October 17, 2025

Stockholm Syndrome in Cannabis

An opinion piece examines the cannabis industry’s reliance on outdated systems and calls for innovation.

In this Cannabis & Tech Today opinion piece, the author compares the cannabis industry’s dependence on restrictive regulations to a form of Stockholm syndrome.It argues that businesses and regulators have become complacent with the status quo, accepting limited payment options and banking access. The article calls for embracing innovation—such as closed‑loop payments and digital platforms—to break free from these constraints.

Read the full commentary here: https://cannatechtoday.com/stockholm-syndrome-in-cannabis

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