Chinese-made ‘smart vapes’ could be used to spy on Brits through their mobile phones, Labour MP warns
June 05, 2026 by thesun.co.uk
Chinese-made ‘smart vapes’ could be used to spy on Brits through their mobile phones, Labour MP warns
Chinese-made smart vapes could pose a security threat by potentially spying on Brits through their phones, warns Labour MP Graeme Downie. Concerns include data harvesting, tracking movements, and cyber attacks. US senators have also raised alarms about these devices, which feature Bluetooth and app connectivity. The Coalition on Secure Technology urges the UK to ban Chinese tech in vapes, citing risks of data exploitation by hostile actors. The group calls for government action to assess security risks of connected vaping devices and strengthen import checks. The NCSC advises caution with internet-connected devices and emphasizes the importance of strong cybersecurity measures.
24.40% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 288.3 million current smokers in China 46.40% of men are current smokers but only 1.90% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
