CAPHRA calls on Malaysia to adopt risk-proportionate regulation for e-cigarettes, criticizing WHO for ignoring harm reduction and warning that a ban could lead to a black market and increased health risks.

Uzbekistan’s Senate has passed a law prohibiting the circulation of electronic nicotine delivery systems, including e-cigarettes and e-liquids, within the country. This ban covers production, storage, transportation, import, and export of these products.

Geekvape has recently introduced its new open-system e-cigarette, the Geekvape Digi Q Vista. The product features a 1,600mAh battery and a 3D curved screen similar to that of the Geek Bar Pulse X. The device is now available in the United States and France.

Brazilian military arrested for illegal e-cigarette sales in Curitiba, violating health regulations. Investigation ongoing to trace smuggling chain.

A UK petition opposing e-cigarette flavor bans has reached over 12,000 signatures, leading to a government promise for public consultation. Opponents say the ban would harm smoking cessation efforts and boost the black market. The government will assess the issue, aiming to balance youth protection and adult smoking support.

Co-op Wholesale, the UK's largest cooperative group, removed all single-use e-cigarettes from shelves on April 28, offering compliant alternatives at the same wholesale prices while expanding its nicotine pouch product line.

Indonesia to cap cigarette nicotine and tar by June 2025, with rules taking effect in June 2026 to cut youth smoking. Measures include banning single-cigarette sales, restricting sales and ads near schools, and enhancing health warnings on packaging.

Altria Reports Q1 Results: Net Revenue Falls to $5.259 Billion, Down 5.7% Year-over-Year; Net Income Plunges 49.4% to $1.077 Billion.

E-cigarette brand Sikary has launched Cloud Zero, a new disposable e-cigarette with a dual-tank design and 15ml (50mg) and 8ml (20mg) of e-liquid. It offers a "no-vapor" smoking experience in Vaporless mode.

60 Malaysian NGOs support Kelantan’s expanded e-cigarette controls, including banning sales licenses, boosting enforcement, rejecting sponsorships, and prohibiting ads.