New Leaf DAO

Cannabinoid

New Leaf is a decentralized investment platform unlocking the potential of medicinal cannabis markets. By tokenizing premium real-world cannabis assets, it drives strategic investment, boosts industry efficiency with blockchain and AI, and democratizes access for patients, clinicians, investors, and regulators. Backed by experts in cannabis, global finance, and blockchain, New Leaf aligns strong market demand with scalable, transparent growth.

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Market Hypothesis

$4.1 Billion

Projected pre-roll cannabis sales in 2024, reflecting rapid market adoption.

15.9%

Market share growth of pre-roll products in 2024, driven by rising patient demand and expanding legalization.

$1.75 Billion

Revenue generated by infused pre-rolls combining flower with concentrates in 2024.

Cannabis science is booming, but research is fragmented and slow. We fund open studies, accelerate validation, and turn insights into community-owned assets.


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The global medical cannabis market presents a multi-billion-euro opportunity, driven by legalization, patient demand, and new therapeutic applications....

Research Focus Areas
Phytochemical Profiling of New Leaf’s Medicinal Cannabis Strains

Phytochemical Profiling of New Leaf’s Medicinal Cannabis Strains

This study aims to chemically analyze New Leaf’s existing portfolio of proprietary medical cannabis strains to identify and characterize their cannabinoid, terpene, and flavonoid compositions. This foundational research will support the development of targeted, standardized formulations for therapeutic use, particularly in the treatment of pain-related conditions such as migraine and headache.


Evaluating the Efficacy of a Proprietary Cannabis Strain for Pain Relief

Evaluating the Efficacy of a Proprietary Cannabis Strain for Pain Relief

Following the comprehensive chemical profiling of New Leaf’s proprietary medical cannabis strains, this study aims to evaluate the analgesic potential of a selected strain shown to exhibit a unique and synergistic profile of cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids.


Evaluating a Proprietary Cannabis Strain for Symptom Relief in Parkinson’s Disease

Evaluating a Proprietary Cannabis Strain for Symptom Relief in Parkinson’s Disease

Building on the chemical profiling of New Leaf’s proprietary medical cannabis strains, this study aims to assess the therapeutic potential of a specific strain identified for its neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties in alleviating symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD).


Team & Community
Simon Owen

Simon Owen

Simon is a corporate lawyer and advisor with 30 years’ experience in tech, biotech, fintech, and blockchain. He’s...

Brendan de Kauwe

Brendan de Kauwe

Dr.

Brendan is a Financial Services Licence Responsible Manager with global capital markets experience, serving on NASDAQ and ASX...

Andreas Gedeon

Andreas Gedeon

Andreas is a global cannabis industry leader with 10+ years’ experience as CEO and Director. He’s led firms...

Steve James

Steve James

Steve has 30+ years in financial services, holding senior roles at major banks and leading FX trading and...

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Project Roadmap
Q4 2025
Pilot & Validation Phase - Canadian 1st medical cannabis pre-roll production line
Q1 2026
Commercial Scale Up & Market Entry - Expand production lines and onboard brands for contract manufacturing
Q2 2026
Partnerships & Technology - Licensing and Joint Ventures with strategic partners
S2 2026
Product Innovation & Global Expansion - New formulations and multinational export and distribution
Value Capture Model

By tokenizing real-world, premium cannabis assets, New Leaf benefits all stakeholders—patients, clinicians, investors, and regulators—while democratizing access to the industry. At token launch, investors gain exposure to US$25M in enterprise value a...

Value Capture Model Diagram
Recommended Reads
 Antinociceptive effects of minor cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids in Cannabis

Frontiers in Pharmacology

Antinociceptive effects of minor cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids in Cannabis


Medicinal Properties of Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Flavonoids in Cannabis, and Benefits in Migraine, Headache, and Pain: An Update on Current Evidence and Cannabis Science

Headache

Medicinal Properties of Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Flavonoids in Cannabis, and Benefits in Migraine, Headache, and Pain: An Update on Current Evidence and Cannabis Science


An open‑label extension study to investigate the long‑term safety and tolerability of THC/CBD oromucosal spray and oromucosal THC spray in patients with terminal cancer‑related pain refractory to strong opioid analgesics

Journal of Pain and Symptom Management

An open‑label extension study to investigate the long‑term safety and tolerability of THC/CBD oromucosal spray and oromucosal THC spray in patients with terminal cancer‑related pain refractory to strong opioid analgesics