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Millennial and Gen Z Project

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Natassa Freiderickou: “It’s not enough to ‘inherit’ a role – you have to earn it”

The Chairwoman of the Frederick University Council is interviewed as part of IMH’s new initiative, the “Gen Z & Millennial Project”

07:00 - 11 November 2025

Real Estate

Ethan Volvovic on VOLCO’s five projects under development: ‘We’ve identified a growing demand in central Limassol for more affordable housing options’

The CEO & Founder also shares his view of the local real estate and investment scene and the thinking behind establishing a company in Cyprus

07:00 - 05 November 2025

Technology

Aristotelis Economides: "Whether AI is a threat or a benefit depends on how we choose to use it, like any other tool. The great thing is that we get to choose"

The Cypriot tech expert working on Gemini’s AI infrastructure at Google Deepmind shares his view about what people still misunderstand about AI

07:00 - 13 October 2025

People

Leonie Katsarona: Art as an alternative investment offers a unique set of advantages that can complement and enhance diversified portfolios

Gallery Manager at Washington Green & Castle Fine Art says digital alternatives have accelerated new avenues such as online art brokerage

07:00 - 06 September 2025

Technology

TechIsland hosts final networking event of 2025, highlighting the evolving role of the tech sector in Cyprus’ economy (pics)

The event, TechIsland Connect #12 powered by Snapchat, marked the close of a productive year for the island’s fast-growing tech and innovation ecosystem

11:19 - 15 December 2025

AI offers a unique opportunity for Cyprus' tourism, Innovation Deputy Minister says

Nicodemos Damianou was speaking at a conference on Artificial Intelligence as a driver of growth in tourism

08:12 - 12 December 2025

Calls and instant messaging are the most popular internet activities in Cyprus

According to the results of the survey, more than nine out of ten individuals in Cyprus use the internet at least once a week

07:02 - 12 December 2025

Parsectix hosts AWS Re:Invent 2025 Re:Cap in Nicosia, bringing global cloud innovation directly to Cyprus

The session featured Nikiforos Botis, Sr. Solutions Architect – Public Sector at Amazon Web Services (AWS), who travelled directly from Las Vegas to Nicosia

07:39 - 11 December 2025

People

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Have your say! Public voting is now open for the 2nd CBN Young Dragon Awards

The public can cast their vote and shape the final result of this prestigious new institution

07:03 - 13 December 2025

The recipients of the 12th KEBE Business Leader Awards – The business leaders distinguished for their achievements

The ceremony was held in Nicosia in the presence of the elite of the local business world

07:56 - 12 December 2025

George Pamboridis: From the cost of living to energy, politics must respond to real problems

The former government minister and now candidate for Disy unveils his vision for the economy and business

11:10 - 11 December 2025

Olivier Jankovec: Cyprus had amongst the three top fastest recoveries from covid in terms of air connectivity – “Cyprus is actually outperforming” (video)

ACI EUROPE’s Director General on the organisation’s Connectivity Report, trends in the aviation industry and Cyprus’ airport concession

07:00 - 11 December 2025

Economy

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Budget implementation at 31% in first seven months

Treasury says over the last decade up to the end of July, the average budget implementation rate stood at 27%

07:51 - 29 August 2025

Cyprus ready to work for more substantive Energy Union, Minister tells EU Council

Energy Minister Michalis Damianos also said, "it is vital to reduce energy prices for our citizens"

13:40 - 15 December 2025

Viraj Kulkarni presents the outcome of the recent India–Cyprus Conclave in Cyprus

The Honorary Consul of the Republic of Cyprus in Mumbai, said the meetings were “a milestone in international business relations”

10:24 - 15 December 2025

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Cyprus’ Ambassador to Egypt meets with country’s petroleum minister

Eng. Karim Badawi and Polly Ioannou discussed bilateral ties and more

09:35 - 15 December 2025

Labour Minister says he is prioritising addressing labour force shortages

Marinos Moushiouttas said he is being informed where there were gaps and whether these can be filled by EU or third-country nationals

07:59 - 15 December 2025

UAE–Cyprus trade up nearly 40% in 9 months, says UAE Trade Minister in Nicosia

UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi addressed a business roundtable alongside Cyprus’ Minister of Energy Michael Damianos

07:53 - 15 December 2025

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UAE proposes roadmap to highlight Cyprus as an energy hub, government sources say

President of the UAE, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's visit to the Republic of Cyprus on Sunday was preceded by intensive contacts

07:42 - 15 December 2025

Cyprus looks to PPPs for infrastructure, tourism and energy growth, experts suggest

Four government ministers were part of a panel discussion at the Unlocking Investment Through PPPs summit in Nicosia

07:04 - 15 December 2025

Financial Services

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Slight decrease in deposit rates, small rise in loan rates in October

According to CBC data, the average interest rate for eurozone residents purchasing a house in euros increased to 3.08% in October 2025

08:09 - 15 December 2025

CBC maintains the countercyclical buffer rate for banks at 1.5%

The decision is in accordance with the provisions of the Macroprudential Oversight of Institutions Laws of 2015 to 2022

08:02 - 15 December 2025

Bank of Cyprus named 'Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Cyprus' by Global Finance

Global Finance magazine is headquartered in New York with offices worldwide and readers in 188 countries, territories, and regions

09:48 - 11 December 2025

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Eurobank assumes role of Principal Employer in multi-employer MAP Fund

