Entries by Matthew Ma

Vaping E-cigarettes May Has Astounding Anti-aging Effect

Groundbreaking research conducted by the Advanced Technology Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Shenzhen reveals that nicotine has a tremendous anti-aging effect. The study shows that sustained intake of low-dose nicotine directly increases the level of NAD+, an anti-aging substance, thereby slowing down the aging process. The research highlights the beneficial effects […]

What’s the status of the e-cigarettes from tobacco giants?

As global regulatory measures for e-cigarettes continue to improve, more and more countries and regions are gradually including e-cigarettes in the category of tobacco products for management. Especially in the United States, the world’s largest e-cigarette consumer market, it was the first to classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products through the revision of relevant legislation, providing […]

Altria Exchanges 35% Ownership of Juul for Intellectual Property

The Altria Group has announced that it has given up its entire minority interest in JUUL Labs, exchanging it for a non-exclusive, irrevocable global license to the company’s heated tobacco intellectual property. Altria CEO Billy Gifford released a statement saying that the exchange makes sense because JUUL is facing significant regulatory and legal challenges and […]

FDA Proposes New Regulations for Vape Manufacturers

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to release proposed new regulations for tobacco product manufacturers, including e-cigarettes, in an effort to prevent the contamination of the products and to establish guidelines for their manufacture and packaging. The regulations will also work towards ensuring public safety and compliance with federal regulations. The proposed […]

Altria Plans to Acquire NJOY for $2.75 Billion

Altria plans to buy US e-cigarette company NJOY Holdings for at least $2.75bn, according to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal. The move would diversify Altria, which sells Marlboro cigarettes in the US and has struggled to create additional revenue streams as smoking rates decline globally due to severe health risks. NJOY’s e-cigarettes, some […]

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What is TPD and How Does it Affect Vaping in Europe

TPD, also know as Tobacco Products Directive. This directive was put in place by the European Union to limit the sale and promotion of tobacco and related products throughout the EU. Originally established in 2001,  and updated in 2014 to include e-cigarettes. So, whether you’re a smoker or vaper, the TPD is an important policy to […]

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Spain Vaping Laws – The Regulations on Vaping in Spain

Spain has developed a comprehensive set of laws and regulations to control the use, sale, and distribution of e-cigarettes and vaping related products, as vaping continues to gain popularity worldwide, including in Spain. This comprehensive guide aims to provide a clear understanding of the current vaping laws in Spain, ensuring that both travelers and residents […]