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1. Cyprus joins southern EU nations in opposing proposed France-UK migration pact

Cyprus and four other southern European Union countries have voiced opposition to a proposed migration agreement between France and the United Kingdom, cautioning it could shift the burden of asylum claims onto them....

2. BrainRocket becomes a Donor of TechIsland

TechIsland is proud to announce that BrainRocket, a global company creating innovative end-to-end tech products, has joined as one of the association’s esteemed Donors....

3. SkyUp Airlines™: Celebration Event for the Launch of Flights Between Cyprus – Moldova, Romania, and Poland

A highly successful celebration event was held on June 12 at Larnaca International Airport by SkyUp Airlines™, marking the official launch of direct flights connecting Cyprus with Moldova, Romania and Poland. The event was a great success, gathering guests and media representatives....

4. Cypriots cruise into summer despite rising costs

Despite rising travel costs, Cypriots are going full steam ahead with their summer holiday plans, and this year, cruises are leading the way....

5. Cyprus ranks second in share of foreign tourists in Q1 2025

Cyprus had the second highest share of overnight stays by foreign tourists in the first quarter of 2025, according to monthly data on tourist accommodation published by Eurostat, the EU’s statistical agency....

6. Grigorios Kamperis, Nicholas Argyrou, George Louka and Elias Kokkinos to speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

This year’s Sustainable Development Conference will focus on supporting and strengthening Cyprus’s national strategy for the Green Transition....

7. Kidnapping attempts in France target families of crypto executives (video)

A terrifying pattern is emerging in France, where families of cryptocurrency executives are being targeted in violent and high-stakes abduction attempts....

8. Protest outside Presidential Palace against President’s visit to Israel

A protest outside the Presidential Palace on Friday afternoon called for President Nikos Christodoulides to cancel his planned trip to Israel, citing international legal concerns and the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. ...

9. Humanitarian ship bound for Gaza reportedly hit by Israeli drone strike in international waters (VIDEO)

A ship owned by a Cypriot company helped extinguish a fire on a vessel carrying humanitarian aid and activists that was reportedly struck by drones in international waters off Malta, a Cypriot rescue official said Friday....

10. Europe to tourists: Enough is enough!

If you’re planning a European getaway in 2025, expect more rules, higher fees, and fewer places to party. From Venice to Santorini, some of Europe’s most iconic destinations are saying “enough is enough” when it comes to mass tourism....

11. VAT challenges for Electronic Money Institutions

In the digital age, Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs) have become an integral part of the financial ecosystem, offering a range of services that facilitate digital transactions....

12. Emirates seeks cabin crew members in Cyprus

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is looking for candidates to join its multinational cabin crew team....

13. Exciting News: New Leadership Appointments at K. Treppides & Co Ltd

The Management of K. Treppides & Co Ltd is thrilled to announce the appointment of new leaders to our Board of Directors and Board of Management, effective from 1 March 2025. This highlights our commitment to fostering excellence and promoting talent from within our ranks....

14. Malta’s Eurovision entry sparks controversy over song title

Malta’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 has been thrown into turmoil after the EBU ruled that the singer must change the title and lyrics of her song, Kant....

15. Cyprus improves corruption ranking, but challenges remain

Cyprus has made progress in its fight against corruption, according to Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI)....

16. Women in Cyprus inch toward equality in science

The number of women working in science across the European Union has been on the rise....

17. Over 50 tonnes of humanitarian aid ready for Gaza from Limassol port

Over 50 tonnes of crucial humanitarian aid are now sitting at the port of Limassol, ready to be shipped to the people of Gaza. The aid, sent by the Order of Malta, is slated to head for Ashdod port in Israel, where it will be distributed to those in need....

18. Europe’s salary showdown

Curious about which European countries are paying the best?...

19. How the European Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act will transform Auditing and Financial Reporting and the crucial role of the external auditor

The European Union took a bold step in August 2024 by adopting the AI Act, a landmark regulation designed to ensure that Artificial Intelligence systems are safe, ethical, and transparent. ...

20. AI in Finance: Embrace the Future or Be Left Behind

Technology is changing how we do everything, and finance is no different. ...

21. Primary residence and the benefit of 5% reduced VAT rate

Nowadays having your own permanent residence is a must, however the cost for the acquisition or construction of a house/apartment has significantly increased in the last few years....

22. K. Treppides & Co Ltd Director George P. Nicolaou Honored with Young Dragon Awards Nomination

The nomination of George P. Nicolaou, director at K. Treppides & Co Ltd, for the prestigious Young Dragon Awards marks a significant milestone for both him and the company....

23. Appointment of Senior Manager in K. Treppides & Co Ltd

The Management of K. Treppides & Co Ltd is committed to develop leaders who derive from own people and who pursue excellence in the provision of high quality specialised and unique services. ...

24. At the Doorstep of MICA: What to Expect as Crypto Regulation Takes Shape

The European Union's (EU) regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and digital assets is envisioned to be shaped by the game changer, Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. ...

25. Nearly 30% of non-EU seniors in EU Report Health in ''bad'' or ''very bad'' condition

In 2023, a percentage of 28% of non-EU citizens living in the EU aged 65 years or over perceived themselves to be in bad or very bad state of health. ...

26. The New Era of Accounting Services: A Complete Solution for CFOs

Comprehensive Solutions for CFOs in the Modern Accounting Landscape, in the fast-paced business world of today, strategic financial management has become increasingly critical....

27. IMF raises Cyprus' growth forecast for 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Cyprus's economic growth in 2024 from 2.7% to 3.3%. This updated prediction comes from the IMF's October World Economic Outlook report released on Tuesday....

28. President Christodoulides addresses EU on Cyprus problem

President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides will brief European leaders on the latest developments in the Cyprus issue within the framework of the European Council in Brussels on Thursday....

29. Cyprus' infrastructure shines as MED9 Summit boosts tourism

30. Annual International Meeting of the Contact Committee

The Audit Office of the Republic of Cyprus is organizing the Annual Meeting of the Contact Committee, which it chairs, at the Cap. St. Georges Hotel & Resort in Paphos, on Wednesday and Thursday, October 16 and 17, 2024. ...