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 European Union is reportedly considering a ban on filter cigarettes and e-cigarettes as part of a significant push to reduce tobacco use across the bloc. A draft resolution, prepared by the Council of the European Union, also weighs a potential ban on cigarette sales in shops, petrol stations, and kiosks.
Việt Nam is considering a sweeping ban on all investment and business activities related to electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco products as part of a major revision to its Investment Law. The proposal, aimed at protecting public health and controlling emerging addictive substances, was discussed at a session of the National Assembly Standing Committee on […]
In a significant development for the U.S. vaping industry, the manufacturers of the popular but unauthorized Elf Bar brand have agreed to a permanent injunction, ceasing the sale and shipment of all their flavored disposable vape products in California. This agreement is the culmination of a nearly two-year legal battle initiated by NJOY, LLC, the […]
The French government has proposed a new tax on vaping products (e-liquids) as part of its 2026 budget draft, a move that would make vaping more expensive for consumers. The proposed tax, presented by Minister Sébastien Lecornu, would be applied to the commonly sold 10-milliliter e-liquid bottles, which typically retail for between €5 and €7.
A new bill has been submitted in the Pakistani Senate aiming to prohibit the sale of e-cigarettes, vapes, and e-shisha to individuals under the age of 18. Tabled by Senator Sarmad Ali, the proposed legislation also calls for a ban on the use of these products in public places and seeks to impose restrictions on […]
South Korea is moving to close a new loophole in its tobacco laws as the industry reportedly shifts to “pseudo-nicotine” to evade an impending crackdown on synthetic nicotine. An amendment to the Tobacco Business Act, which redefines “tobacco” to include products made from synthetic nicotine (such as e-cigarette liquids), has recently passed the parliamentary Strategy […]
Germany’s Bundesrat (Federal Council), representing the country’s federal states, is once again urging for a national ban on single-use disposable e-cigarettes. In a formal statement, the council argues that these products pose a significant threat to the environment and the recycling industry. When improperly discarded in household waste, valuable raw materials like lithium are lost, […]
Health New Zealand (Health NZ) has issued a public Request for Quotation (RFQ) to procure e-cigarette devices and nicotine pods for its 29 government-funded smoking cessation services nationwide. The procurement, announced via New Zealand’s Government Electronic Tenders Service (GETS), is for a one-time distribution to support smokers in a three-month quit attempt.
For 2025, the Hyola Ultra 30K Prefilled Pod Kit has emerged as a significant contender, generating considerable buzz with its bold claims and innovative design. Offering an astounding 30,000 puffs, a clever auto-refill system, a powerful rechargeable battery, and a wide array of flavors, the Hyola 30K aims to bridge the gap between the simplicity […]
The UK Labour government has announced proposals to introduce a mandatory licensing system for retailers selling vapes, cigarettes, and other nicotine products. This move aims to close a significant legal loophole where currently any business can sell these items, a situation that ministers argue makes cheap, illicit products too easily accessible to children.