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 Selangor state government is expected to announce its decision on whether to ban the sale of vapes and electronic cigarettes within days, according to Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari. The decision will follow the presentation of a policy paper by Health Executive Councilor Jamaliah Jamaluddin to the State Executive Council.
15 EU countries, including Germany & France, urge European Commission to update tobacco tax laws, impose vape levy & raise cigarette excise.
The vaping industry, a landscape of constant innovation and shifting consumer preferences, has witnessed a significant trend gaining momentum: the rise of nicotine-free vapes. As global consciousness tilts increasingly towards health and wellness, these products are emerging as an appealing option for a diverse audience. They promise the sensory experience and ritual of vaping – […]
FDA Admin. Makary’s comments on youth vaping clash with data & Trump’s pledge to “save vaping,” raising doubts about flavored e-cigarette policy.
Nearly one in five young people in Spain aged 14 to 18 (19.3%) are current smokers, with a significant portion also using e-cigarettes, according to new survey data from “Smoke-Free Week” presented by the Spanish Society of Family and Community Medicine (semFYC). The survey highlights a dramatic rise in vaping among this age group.
The upcoming UK ban on disposable vapes, set to take effect next month, could inadvertently push up to 200,000 current vapers back to smoking traditional cigarettes, a new report from the Future Health Research Centre warns. While the ban aims to protect the environment and address the alarming rise in youth vaping rates (from 0.8% […]
Kazakhstan’s Majilis (lower house of parliament) is set to review amendments to its criminal legislation that would introduce stricter penalties for offenses related to electronic cigarettes (vapes), including for their storage and delivery. This move comes after an official ban on the import, sale, and production of vapes was implemented in the country last year.
The head of the Russian State Duma Committee on Health Protection, Sergey Leonov, has asserted the necessity of a complete ban on the production of vaping devices within Russia. Speaking on “Radio Rossii,” Leonov stated that despite existing laws prohibiting the sale of vapes to minors, cases of children using e-cigarettes continue to be recorded. […]
Kyrgyzstan is set to enforce a comprehensive ban on the import, sale, and use of all vaping products (e-cigarettes) starting July 1st. The legislation, signed into law by President Sadyr Japarov in November 2024 after parliamentary revisions, introduces significant penalties for violations.
Updated May / 2025 Arkansas has emerged as a state with some of the most distinctive and stringent vaping regulations in the United States. If you’re a resident, retailer, or someone just curious about the rules, understanding the intricate web of laws governing e-cigarettes, vape pens, and other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is crucial. […]