AI Ingredient Discovery Moves Mainstream among Top F&B Innovators
85% of new CPG products fail within two years. For the survivors, each six-month delay can erase 15-35% of a product’s net present value, while competitors capture market share that may never be recovered. Yet half of ingredient candidates still crash in late-stage feasibility—after months of bench work, procurement negotiations, and blown launch windows. The […]
Which Dairy Trends Are Worth Building For in 2026? These 5 Are Backed by Consumer and Patent Data
Bet on the wrong trend, and 18 months later, you’re explaining why it didn’t work in the boardroom, instead of celebrating product success. Kerry learned this the hard way. In March 2024, the company launched Smug Dairy, a hybrid line blending oats and traditional dairy to appeal to flexitarian consumers. Yet barely 18 months later, […]
What Replaces TiO₂ in Pharma? These Alternatives Match Industry Benchmarks
The European Commission has recently postponed the ban on TiO2 in medicinal products due to the lack of viable alternatives. This move highlights the overreliance on TiO2 and the need to transition away from it. According to EMA’s Article 57 database, over 91,000 medicinal products in the European Economic Area (EEA) contain TiO2. A global […]
These 2026 Cosmetic Trends Are Already in Your Competitor’s Pipelines. Is Yours Behind?
Spot a trend too late, and you lose a decade chasing your competitors. A 90-year-old beauty giant was slow to adapt to the rising trend of online shopping and social‑media marketing. Meanwhile, rivals like Kylie Cosmetics and Fenty Beauty captured the market, building direct‑to‑consumer channels and viral campaigns on Instagram and TikTok. This lack of […]
Beyond More Sensors: The software gap Automakers must achieve by 2029
Towards the end of 2020, Hyundai claimed that its AEB safety technology, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), is now standard on 96% of its car and SUV lineup. “We are proud to offer this life-saving technology on the vast majority of new Hyundai vehicles. It speaks to our organizational dedication to vehicle safety and the industry’s […]
Odorless and Sustainable Cooling Agents that Replace Menthol in Food and Medicines
Menthol is famously known for adding freshness to foods. But when used in excess, it numbs the mouth, carries a strong odor, tastes bitter or sharp, and can irritate the skin. It also tends to form clumps or crystals during mixing, leading to inconsistent cooling effects and uneven flavor intensity. As the demand for more […]
Saliva test kits to detect heart disease will hit the markets soon!
Traditional diagnostics wait for chronic diseases to cause enough damage to appear in lab tests, but AI can now predict them way before, just using your spit. Saliva contains more than 3,000 proteins and can reveal systemic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurological disorders. Health tech giants are now leveraging AI-driven analysis of […]
The Multi-Sensor CGMs That Tracks Patient’s Entire Health Profile
In May 2025, Dexcom issued a Class 1 recall for its G6, G7, ONE, and ONE+ receivers due to a speaker malfunction. The failure of the speaker to produce an alert for dangerously high or low blood sugar levels was identified as a critical patient safety issue. This problem led to the ~56 cases of […]
10 Innovation Trends Shaping the Food Tech Industry in 2026
Emerging food tech trends, such as alternative proteins, nutraceuticals, and other innovative technologies, offer viable solutions by making nutritious food more accessible and affordable. Alternative proteins, for instance, offer sustainable and less resource-intensive sources of nutrition compared to traditional livestock. Nutraceuticals enhance diet quality and prevent nutrient deficiencies, even in low-income settings. These advancements not […]
These Formaldehyde Alternatives Will Soon Power L’Oréal and P&G’s Product Lines
The 2027 deadline to remove formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing agents from cosmetics is forcing US brands to reformulate their products or risk losing trust in the market. Formaldehyde has been widely used in the industry for its cost-effectiveness and reliable results, particularly in keratin treatments that leave hair smooth and frizz-free. However, concerns about its toxic […]
China is making candies that will heal your teeth and sleep cycle
People aren’t just looking for sweet treats anymore – they want something that satisfies their cravings and offers a benefit, whether it’s extra protein, gut health support, or even stress relief. Julie Johnson, President of HealthFocus International A growing trend indicates that 75% of consumers are willing to pay more for confectionery products that offer […]
AEB Mandate 2029: How Automakers Can Balance Compliance, Costs, and Competitive Advantage
In Apr 2024, the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 127 issued a mandate to implement Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems on all new passenger vehicles by September 2029. This regulation, while presenting monumental challenges for automakers, also offers strategic opportunities for forward-thinking manufacturers. This article will discuss the new standards, market impact, technical […]
The Race for TiO₂-Free Cosmetic Formulations Is On, Here’s How You Can Stay Ahead
As the European Union restricts titanium dioxide (TiO₂) in food and continues to review tighter limits for its use in cosmetics, R&D teams face mounting pressure to find viable alternatives. Formulators are already scrambling to secure new, sustainable, and safe substitutes before supply chains become more restrictive and costs start to rise exponentially. The challenge […]
AI, Aroma, and the Green Revolution: Trends Shaping Tobacco in 2026
Sustainability trends in the tobacco industry are gaining attention. Swift advancements from filters that biodegrade within months to genetically optimized crops are transforming what’s possible in tobacco production. Additionally, innovations in flavor release for pre-rolled cones and improved hookah designs enhance the smoking experience. Heat-not-burn devices offer better heating and flavor delivery for a more […]
Why smart farming is suddenly on Sony and Fuji’s radar?
A farmer in western Victoria ploughed thousands of dollars’ worth of broccoli back into the field, suffering losses of around $40,000 to $50,000 per crop. The lack of soil moisture had made the broccoli too bitter to eat. “We’ve had crop after crop fail on us this year, especially over summer,” he said, echoing a […]
Precision Nutrition is Turning Your Toothpaste into a Multivitamin. Here’s How?
Personalizing a nutrition product to an individual’s genes, metabolism, and microbiome is scientifically complex, costly, and time-consuming. The process requires recording detailed genetic, nutritional, and lifestyle data for each person. Once collected, this data presents another challenge: analysis at scale. A single continuous glucose monitor can log thousands of readings per user every day, alongside […]