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ETHA Co-Founder Speaks at International Kratom Symposium 2025

The International Kratom Symposium serves as the leading global platform for experts to explore the complexities surrounding kratom, a tropical plant renowned for its benefits yet heavily debated for its risks. Held annually, it gathers scientists, policymakers, health professionals, and advocates to discuss the plant’s applications, safety concerns, and potential regulations. Through transparent and evidence-based discussions, the symposium plays a significant role in shaping kratom’s future.

ETHA's very own co-founder and head of R&D Alexander Karp was not only in attendance, but took the stage to speak about USA's effective and proper regulation of kratom as well as ethical business practices in the industry and as a whole. His presentation tackled the evolving landscape of U.S. kratom policy, the dangers of outright prohibitions/bans, and the critical role of responsible industry leadership. 

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Best Kratom Legality: World Health Organization Against Kratom Review
The initial reports from the World Health Organization (“WHO”) Executive Committee on Drug Dependency indicate that “there is insufficient evidence to recommend a critical review of kratom.” This is a huge win for the kratom community in the fight against scheduling this amazing botanical. 
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