As the global vape market continues to evolve, we’re seeing a major shift in how people are using vape products. With disposable vapes facing bans in places like the EU, the industry is quickly moving toward pod-based, refillable systems. On top of that, there’s a growing demand for smarter devices that offer more than just […]

In late November 2024, British American Tobacco (BAT) officially launched its NOMAD SYNC 5000 synthetic nicotine vape in South Korea. This was a big deal because, under current South Korean laws, synthetic nicotine isn’t categorized as a tobacco product. This loophole allowed BAT to avoid tobacco taxes and other regulatory requirements that apply to traditional

2024 was a year of significant upheaval and change for the international tobacco industry, with key developments reshaping the global landscape. From skyrocketing interest in next-generation products (NGPs) to the continuous struggle with tobacco leaf shortages and mounting pressures from both consumers and governments, the tobacco giants found themselves navigating a turbulent environment. Add to

As the landscape surrounding vaping products continues to evolve, governments around the world have been racing to catch up with the growing industry, working toward effective regulation to protect both public health and national interests. The 2025 national tobacco conference in the U.S. stressed the importance of maintaining vigilant oversight of emerging tobacco-related products, including

Chile’s latest crack-down on tobacco products, especially vapes, marks a significant shift in the country’s approach to public health. On January 4th, 2024, the country’s Official Gazette published the revised Tobacco Law (Law No. 19419), which was updated under Law No. 21642. The new law takes aim at regulating all vaping products, regardless of whether

Vaping is not only a growing trend, it’s a growing problem—especially among teenagers. And in Singapore, authorities are stepping up their efforts to tackle the surge of youth vaping that’s sweeping through schools and social media. Recent statistics reveal alarming figures: nearly 25% of vaping-related cases in the country involve minors. With the numbers rising,

Vaping has become a hot topic over the past few years. With flashy ads, enticing flavors, and the promise of being a “safer” alternative to traditional cigarettes, it’s easy to see why so many people—especially teens—have jumped on the vape bandwagon. But what’s the real deal? Is vaping actually safer than smoking? Can it help

Over the past few years, the global tobacco industry has seen a massive shift. The old-school tobacco market—dominated by traditional cigarettes—has been challenged by the rapid rise of alternative products like Heat-Not-Burn (HNB) devices and vapes, quickly becoming the go-to choice for many smokers. These new products are shaking up the competition in the tobacco

Global Vape Trends and Regulation Shifts: What You Need to Know In recent weeks, major changes in vaping policies across the globe have been making waves. From new bans on disposable vapes in Europe to hefty fines in Russia for selling nicotine products to minors, the regulatory landscape is shifting fast. Here’s a deep dive

The vape industry has been quite a rollercoaster ride since 2021. Looking back at that era, it’s hard not to feel nostalgic. In 2021, RELX Technology (a leading player in the vape sector) alone hit a massive revenue of $12 billion, with the domestic retail market approaching $30 billion. At that time, both RELX and