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.
If you’re a driver in Maryland who vapes or smokes, you’ve likely wondered about the specific rules of the road. Can you use your vape pen during your commute on the Baltimore Beltway? Is it legal to light up a cigarette while crossing the Bay Bridge? The answer is a nuanced one, shaped by a […]
California’s comprehensive ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products has successfully reduced both e-cigarette and traditional cigarette sales within the state without causing a significant surge in cross-border purchases in neighboring states, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health. This research, conducted by a team from the CDC Foundation, […]
Kenyan lobby group the Campaign for Safer Alternatives (CASA) has strongly condemned the new Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024 as it undergoes its second reading in Parliament, labeling the proposals “regressive” and a “potential death sentence” for millions of Kenyan smokers. CASA Chairman Joseph Magero argued that the bill ignores scientific evidence and would force […]
Retail sales of nicotine-containing products in Russia have surged, with the turnover for alternative products like vapes and e-cigarettes jumping by nearly 20% over the past year. Despite this growing demand, driven largely by youth popularity, the number of physical vape shops is rapidly declining due to regulatory uncertainty and the looming threat of a […]
A ban on flavored e-cigarettes and vape liquids, which took effect on January 1, 2025 in Latvia, has reportedly led to unintended negative consequences, including a surge in the illicit market and a significant state budget deficit. The law, which prohibited all vape flavors except tobacco, was intended to protect public health and limit youth […]
A growing body of evidence from Japan suggests that the introduction and widespread adoption of heated tobacco products (HTPs) have played a significant role in the country’s remarkable decline in traditional cigarette use. This trend is providing a compelling case study for tobacco harm reduction advocates worldwide.
Vaping products sold in UK convenience stores and other retail outlets will face stricter checks and higher prices starting in 2026, as part of a new HMRC crackdown on the industry. The government is introducing a new vaping duty and a mandatory tax stamp scheme to tighten control over the market.
A new bill has been introduced in Colombia’s Congress by Senator Norma Hurtado proposing a ban on the manufacturing, importation, commercialization, and distribution of single-use disposable vaping devices. The initiative aims to address the negative impacts of these products on both public health and the environment.
Smokers and vapers in New Jersey will now be paying more as tax increases on tobacco and nicotine products go into effect today, August 1st. The new rates are part of Governor Phil Murphy’s fiscal year 2026 budget recommendations.
The Kenyan government has instituted an immediate and comprehensive ban on the importation of all tobacco and nicotine-containing products, including cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and vaping items. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the move before the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation on July 30th.