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.
Juul Labs Inc. has been cleared of patent infringement allegations brought by Altria-owned NJOY in a recent decision by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC affirmed Administrative Law Judge Doris Johnson Hines’ January ruling, which found that Juul did not violate Section 337 of the Tariff Act by importing vaping products that Altria […]
Utah’s ban on flavored vapes and e-cigarette juice, currently tied up in court, will remain on the books after lawmakers failed to pass a repeal during a House floor debate on March 4, 2025. The ban, implemented in 2023, was blocked after the Utah Vapor Business Association won a restraining order.
The fight against harmful vape products is a global concern, and Arkansas is no exception. Last week, Representative Matt Duffield (R-Russellville) proposed a bill to ban disposable vapes entirely, citing the threat they pose to Arkansans, particularly the youth. However, on Tuesday, the focus shifted to targeting manufacturers rather than an outright ban during a […]
Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill that would prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine products throughout the state. The proposed legislation, Senate Bill 702, defines flavoring as any artificial or natural taste not solely attributed to tobacco, including menthol, mint, fruit, chocolate, candy, and similar flavors. The bill also seeks to ban the sale, distribution, […]
A group of Democratic lawmakers, led by U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoothi (D-IL-08), have introduced the End Tobacco Loopholes Act. This legislation seeks to close tax code loopholes for tobacco products, with the goal of reducing tobacco use and lowering healthcare spending in […]
The Swiss House of Representatives has taken a step towards partially banning tobacco advertising in print media. On Monday, the lower house of parliament endorsed restrictions on tobacco advertising, with some relaxations, after initially rejecting the initiative.
The Bangkok city government has announced a new, stringent initiative to crack down on the sale and use of vapes or e-cigarettes around schools. The aim is to achieve a 100 percent smoke-free and drug-free environment in and around schools throughout the Thai capital.
Tennessee legislators have introduced a bipartisan bill that would fundamentally transform the state’s vaping industry, sparking intense debate and forcing a one-week delay on the House committee vote originally scheduled for March 3rd.
In recent years, electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, have experienced rapid growth in Indonesia. As awareness of the health risks associated with traditional cigarettes increases, more smokers are turning to alternatives that are perceived as healthier, such as vapes and heated tobacco products.
Dutch Health Minister Vincent Karremans has strongly criticized the European Commission’s decision to delay legislation related to new nicotine products, labeling it as “harmful” in a letter addressed to EU Health Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi. The letter, seen by Euractiv, comes in response to the Commission’s exclusion of tobacco-related legislation from its 2025 work program.