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.
New excise tax regulations are set to take effect in Poland on August 1, 2025, significantly impacting the market for alternative nicotine products. The legislation, enacted on February 20, 2025, expands the list of products subject to excise duty, targeting categories that have previously been less expensive alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
The Richmond City Council has approved a new ordinance imposing significant restrictions on where new vape shops can open, aiming to curb the rapid spread of these businesses and protect youth. The legislation bans new tobacco and hemp retailers, including vape shops, from opening within 1,000 feet of any residentially zoned district, K-12 school, park, […]
A controversial tax break for Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs) in New Zealand, primarily benefiting tobacco giant Philip Morris, has been extended for an additional two years, pushing a planned evaluation of its effectiveness to July 2027. The initial tax cut, which halved the excise duty on HTPs in July 2024, was introduced by NZ First […]
The era of smoking and vaping on Spanish beaches is drawing to a close, with nearly 800 coastal areas already designated as smoke-free zones. Now, the Spanish Society of Epidemiology is urging the Ministry of Health to go further and implement a nationwide ban covering the entire Spanish coastline without exception.
The landscape of nicotine consumption in the United States is undergoing a significant transformation, with fewer Americans smoking traditional cigarettes while the use of electronic cigarettes (vaping) continues to grow. This pivotal shift is detailed in the latest 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), a comprehensive annual report released by the Substance Abuse […]
If you’re a driver in Georgia who vapes or smokes, you’ve likely wondered about the specific rules of the road. Can you use your vape pen during your commute? Is it legal to light up a cigarette on the highway? The answer isn’t a simple yes or no; it’s a nuanced landscape shaped by state […]
German Review Finds Vaping and Pouches Are Easier on Gums Than Cigarettes, But Quitting Nicotine is Safest A new comprehensive review of 52 human studies has shed more light on the comparative oral health risks of modern nicotine products like e-cigarettes (vaping) and nicotine pouches versus traditional combustible cigarettes. The German research, which analyzed papers […]
The Bangladesh Ministry of Health is advancing a new bill to completely ban all safer nicotine products (SNPs), including vaping devices and oral alternatives. The move has drawn sharp criticism from regional public health advocates, who allege the policy is being driven by foreign-funded organizations and pushed through without public consultation under an interim government.
The Malaysian Ministry of Health is considering a total ban on the sale and use of vapes and electronic cigarettes, according to Health Minister Dzukelfy Ahmad. Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, he stated that any such move would require careful planning, coordination with key agencies, and a thorough study of its potential impacts.
Maine Governor Janet Mills has signed a bill into law (LD 166) that will prohibit pharmacies and retail establishments containing pharmacies from selling any tobacco products, a category that in Maine includes vaping products. The new prohibition is set to take effect on April 1, 2026.