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 the opposite is true.
Read moreCEA 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 world’s largest publicly traded BNB corporate treasury.
Read morePeople 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 as £1,000. The move comes shortly after the country’s ban on disposable vapes took effect in June and signals a potentially less welcoming environment for these tobacco harm reduction tools.
Read moreThe Spanish region of Galicia has implemented a strict ban on the sale and consumption of energy drinks and e-cigarettes for minors. Starting March 7th, violators face fines of up to €3,000 as the government equates these products to alcohol and tobacco to protect youth health.
Read moreNew excise tax regulations are set to take effect in Poland on August 1, 2025, significantly impacting the market for alternative nicotine products. The legislation, enacted on February 20, 2025, expands the list of products subject to excise duty, targeting categories that have previously been less expensive alternatives to traditional cigarettes.
Read moreThe Richmond City Council has approved a new ordinance imposing significant restrictions on where new vape shops can open, aiming to curb the rapid spread of these businesses and protect youth. The legislation bans new tobacco and hemp retailers, including vape shops, from opening within 1,000 feet of any residentially zoned district, K-12 school, park, public library, church, or child day center. It also requires a 1,000-foot separation from any existing vape shop.
Read moreThe era of smoking and vaping on Spanish beaches is drawing to a close, with nearly 800 coastal areas already designated as smoke-free zones. Now, the Spanish Society of Epidemiology is urging the Ministry of Health to go further and implement a nationwide ban covering the entire Spanish coastline without exception.
Read moreThe Malaysian Ministry of Health is considering a total ban on the sale and use of vapes and electronic cigarettes, according to Health Minister Dzukelfy Ahmad. Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, he stated that any such move would require careful planning, coordination with key agencies, and a thorough study of its potential impacts.
Read moreNew Laws to Introduce Jail Time, Hefty Fines, and Forced Shop Closures
The New South Wales (NSW) government is set to introduce some of the nation’s toughest laws to combat Sydney’s booming illicit cigarette and vape trade. The new legislation, to be introduced when parliament resumes next month, will include potential prison terms of up to seven years and massive fines for illegal tobacco sellers.
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