Vape sellers targeting the young with devices that can play music, games
Vape sellers are using devices resembling phones, game consoles, and everyday items to attract young people in Singapore, despite ongoing crackdowns.Summary
Vape sellers in Singapore are increasingly employing sophisticated tactics to target young people, offering devices with Bluetooth connectivity, digital screens, and designs mimicking popular gadgets and everyday objects like phones and Game Boys. These “smart” vapes can even function as gaming machines or music players, and some sellers claim they allow users to control nicotine intake. Experts warn these devices combine addictive elements – nicotine, gaming, and flavors – in a way that is particularly appealing and habit-forming for youth. Despite stricter penalties implemented in September 2025 and ongoing efforts to remove online listings and block websites, vape sales continue through platforms like Telegram, often originating from overseas sources like Shenzhen, China, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and working with international partners to combat the issue, but the global nature of online sales and varying regulations pose significant challenges.
(Source：AsiaOne)
