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 Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is intensifying its consumer protection efforts by moving to prohibit the manufacture, importation, distribution, and sale of open pod vape systems. These systems allow users to refill cartridges with uncertified e-liquids, which the DTI states may pose significant health and safety risks.
The Cambodian government has issued a new directive to strictly enforce its existing bans on e-cigarettes (vapes) and shisha pipes, aiming to protect public health, maintain social order, and specifically address the widespread use of these products among young people. The country first prohibited the import, sale, and use of shisha and e-cigarettes in 2014, […]
The Finance Committee of the French National Assembly has voted against the government’s proposal to introduce a new tax on vaping products, a measure included in the draft 2026 budget. The decision, made on Wednesday, October 22nd, came after a debate where several deputies emphasized the role of e-cigarettes as a less harmful alternative to […]
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has proposed new legislation to ban the sale of e-cigarettes and vaping products designed to look like everyday items such as pens, highlighters, USB drives, or cartoon characters. The proposed law aims to protect children by eliminating products that can be easily hidden from parents and educators.
Researchers in Indonesia are urging the government to establish more balanced regulations for e-cigarettes (vapes) and conventional tobacco products, particularly concerning pricing, promotions, and usage areas. Professor Candra Fajri Ananda, from the Center for Economic Policy Research (PPKE) at Brawijaya University’s Faculty of Economics and Business, highlighted that the current regulatory imbalance creates incentives for […]
Smokers in North East Lincolnshire looking to quit cigarettes can now access a free 12-week supply of vaping products through a newly launched service by the local council. The program aims to help residents “ditch the cigarettes” by providing a comprehensive support package that includes a free vape starter kit and e-liquids.
The Detroit City Council has approved a new ordinance prohibiting the use of all smokeless tobacco products, including chewing tobacco and nicotine pouches, within the city’s professional sports stadiums. The measure, which passed in a 7-2 vote and takes immediate effect, makes non-compliant use a misdemeanor offense punishable by a $100 fine, though offenders will […]
The Russian State Duma has approved in its first reading a bill that will prohibit the sale of all tobacco products and nicotine-containing products, including e-cigarettes (vapes) and hookahs, at public transport stops. The initiative aims to reduce the accessibility of nicotine products, particularly for young people.
Drivers in Mexico City who smoke or vape behind the wheel could face significant fines, even though no specific law explicitly prohibits the act. The legality hinges on interpretations of existing distracted driving laws and tobacco control regulations, leaving enforcement open to the discretion of traffic officers.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of nicotine products, a new category has surged into the mainstream, gaining considerable traction on social media and becoming particularly popular with young men in the U.S.: oral nicotine pouches (ONPs). Leading this boom is Zyn, a brand of small, teabag-like sachets that have become a financial boon for an industry grappling […]