Entries by Matthew Ma

Kazakhstan Considers Total Ban on Vaping Amid Youth Epidemic

Kazakhstan is considering legislation to completely prohibit the sale, import, export, and production of vapes, e-cigarettes, and associated vaping liquids and flavorings (announced on Saturday, July 29, on the website of the Respublica party.). This decisive proposed ban follows efforts by legislators and health advocates seeking to combat exponentially rising vaping rates among Kazakh youth. […]

The Spectacular Rise and Controversial Fall of Juul: A Detailed History

Vaping startup Juul revolutionized the e-cigarette industry with its trendy, high-nicotine devices that soon became wildly popular, especially among youth. But growing backlash and scrutiny over underage usage and marketing practices led to a whiplash-inducing downfall for the Silicon Valley darling. This saga provides salutary lessons on innovation disruption and blindspots that future founders would […]

Disposable Vapes Sold Yearly Could Stretch Across U.S. Twice

If all the disposable e-cigarettes purchased annually in America were laid end-to-end, they would extend over 7,000 miles – enough to traverse the perimeter of the continental U.S. over 7 times. This staggering projection highlights the mammoth waste impact of disposables’ meteoric rise.

Australia Cracks Down on Black Market Vape Sales Amid Youth Crisis

A recent raid on a Melbourne retailer saw over 25,000 illegal nicotine vapes confiscated, part of escalating crackdowns aimed at disrupting the black market catering to underage users. But public health experts argue tighter federal control over vape imports remains necessary to fully address the issue.

Philippines Plans to Halt E-cigarette Sales on E-commerce Platforms

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines is taking a decisive step to regulate the sale of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) products through e-commerce platforms. In an effort to ensure compliance with the relevant laws governing these products, the DTI is preparing to issue an instruction to platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, Facebook […]

Vape when Trip: Can You Vape on a Cruise Ship?

Picture this, you’re planning a grand family vacation on a luxurious cruise. You envision days of relaxation and evenings of fun-filled activities. But if you’re a vaper, one question might be looming in your mind: Can you vape on a cruise ship?