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SMBB: Montgomery County District Attorney Sues To Stop Vaping-Industry Giant Juul From Harming Minors And To Remediate Community Harm Already Caused

By Press release submission | Nov 7, 2019

In an unprecedented action, the Montgomery County District Attorney filed a civil complaint in the Court of Common Pleas against vaping industry giant JUUL, Inc. to hold the company responsible for its illegal, predatory business practices aimed at turning minors into addicts, it was jointly announced today by District Attorney Kevin R. Steele and special outside counsel Saltz, Mongeluzzi, Barrett & Bendesky, P.C. (SMBB).

AROMA BIT: Secures 350mn JPY in Series A Funding from Japan Tobacco and East Ventures

Announcements

By Princess Jade Barrenechea | Oct 28, 2019

Aroma Bit, Inc. (Representative Director & CEO: Shunichiro Kuroki, headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter "Aroma Bit"), a company which plans and develops compact odor imaging sensors and innovative services using these sensors, has undertaken an third-party allocation of new shares, up to 350 million yen in total, with Japan Tobacco Inc.

SWEDISH MATCH: FDA Designates General Snus as Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes

Tobacco Alternatives

By Press release submission | Oct 25, 2019

FDA Authorizes Company to State that Use of General Snus Instead of Cigarettes Puts Users at a Lower Risk of Mouth Cancer, Heart Disease, Lung Cancer, Stroke, Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

REED HUABO EXHIBITIONS: Great Success at 2019 China (Shenzhen) International Vape Expo

Announcements

By Press release submission | Oct 16, 2019

From August 29-31, 2019 China (Shenzhen) International Vape Expo, known as RHBVE, has been held by Reed Huabo Exhibition. During the three days, there were over 150 vape brands exhibiting at the show, attracting thousands of E-cig distributors, wholesalers, vape stores, traders, retailers, E-commerce, Tobacco companies, gift company etc. from 23 countries or area over the world.

U.S. FDA: Statement on consumer warning to stop using THC vaping products amid ongoing investigation into lung illnesses

Reform

By Press release submission | Oct 7, 2019

Statement from Acting FDA Commissioner Ned Sharpless, M.D., on consumer warning to stop using THC vaping products amid ongoing investigation into lung illnesses

CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO-FREE KIDS: Tobacco-Free Kids Supports Gov. Brown's Call to Stop the Sale of All Flavored E-Cigarettes

Reform

By Press release submission | Oct 5, 2019

Statement of Matthew L. Myers, President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

SOUTHEAST ASIA TOBACCO CONTROL ALLIANCE: Malaysia: Batu Ferringhi to be declared Penang’s first no-smoking tourism zone

Announcements

By Press release submission | Oct 1, 2019

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CAMPAIGN FOR TOBACCO-FREE KIDS: Juul Is Big Tobacco - Today's Announcement Leaves No Doubt

Announcements

By Press release submission | Sep 25, 2019

Statement of Matthew L. Myers, President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

PYXUS INTERNATIONAL, INC.: Statement Regarding U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Announcement on Non-Tobacco Flavored E-cigarette Products

Announcements

By Press release submission | Sep 17, 2019

"As manufacturers and marketers of e-liquids, an adult-use product, our subsidiaries and affiliates recognize the unique responsibility in bringing nicotine products to market and are committed to responsible marketing practices.

BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO: Response to USA Food & Drug Administration Announcement Regarding Vaping Products

Announcements

By Press release submission | Sep 9, 2019

On 7th September 2019, the USA's Food & Drug Administration issued a statement in response to recent reports of respiratory illnesses following the use of vaping products.

PHILIP MORRIS INC.: Confirms Discussions with Altria Group, Inc. Regarding Potential All-Stock, Merger of Equals

Regulation

By Press release submission | Sep 2, 2019

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SOUTHEAST ASIA TOBACCO CONTROL ALLIANCE: Thailand: PM to keep e-cigs illegal

Announcements

By Press release submission | Aug 28, 2019

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has vowed to retain Thailand’s ban on e-cigarettes, insisting the new government will not yield to lobbying from an interest group that has been working hard to lift the prohibition.

TRUTH INITIATIVE: Meharry Medical College Students To Host Townhall About 7.5 Million Grant From E-Cigarette Company JUUL

Announcements

By Press release submission | Aug 22, 2019

Students, African American leaders and administrators will discuss the impact of tobacco industry targeting on the African American community

MOLL LAW GROUP: Chicago Law Firm Investigating the Makers of JUUL E-Cigarettes for allegedly targeting teens into addiction

Regulation

By Press release submission | Aug 15, 2019

A Chicago law firm stated today that it is investigating the makers of JUUL e-cigarettes. Moll Law Group has been contacted and is currently investigating claims of teen addiction and injuries associated with nicotine ingestion, including a recent warning by the federal Food & Drug Administration (FDA) of the association between seizures and e-cigarettes.

SOUTHEAST ASIA TOBACCO CONTROL ALLIANCE: Malaysia: Teens the target for vape products

Regulation

By Press release submission | Aug 8, 2019

Vape products in all shapes and sizes have been flooding the market, including those targeting schoolchildren.

SOUTHEAST ASIA TOBACCO CONTROL ALLIANCE: Philippines: DOF to propose higher taxes on e-cigs, vapes; juice flavors to be limited to two

Taxes

By Press release submission | Aug 1, 2019

The Department of Finance is proposing to raise taxes on electronic cigarettes and vapes to impose restriction for smokers on Thursday.

TURNING POINT BRANDS: Acquires Solace Technologies and Expands Nu-X Team

Tobacco Alternatives

By Press release submission | Jul 22, 2019

Opens Nu-X Headquarters in Southern California

U.S. FDA: Launches its first youth e-cigarette prevention TV ads, plans new educational resources as agency approaches one-year anniversary of public education campaign

Reform

By Press release submission | Jul 22, 2019

“The Real Cost” Youth E-Cigarette Prevention Campaign aims to reach nearly 10.7 million at-risk youth through TV, digital platforms, social media, in-school ads and posters nationwide