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.
A new Texas state law, Senate Bill 2024, is set to take effect on September 1st, requiring smoke shop owners to pull many Chinese-made vape products from their shelves. The legislation is designed to align state regulations with federal guidelines and protect children from potentially harmful and enticing products.
The government of Punjab, Pakistan, has banned smoking and vaping in all parks and gardens across the province, declaring them “no-smoking zones” to provide a healthier environment for citizens. According to a new notification, the sale and use of all cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, and other tobacco products are now completely prohibited within these public spaces.
A new draft law, No. 13548, has been registered in Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada (parliament), proposing a complete ban on the production, importation, circulation, and sale of all electronic cigarettes, refill containers, and their liquids within the country. The bill’s authors describe the initiative as a necessary response to alarming trends in youth vaping and the […]
The number of legal manufacturers of vape liquids in Russia has plummeted by 23 times in just one year, dropping from 117 companies to only five, according to Vladislav Zaslavsky, a director at the Ministry of Industry and Trade. This dramatic decline follows a doubling of excise taxes on nicotine-containing liquids in 2024, a move […]
Vape shop owners in Tennessee are voicing confusion and concern over the phased implementation of a new state law regulating vapor products. The law, which began its rollout on July 1st with a new 10% tax, is intended to ensure only safe, legal products are sold, but retailers argue the process is “backwards” and creates […]
A coalition of Malaysian vape associations, including the Malaysian Vape Chamber of Commerce (MVCC) and the Malaysia Retail Electronic Cigarette Association (MRECA), has strongly opposed the government’s consideration of a nationwide ban on vape sales. They argue that such a move would be a flawed policy, harming adult consumers and legitimate businesses while inadvertently strengthening […]
If you’re a driver in Hawaii, whether a resident enjoying the island lifestyle or a visitor cruising the scenic highways, you’ve likely wondered about the specific rules of the road regarding smoking and vaping. Can you use your vape pen during your commute in Honolulu? Is it legal to light up a cigarette on the […]
The Australian federal government has refuted research findings from Roy Morgan that claimed smoking rates increased among young Australians following the ban on recreational vape sales in 2024. Federal Health Minister Mark Butler rejected the report, which asserted the legislation had “failed to reduce overall rates of smoking and vaping,” stating that government-led research shows […]
CEA Industries, a growth-oriented company with a focus on regulated consumer markets including the Canadian nicotine vape industry, saw its stock surge by a staggering 650% in Monday’s trading session. The dramatic rise followed the announcement of an oversubscribed $500 million private investment in public equity (PIPE) financing deal, positioning the company to establish the […]
People who vape at outdoor bus stops in the United Kingdom could soon face fines of up to £100 under a new law being discussed in Parliament. This proposal would grant transportation authorities new powers to penalize vaping in these specific public areas, with failure to pay promptly potentially increasing the fine to as much […]