Archive: Chart of the Week

Veterans Are Ready for Medical Marijuana

By Allison Brickell on November 11, 2019

A recent survey shows a huge number of veterans are interested in medical marijuana as a treatment option. Which means the current U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs marijuana policy needs a major update.

Cannabis Companies Spend Record Amount on Lobbying

By Allison Brickell on November 4, 2019

Cannabis companies have spent a record amount on lobbying this year. Here’s why.

Dollar Reserves Dip

By Allison Brickell on October 14, 2019

The dollar’s status as the world’s top reserve currency is still intact. But that could change.

Hong Kong Citizens Turn to Bitcoin Amid Political Turmoil

By Allison Brickell on October 7, 2019

As protests in Hong Kong continue, bitcoin’s popularity is growing. Here’s why.
San Francisco is known for being a hub for startups and venture capital. Here’s just how much its funding dominates the rest of California.

Massachusetts Vape Sales Plummet in Light of Health Concerns

By Allison Brickell on September 23, 2019

Massachusetts marijuana vape sales have plunged amid vape-related health concerns. And Juul, the biggest vape company in the country, is sounding a lot like its tobacco forebears as it grapples with the drop.

Today’s Emerging Markets Are Tomorrow’s Powerhouses

By Allison Brickell on September 16, 2019

Today’s emerging markets could become tomorrow’s market powerhouses. So investors currently stuck in overpriced U.S. stocks should consider these cheaper alternatives.

Bitcoin Consuming Less Electricity

By Allison Brickell on September 9, 2019

Bitcoin’s electricity consumption has dropped in the past year. And it’s part of a growing green trend.

More Canadians Are Using Legal Cannabis

By Allison Brickell on August 26, 2019

The latest National Cannabis Survey shows more Canadians are getting their weed from legal sources. Here’s why that trend will continue.

Why Millennials Prefer Real Estate and Crypto Investments

By Allison Brickell on August 19, 2019

The most popular investments in America are changing. And millennials are leading the charge.

Colorado’s Legal Cannabis Market Grows Stronger

By Allison Brickell on August 12, 2019

Colorado sold about twice as much recreational marijuana as medical marijuana last year. That’s a reflection of both the growing recreational market and Colorado’s smart way of approaching it.

Marijuana Still Not Responsible for Overdose Deaths

By Allison Brickell on August 5, 2019

Prescription opioids, benzodiazepines and antidepressants were involved in thousands of overdoses in 2017. Marijuana can be used as an alternative to all three and has caused zero overdoses.

Poll Shows People Trust Bitcoin More Than Libra

By Allison Brickell on July 29, 2019

A recent poll shows people trust Facebook’s Libra crypto less than they do bitcoin. Here’s why.

Bitcoin Hash Rate Reaches New High

By Allison Brickell on July 22, 2019

Bitcoin’s hash rate reached an all-time high over the weekend. Here’s why that’s important.
The cannabis industry has a banking problem. But financial institutions want to change that - and the government is taking steps to make it happen.
There’s a strong correlation between bitcoin Google searches and bitcoin price spikes. But that doesn't mean there’s causation.