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 global e-cigarette and vape market is projected to experience rapid growth, surging from an estimated $27.75 billion in 2024 to $67.11 billion by 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.3%. This expansion is largely driven by a growing consumer preference for safer alternatives to traditional smoking, increased health awareness, and continuous […]
Indonesia’s Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) has officially expanded its supervisory authority to include addictive substances like vaping products or e-cigarettes, through the issuance of BPOM Regulation (PerBPOM) Number 19 of 2025. This new rule, which amends previous regulations, was promulgated by the Ministry of Law on July 3, 2025.
The Gibraltar government is advancing with draft legislation that would prohibit anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, from ever legally purchasing tobacco products, including vapes. Following a public consultation period that drew around 30 responses, the proposal will now be taken to the Cabinet for a final decision on whether to proceed with […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization to 20 of Philip Morris International’s (PMI) ZYN brand nicotine pouch products, a landmark decision that solidifies the brand’s position as the leader in the rapidly growing smokeless nicotine market. The authorization, which covers various flavors including Wintergreen and the unflavored “Chill” in both […]
New excise tax regulations that took effect in Poland on August 1st have introduced what experts are calling an absurd “double taxation” on vaping products, a move they warn is already fueling a significant expansion of the illicit market. The legislation extends excise duty not only to e-liquids but also to reusable vaping devices and […]
The Fumot Tornado 25000 is the latest release from the popular Fumot brand, and it arrives with a host of ambitious features aimed at blending high performance with user engagement. Boasting up to 25,000 puffs, a large smart display, three distinct vaping modes, and even an interactive game, this device aims to be more than […]
A new law banning the sale of certain disposable vapes is set to take effect in Texas on September 1st, leaving many local business owners concerned about their future. Texas Senate Bill 2024 enacts a sweeping prohibition on a wide range of vape products, primarily targeting those manufactured in or marketed from China, as well […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines has ordered all e-commerce and other digital platforms to immediately remove postings of illegal and uncertified vape products. The DTI identified that certain online merchants were selling vaporized nicotine and non-nicotine products that lack the required fiscal markings, tax stamps, and Philippine Standard License marks.
Portugal has publicly challenged the European Commission’s proposed revision of the Tobacco Excise Directive (TED), joining a growing coalition of member states concerned about its far-reaching consequences. The Portuguese Ministry of Finance warns that the directive, which aims to harmonize taxes across the bloc, could fuel illicit trade, cause annual revenue losses of up to […]
The Vision for Accelerated Sustainable Development (VAST-Ghana), a civil society organization, has called on the Ghanaian government to strengthen the enforcement of laws regulating tobacco, alcohol, and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and to close existing regulatory loopholes. In a statement marking International Youth Day, the organization urged the implementation of higher, earmarked taxes on these products […]