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.
The UK vaping landscape has been fundamentally reshaped by the ban on disposable vapes, which took effect on June 1, 2025. As vapers seek compliant, sustainable, and satisfying alternatives, manufacturers have been innovating at a rapid pace. Stepping boldly into this new era is SKE, the brand behind the immensely popular Crystal Bar disposables. Their […]
The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is set to unveil a major shake-up of town planning laws this week, designed to give local communities greater control over their high streets. The new plans will empower residents and local councils to block the opening of new vaping and gambling shops, addressing concerns about the […]
The vaping world moves at a blistering pace, but every so often, a device emerges that genuinely captures the community’s attention. Lately, that device has been the Lost Mary NERA 30K Fullview. You’ve likely seen it mentioned on vape forums, featured in reviews, or puffed by friends. It presents itself as a revolutionary hybrid, blending […]
The Sea Bright Borough Council has adopted a new ordinance prohibiting the operation of tobacco establishments, vape shops, and the sale of THC products within the town’s boundaries. The measure, which took effect immediately upon its adoption on August 19th, aims to promote public health and safety by restricting businesses primarily associated with tobacco and […]
A recent column in The Telegraph by journalist Liz Hoggard suggests that the trend of smoking is returning “with new force,” both in cinema and in real life among celebrities and the general public. This observation is supported by a study published in March, which indicated that from 2020 to 2024, smoking rates in England […]
Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) chairperson Fayyaz Ismail has announced that a future MDP government would consider reversing the country’s ban on vaping and reducing the import duty on cigarettes, contingent on public support for such moves. Speaking at the opposition party’s National Assembly, Fayyaz pledged to “correct the mistakes” of the current administration if the […]
German customs authorities have dispatched plainclothes officers to conduct spot checks on e-cigarette booths at the InterTabac 2025 trade fair in Dortmund. The enforcement action specifically targets vape products that are missing the required tax stamps.
Malaysia’s plan to raise cigarette excise taxes to discourage smoking and boost revenue could backfire, warn policy experts. Without a significant crackdown on the existing black market and smarter regulation of alternatives like vapes, such a move risks fueling illicit trade and reducing overall tax collection.
Following the implementation of new restrictions on September 1st that effectively ban the sale of most vaping products in Wisconsin, a survey of readers reveals overwhelming opposition to the law. The new regulation, which creates a state-managed directory, prohibits the sale of any vape products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is launching a new pilot program that will ease the research burden on nicotine pouch manufacturers, according to internal meeting transcripts reviewed by Reuters. This move is the first clear indication of a softer regulatory approach towards smoking alternatives under the Trump administration, potentially speeding up market access […]