Aron Vaughan

As governments across Europe race to limit children’s access to social media, the debate has expanded far beyond screen time. What began as a conversation about online safety has evolved into one of the defining technology policy battles of the decade, touching on digital privacy, freedom of expression, parental responsibility, and the power of governments to regulate online life. Australia’s landmark under-16 social media ban has become the catalyst for a broader international movement.

Welcome to the latest edition of “Last Week In Weed,” catching you up on the latest breaking news and industry developments in the world of cannabis. Here’s what you may have missed over the last week: The cannabis industry’s attention is fixed on Washington as the DEA begins long-awaited hearings on whether adult-use marijuana should join medical cannabis in Schedule III.

The cannabis industry has entered an era where facility design carries consequences far beyond construction costs. As operators contend with tighter margins, increasing competition, strict regulations, and growing pressure to improve efficiency, every square foot of a facility must support a larger business objective.