With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
Sweden boasts the lowest tobacco-related mortality rate in Europe, despite having tobacco use rates similar to other countries, including the UK. This phenomenon, known as the Swedish Experience, can be attributed to the widespread use of snus, a smoke-free, moist, pasteurized tobacco product, instead of cigarettes. The story behind snus plays a crucial role in […]
The European nicotine market braces for significant changes as various EU member states prepare to implement updated excise tax regulations on nicotine products, including e-liquids, nicotine pouches, and heated tobacco products, in 2025. These adjustments will directly impact businesses, and manufacturers and stakeholders must understand how to navigate these changes to remain compliant and competitive.
A recent study published in the journal BMC Medicine1 by researchers at University College London sheds light on the growing trend of vaping among ex-smokers in England over the past decade. The study, which analyzed data from 2013 to 2024, found a significant increase in vaping prevalence, particularly among younger adults. This rise coincides with […]
The World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) staged a powerful protest at the European Parliament, delivering over 100,000 signatures calling for a radical change in the EU’s stance on vaping and harm reduction. The protest featured a banner and symbolic delivery boxes from all 27 EU member states, highlighting the pan-European scope of this consumer movement.
President Sadyr Japarov of the Kyrgyz Republic has signed a law amending several legislative acts to safeguard citizens’ health from the consequences of using electronic cigarettes with nicotine-containing liquids. The Jogorku Kenesh, the Kyrgyz Parliament, adopted the law on October 23, 2024.
Council member Julie Menin (D-Manhattan) will introduce a bill on Thursday that aims to ban the sale of all single-use e-cigarettes in New York City. Menin believes this move will help curb underage vaping, as disposable vapes have become the preferred choice for many young nicotine users.
Health and Wellbeing Slough, on behalf of the Slough Borough Council, has launched a free service to help teenagers quit vaping. The initiative comes amidst growing concerns about the unknown long-term effects of vaping on young people’s health.
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has launched an expanded version of its Selling Vapes Responsibly guide to help retailers navigate the upcoming ban on disposable vapes, set to take effect on June 1, 2025. The new guidance provides clear information on the features that vapes must have to remain legal for sale after the […]
As temperatures drop this winter, many drivers will keep their windows up and heating on. However, vapers may not realize that the vapor from their e-cigarettes could impair visibility, leading to a hefty fine.
President Andrzej Duda has signed an excise tax bill that will lead to significant increases in e-cigarette prices, affecting a growing number of Polish vapers.