Move reaffirms bank's confidence in the Cypriot economy and its growth prospects

10:51 - 10 December 2025

Real Estate

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Building permits down 4.3% in January-August 2025 y-o-y

However, according to CyStat, the total value of these permits increased by 12.3% and the total area by 16.1%

16:16 - 15 December 2025

Αlina Novitskaya: "Cyprus profoundly influences who we are. It fuels our creativity, shapes our values, and brings together a multicultural team with different backgrounds and perspectives"

The Head of Marketing Communications talks about the 'Faces of bbf:' a campaign celebrating the people behind the company's purpose

07:00 - 14 December 2025

A first glimpse of The Landmark Nicosia (pics & video)

A media breakfast recently provided the perfect opportunity to view the capital city's new hotel and all it has to offer

07:02 - 13 December 2025

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What the Interior Ministry's proposed solution for housing workers entails

All the information on the Scheme for the Construction of Collective Accommodation Units

10:29 - 12 December 2025

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Top Payroll Outsourcing Solutions and Software

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19:12 - 31 July 2025

Accounting, Audit and Tax Advisory Firms in Cyprus

19:16 - 31 July 2025

Christodoulides meets with Macron in Paris to sign Cyprus-France partnership agreement (pics)

Mike Bradshaw: Nicosia has proven to be far more than just FML’s European centre – it has become a key driver of the company’s ongoing success

UAE proposes roadmap to highlight Cyprus as an energy hub, government sources say

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Building permits down 4.3% in January-August 2025 y-o-y

Christodoulides meets with Macron in Paris to sign Cyprus-France partnership agreement (pics)

Cyprus ready to work for more substantive Energy Union, Minister tells EU Council

TechIsland hosts final networking event of 2025, highlighting the evolving role of the tech sector in Cyprus’ economy (pics)

InterMaritime Shipmanagement and ARI Simulation partner up to modernse crew training

Viraj Kulkarni presents the outcome of the recent India–Cyprus Conclave in Cyprus

Cyprus’ Ambassador to Egypt meets with country’s petroleum minister

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Building permits down 4.3% in January-August 2025 y-o-y

Cyprus ready to work for more substantive Energy Union, Minister tells EU Council

TechIsland hosts final networking event of 2025, highlighting the evolving role of the tech sector in Cyprus’ economy (pics)

Viraj Kulkarni presents the outcome of the recent India–Cyprus Conclave in Cyprus

InterMaritime Shipmanagement and ARI Simulation partner up to modernse crew training

UAE–Cyprus trade up nearly 40% in 9 months, says UAE Trade Minister in Nicosia

Opinion

Cyprus Tax Reform: Is the island risking its biggest economic success?

Ashishkumar Chauhan: The collaboration between NSEIX and the CSE symbolises India’s growing financial maturity and its increasing integration with global capital markets

Over-compliance is quietly undermining the Rule of Law

Beyond the algorithm: Finding the human pulse of financial marketing

Sandeep Khosla on the partnership in progress strengthening India-Cyprus relations

Philippou Law Firm: A Leading Integrated Legal and Tax Practice in Cyprus

Millennial and Gen Z Project

Natassa Freiderickou: “It’s not enough to ‘inherit’ a role – you have to earn it”

Ethan Volvovic on VOLCO’s five projects under development: ‘We’ve identified a growing demand in central Limassol for more affordable housing options’

Aristotelis Economides: "Whether AI is a threat or a benefit depends on how we choose to use it, like any other tool. The great thing is that we get to choose"

Leonie Katsarona: Art as an alternative investment offers a unique set of advantages that can complement and enhance diversified portfolios

Companies

InterMaritime Shipmanagement and ARI Simulation partner up to modernse crew training

Petrolina blood donation gives the gift of life

Twenty Cyprus-based shipping companies receive AMVER award

Mike Bradshaw: Nicosia has proven to be far more than just FML’s European centre – it has become a key driver of the company’s ongoing success

Technology

TechIsland hosts final networking event of 2025, highlighting the evolving role of the tech sector in Cyprus’ economy (pics)

AI offers a unique opportunity for Cyprus' tourism, Innovation Deputy Minister says

Calls and instant messaging are the most popular internet activities in Cyprus

Parsectix hosts AWS Re:Invent 2025 Re:Cap in Nicosia, bringing global cloud innovation directly to Cyprus

People

Have your say! Public voting is now open for the 2nd CBN Young Dragon Awards

The recipients of the 12th KEBE Business Leader Awards – The business leaders distinguished for their achievements

George Pamboridis: From the cost of living to energy, politics must respond to real problems

Olivier Jankovec: Cyprus had amongst the three top fastest recoveries from covid in terms of air connectivity – “Cyprus is actually outperforming” (video)

Economy

Budget implementation at 31% in first seven months

Cyprus ready to work for more substantive Energy Union, Minister tells EU Council

Viraj Kulkarni presents the outcome of the recent India–Cyprus Conclave in Cyprus

Cyprus’ Ambassador to Egypt meets with country’s petroleum minister

Labour Minister says he is prioritising addressing labour force shortages

UAE–Cyprus trade up nearly 40% in 9 months, says UAE Trade Minister in Nicosia

UAE proposes roadmap to highlight Cyprus as an energy hub, government sources say

Cyprus looks to PPPs for infrastructure, tourism and energy growth, experts suggest

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Slight decrease in deposit rates, small rise in loan rates in October

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Real Estate

Building permits down 4.3% in January-August 2025 y-o-y

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