The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is taking a groundbreaking step in redefining tobacco control by officially endorsing the use of less harmful nicotine products as part of its public health strategy. As reported by The National, this shift reflects a global momentum toward harm reduction—prioritizing science-based alternatives that help adult smokers transition away from combustible…
The closing session of EVO NXT Milan 2025 brought together a remarkable group of experts from across the novel nicotine industry to discuss one of the most pressing questions facing the category: how can innovation thrive under increasing regulatory scrutiny? Moderated by Robert Burton (Plxsur), the session featured insights from Geir Hammer (Den Norske Snusfabrikken),…
Reflexiones desde EVO NXT Milán 2025 | Moderado por Mónica Andrade Durante EVO NXT 2025 en Milán, GINN organizó una mesa redonda pionera en español que reunió a voces clave del ámbito político, regulador y comercial para debatir sobre la evolución del mercado de las bolsas de nicotina en España. Moderado por la Country Manager…
During EVO NXT 2025 in Milan, GINN caught up with Michiel Carmel of Clew for a candid and inspiring conversation about the evolving nicotine pouch industry—and why collective action is more essential than ever. Reflecting on the energy and camaraderie of the previous evening’s GINN Aperitivo, Michiel noted, “I thought last night was an amazing…
At EVO NXT 2025 in Milan, a standout session hosted by GINN brought together leading experts to decode one of the most complex challenges in the nicotine pouch industry: navigating the U.S. regulatory landscape. The panel, moderated by Dr. Sydney Hiller of Sanova, featured Rachel Schmidt (ALINC Consulting), Dr. Jessica Zdinak (AraC Science), and Chris…
At EVO NXT Milan, GINN caught up with Jacobo Truan Aguirre, Partner at EPPA and a seasoned regulatory strategist, to discuss what’s at stake for the nicotine pouch industry as European policies evolve. Known for his pragmatic yet principled approach, Truan didn’t hold back in his call for responsible standards, proactive industry engagement, and clear…
The Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN) hosted a pivotal panel at EVO NXT Milan 2025, drawing together leading voices in regulation, public affairs, science, and consumer advocacy to tackle the complex interplay between innovation and regulation in the evolving nicotine landscape. The session, moderated by Wingle Group‘s Daria Votinova, featured industry experts Peter Beckett…
At a recent industry gathering, GINN sat down with Tautvydas Kviliunas, founder of Global Snus and the CAMO brand, to explore the evolution of nicotine pouches and the need for clearer communication across the category. Kviliunas, a leading voice in the European nicotine pouch space, shared his candid thoughts on consumer confusion, product formulation, responsible…
Insights from EVO NXT 2025, Milan The Global Institute for Novel Nicotine (GINN) hosted a powerful panel discussion at EVO NXT in Milan, bringing together experts from across science, compliance, and product development to address a crucial industry challenge: how to ensure quality and safety in novel nicotine products. Why a Code of Practice Matters…
Insights from Aron Byrne-Carter As the nicotine pouch category continues to expand, one key challenge remains front and center: helping consumers understand what they’re buying. In a recent conversation, Aron Byrne-Carter highlighted some of the biggest pain points facing both customers and retailers—and called for industry-wide action to make things clearer, simpler, and more consistent.…