Author: Jake Miller
Jake Miller
Digital Content Creator & Vape Industry Analyst Jake Miller is a prominent voice in the American vaping community, known for his transparent, tech-focused approach to harm reduction and hardware innovation. With over six years of experience in the industry, Tyler transitioned from a hobbyist to a full-time content creator, building a loyal following through his unfiltered reviews and deep-dive technical tutorials.
Fines for vaping in the workplace in Russia could increase to 15,000 rubles by 2027, according to financial expert Dmitry Trepolsky. This forecast follows a proposal by Ekaterina Leshchinskaya, chair of the "Healthy Fatherland" movement, to Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, urging a tenfold increase in penalties for violating anti-tobacco laws at work. Trepolsky views this initiative as a logical extension of policies equating electronic nicotine delivery systems with traditional cigarettes, aiming to close regulatory "gray zones" in offices. While the adoption of such amendments is considered highly likely in 2026, practical implementation is not expected until 2027. A key challenge…
Belgium's Federal Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke is pushing for a comprehensive ban on all e-cigarette flavors except tobacco, aiming to present the proposal to the government swiftly. "We must protect our children and prevent a new generation from becoming addicted to smoking," Vandenbroucke declared, criticizing the industry for using attractive flavors like bubble gum and popcorn to entice youth. The minister's stance is supported by a recent Superior Health Council report and aligns with long-standing legislative efforts by MP Els Van Hoof. Recent data from Sciensano reveals a alarming trend: daily e-cigarette use among 15-24 year-olds has increased tenfold from…
A new survey of over 30,000 Year 10 students in New Zealand indicates a significant decline in teen vaping, suggesting the trend has passed its peak. According to the latest data from Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), the number of teenagers vaping regularly (at least once a month) has halved since reaching a high of 20.2% in 2021. Daily vaping rates have also dropped to 7.1%, down from 10.1% in 2022. ASH chairperson Emeritus Professor Robert Beaglehole noted, "Vaping is not as cool as it used to be," attributing the decline partly to regulations banning sales to under-18s implemented…
Uzbekistan has implemented a comprehensive ban on electronic cigarettes and other nicotine delivery systems, following amendments signed into law by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. These new regulations are incorporated into the law "On Limiting the Distribution and Consumption of Alcohol and Tobacco Products." Violating this ban now carries criminal liability. Offenders face severe penalties, including fines of up to 500 base units (approximately 1.4 million rubles), corrective labor, or imprisonment for up to five years. This marks one of the strictest anti-vaping measures in the post-Soviet region, signaling the government's firm resolve to eradicate vape use. However, the legislation includes a…
The Perm region is set to become the first in Russia to implement a comprehensive ban on the sale of vapes and heated tobacco systems (like IQOS and glo). The regional Legislative Assembly has approved the bill in its second reading, pending the governor's signature. The ban, scheduled to take effect on March 1, 2026, covers all electronic devices for nicotine or non-nicotine aerosol generation, including their components, in physical retail outlets. This move significantly expands existing restrictions; since 2024, Perm had already prohibited vape sales in pavilions and vending machines. Violations will incur fines ranging from 15,000 to 20,000…
In the UK Government's Autumn Budget 2025, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed a significant reversal on proposed landfill tax reforms, alongside new measures to enforce vape regulations and updates on plastic packaging taxes. The Treasury has decided not to proceed with plans to converge the standard and lower rates of landfill tax, a move that had faced strong opposition from industry leaders. Originally, the government explored abolishing the lower rate to prevent waste misclassification, but the construction sector warned this would impose "crippling costs" and hinder housing development. Consequently, the two rates will remain, and the exemption for backfilling quarries is…
Seven major drug cartels in Mexico are now controlling and fiercely competing for the lucrative tobacco and vape smuggling market, generating estimated annual profits of between 15 and 20 billion pesos. This alarming finding comes from the report "Smoke, Vaping and Power" ("Humo, vapeo y poder") by the civil organization Defensorxs. The report details how powerful groups such as the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), the Sinaloa Cartel, and La Nueva Familia Michoacana have established sophisticated networks encompassing illegal manufacturing, clandestine importation, cargo theft, distribution, retail sales, and extortion. "Tobacco smuggling has ceased to be a minor business to become…
Mexico's Chamber of Deputies has fast-tracked a proposal by President Claudia Sheinbaum to implement an absolute ban on vapes and electronic cigarettes nationwide. The draft legislation, now with the Health Commission, highlights the significant health risks these products pose, particularly to young people, due to their chemical and metal content. The initiative proposes severe penalties for those involved in the manufacturing, importation, sale, or distribution of these devices. The proposed sanctions include: This proposal revives a constitutional reform originally championed by former President López Obrador, which had previously garnered congressional support.
The Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) is advocating for stronger regulations, including a potential nationwide ban on vape products, citing deceptive marketing practices that target minors. Health Secretary Ted Herbosa criticized vape companies for claiming their products are nicotine-free and safe, despite containing harmful chemicals. Herbosa highlighted that while the legal age for vaping is 18, marketing tactics featuring flavors and cartoons clearly appeal to youth. He noted observing students in uniform using vapes, stating, "Their real market is our youth." He suggested that if strict enforcement of existing laws fails, a "total ban" might be the easier solution to…
The Irish government has approved the Public Health (Single-Use Vapes) Bill 2025, effectively outlawing the sale of disposable e-cigarettes in the Republic. This decisive move aims to curb nicotine addiction among young people, with Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill stating her priority is "the protection of our children." The legislation defines a disposable vape as a non-rechargeable, non-refillable device that comes pre-filled and charged. This ban aligns the Republic with Northern Ireland, where a similar prohibition was enacted in April 2025, carrying penalties of up to two years in prison and fines up to £5,000. Beyond the vape ban, the…