience by tracking strains that work best for them. Read Full Story On http://www.mainstreet.com

Medical marijuana has become a $1.5-billion-a-year industry and it’s expected to triple in just a few years.   Read Full Story on http://www.npr.org/the-green-rush-begins-investors-get-in-on-pots-ground-floor

Cheekily called Ross’ Gold — a play both on his Olympic gold medal and names for types of marijuana — the company expects to set up a flagship store in Whistler. Read Full Story On  http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Ross+Rebagliati+open+medical+marijuana+franchise

Here are four Cannabis stocks sixfigurestockpicks.com thinks you should consider watching closely: Advanced Cannabis Solutions (OTCQB: CANN) FusionPharm Inc.  (OTCPINK: FSPM) AVT, Inc. (OTCPINK: AVTC) Vape Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB: PLPED) Read Full Story On http://www.baystreet.ca/viewarticle

Legalizing marijuana for medical and recreational use is top news right now. And it’s momentum has created a “green rush” of people trying to cash in on the cannabis industry.   Read Full Story On http://www.ganjanews.org/news/insurance-brokers-reach-out-to-marijuana-inc.html

2014 is shaping up as a huge year for supporters of legalizing marijuana supporters. Two states have fully legalized recreational marijuana, and a third will vote on the issue this year.   Read Full Story On http://www.ibtimes.com/why-some-southern-states-may-be-closer-legalizing-medical-marijuana-you-think

The Obama administration issued new rules intended to ease the concerns of banks wanting to deal with businesses that legally sell marijuana, something the nation’s banks have so far declined to do.   Read Full Story on http://www.cnbc.com

The U.S. government released new rules that allow banks to work with licensed marijuana businesses but there is skepticism that Bitcoin might still be better.   Read Full Story On http://tech.fortune.cnn.com/2014/02/17/bitcoin-marijuana/