Sudhanshu Patwardhan is a medical doctor, nicotine expert and health tech entrepreneur from India, based in the U.K. He works on projects around the world to reduce harm from tobacco, especially among the most disadvantaged tobacco user populations.

22nd Century Reportedly Losing Key Customer
The termination comes as it continues a financial restructuring that began in 2023, including reverse stock splits to maintain its Nasdaq listing.

Hawaii Bans Disposable Vapes
It will also require manufacturers of electronic smoking devices and e-liquids sold in Hawaii to provide documentation demonstrating FDA authorization.

Human Smuggling Case Should Make UK Consider Dutch Bibob Act: Opinion
Under the Dutch system, licensing authorities can assess applicants and associated individuals using public records and law enforcement information.

Suriname Lawmaker Says Illicits Make Up 75% of Cigarette Market
He said the government is losing more than $13.5 million in tax revenue due to illegal trade, with cigarettes entering the market through rampant smuggling.

FTC Warns Seven Vape Companies Making ‘Made in USA’ Claims
Under FTC rules, products advertised as “Made in the USA” must be “all or virtually all” manufactured domestically.

Argentina Updates Tobacco, Nicotine Health Warnings
The resolution gives manufacturers and importers 180 days to comply with the new requirements and aligns with Argentina’s existing nicotine product regulations.


