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    Njoy takes aim at 34 companies in illicit vape products lawsuit

    The suit includes foreign and domestic retailers, distributors and manufacturers of disposable e-cigarette products that Njoy says are illegal in California.

    By Oct. 20, 2023
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    Juul fires hundreds of employees as tumultuous year continues

    This marks the e-cigarette company’s second major layoff since last November.

    By Aug. 24, 2023
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    Njoy hits back at Juul with patent infringement accusation

    The lawsuit comes a little over a month after Juul laid similar charges against competitor Njoy, which Altria acquired in June.

    By Aug. 23, 2023
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    Vaping won’t save c-stores from falling tobacco sales

    The e-cigarette industry is seeing sales drop as retailers work to comply with regulations. But there are still ways to boost the category, experts say.

    By Amanda Baltazar • Aug. 9, 2023
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    Retailers expect a boost for NJOY under Altria

    While some are concerned about both companies’ track records, most see the tobacco giant’s promotional savvy as a boon for the vaping brand. 

    By July 27, 2023
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    Juul submits next-generation vaping platform for FDA approval

    The device, already being used in the U.K., includes technology to limit underage access and the use of counterfeit pods.

    By July 20, 2023
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    Juul files infringement complaints against NJOY, Altria

    In its action with the U.S. International Trade Commission, Juul has requested NJOY’s Ace product be blocked from future importation and sales in the U.S.

    By July 7, 2023
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    7-Eleven, BP locations among those warned by FDA for selling unauthorized vapes

    The agency sent warning letters to 189 retailers for offering Elf Bar and Esco Bar brands in their stores.

    By June 23, 2023
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    7-Eleven adding new reduced-nicotine cigarettes in 3 states

    The VLN King and King menthol, with 95% less nicotine than traditional competitors, will be rolled out to 1,450 company-owned locations in Texas, Florida and California.

    By June 8, 2023
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    Altria names new NJOY CEO

    Shannon Leistra takes the reins of the e-cigarette startup as Altria completes the $2.75 billion acquisition.

    By June 1, 2023
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    FDA targets retailers as disposable vaping crackdown continues

    The agency warned 30 retailers and a distributor for selling unapproved Puff Bar and Hyde items — the first and third most popular brands for underage smokers, its survey said.

    By June 1, 2023
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    NATO executive director and founder to retire

    Thomas Briant will step down after leading the tobacco trade association for 23 years.

    By May 31, 2023
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    Altria to pay $235M in Juul-related settlement

    The agreement covers over 6,000 lawsuits, leaving about 58 cases outstanding for the tobacco company.

    By May 12, 2023
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    JUUL names new CFO, WSJ reports

    Vittal Kadapakkam was most recently chief strategy officer for the company, which has also named Rudy Lawrence as its new COO.

    By May 3, 2023
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    Juul to pay $462M in largest multistate settlement yet

    Beyond the payouts, the agreement requires Juul products to be kept behind the counter in retail stores, and the company must verify the age of people selling or promoting its products online.

    By April 13, 2023
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    Altria to buy NJOY for $2.75B

    The acquisition also includes further payments of between $125 million and $500 million if more of the startup’s e-cigarette products are approved by the FDA.

    By March 6, 2023
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    Altria considering NJOY e-cigarette acquisition, report says

    The deal could keep the tobacco company in the vaping space as its Juul investment dwindles and faces ongoing FDA scrutiny.

    By Feb. 28, 2023
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    Juul exploring potential deal with 3 major tobacco companies, WSJ reports

    The reported preliminary discussions come as the vape maker is dealing with thousands of lawsuits and as legacy cigarette giants wrestle with smoking declines.

    By Jan. 26, 2023
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    Maine is the latest state considering flavored tobacco legislation

    State Senator Jill Duson has submitted a bill proposing a ban on such products as legislators around the country take up measures in the absence of a ruling from the FDA.

    By Jan. 4, 2023
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    Juul settles another 5,000 lawsuits

    The multidistrict litigation covers more than 10,000 individuals and requires payouts to states and territories as well as changes to the company’s marketing.

    By Dec. 8, 2022
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    Jacksons to enter the cannabis segment next year

    Jacksons plans to work with Canadian company CordovaCann on the marijuana shops, starting in Washington, Oregon and Arizona in 2023.

    By Dec. 2, 2022
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    FDA issues more warnings over CBD. Should c-stores be concerned?

    The warnings target five companies selling CBD-infused products that the agency said may be mistaken for traditional food and beverage items and that, in some cases, are appealing to children.

    By Nov. 22, 2022
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    California votes to ban most flavored tobacco products

    Voters approved Proposition 31 this week, upholding a law that was signed in 2020 and making California the second state with such a ban.

    By Nov. 11, 2022
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    Juul planning another major layoff as it struggles to stay afloat

    This will be the e-cigarette maker’s fourth companywide layoff since 2019.

    By Nov. 11, 2022
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    What happened to CBD in c-stores?

    The pandemic and a hazy regulatory environment stymied the category just as it was taking off. But experts believe CBD can rebound in 2023 and beyond.

    By Nov. 8, 2022