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1. WHO introduces SARAH

The World Health Organization (WHO) is venturing into the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) to disseminate health information worldwide through a human-like avatar....

2. Aptera's solar car prototype moves closer to completion

In a monumental stride towards realizing its vision, Aptera, the manufacturer of the highly anticipated solar-powered car, recently welcomed the arrival of its first production-grade body at its headquarters in San Diego....

3. WhatsApp's lowered age limit sparks controversy

Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has revised its minimum age requirement for the messaging app in Europe, lowering it to 13 from 16, a move that has drawn criticism from children's rights advocates....

4. AstroBank's record-breaking year: €30.4M in profits for 2023

AstroBank reported Profit After Tax of €30.4 million for 2023, representing a return on equity (RoE) of 13.9%, compared with €12.2 million and RoE of 6.2% for 2022, achieving an increase on profit of 150%, mainly due to increased interest income....

5. Cyprus showcases business potential at Japan forum

Cyprus Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister George Papanastasiou showcased Cyprus as a prime international business hub during the Cyprus-Japan Business Forum in Tokyo....

6. Deloitte reveals steady surge in Cyprus real estate transactions

Deloitte issued the Cyprus Real Estate Review, which presents an in-depth analysis of the real estate market in 2023....

7. Patsalides steps up as Central Bank Governor

President Nikos Christodoulides, exercising his constitutional powers, has decided to appoint Dr. Christodoulos Patsalides as the Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus....

8. Apple's plan for smart home robots unveiled

Apple is currently working on a venture into household robots, which might become the company's "next big thing" after the Vision Pro headset and having abandoned its decades-long effort to develop a self-driving electric automobile. ...

9. How Israel's AI system identified 37,000 Hamas targets in Gaza

During the recent conflict in Gaza, the Israeli military utilized an undisclosed AI-powered database, known as Lavender, to identify potential targets linked to Hamas. ...

10. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

11. Cyprus Investment Association unveils €8 billion in projects

Members of the Cyprus Association of Large Investment Projects unveiled ambitious plans Thursday, highlighting 18 to 20 projects valued at over €8 billion. ...

12. FT: Google explores charging for AI search enhancements

Google is contemplating charging for new "premium" features powered by generative artificial intelligence (AI) in its search business, marking a significant shift. The proposed revamp, aimed at its search engine, would be the first time the tech giant has put any of its core products behind a paywall....

13. Fortifying digital banks and battling cyber threats

The period we are going through raises serious concerns about the security of critical digital infrastructures. Among these, the most significant are those of banks, and in this direction...

14. Women driving the future: Alina Sauer's mission at BMW

In an era where women are increasingly making their mark in traditionally male-dominated fields, Alina Sauer stands out as a shining example of female leadership in the automotive technology sector...

15. AI voice cloning raises alarm as US and UK forge landmark AI safety pact

A new form of deepfake technology, known as voice cloning, has recently surfaced, raising concerns about its potential misuse. OpenAI, a prominent tech company,...

16. Trump's $175M bond halts NY fraud case collection

Former President Donald Trump has taken action in his New York civil fraud case, posting a $175 million bond on Monday. ...

17. America's airports finally win the restroom race

After a decade-long slump, American airports are celebrating a resurgence in restroom excellence....

18. Cyprus economy holds steady amid challenges

Canadian credit rating agency DBRS Ratings GmbH (Morningstar DBRS) has affirmed the Republic of Cyprus's long-term ratings, maintaining it at BBB (high) with a stable economic outlook. ...

19. Peek into February 2024's hottest real estate deals

Ask Wire, a company blending real estate expertise with technology, has compiled and published data on the 10 most expensive real estate transactions completed in February 2024 and the total value of the top 10 sales by province....

20. Guests rejoice as Airbnb puts an end to spy cameras

In a significant move applauded by privacy advocates, Airbnb has announced plans to prohibit the use of surveillance cameras in its rentals, effective April 30th. ...

21. US sanctions Cyprus-based entity for Russian sanctions evasion

The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on Monday against thirteen entities and two individuals, including one based in Cyprus, ...

22. US Justice Department sues Apple for its smartphone monopoly

The Justice Department has filed a wide-ranging antitrust lawsuit against tech giant Apple, alleging the company has established an illegal monopoly in the smartphone market,...

23. Brain chip enables paralyzed man to play chess with mind

Footage has emerged of Noland Arbaugh, a 29-year-old paraplegic, demonstrating the groundbreaking capabilities of Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip implant....

24. Cyprus offers €400K boost for SME's

The Commissioner for State Aid Control, Stella Michaelides, has announced her decision on a scheme aimed at supporting Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs)...

25. South Korea launches first self-sailing container ship

South Korea's strides in maritime technology are showcased with the development of a groundbreaking container ship capable of autonomous navigation, marking a significant leap forward in the industry, ...

26. Cyprus sees surge in electric vehicle interest, prompts policy review

Two months after the launch of Cyprus' electric vehicle subsidy program, public interest is surging, prompting officials to review policy measures....

27. HIV removed from cells, researchers find

In a groundbreaking development, scientists have utilized the Nobel Prize-winning Crispr gene-editing technology to eliminate HIV from infected cells....

28. Cyprus' defense industry poised for growth

In an interview conducted by Kathimerini reporter Andreas Karamitas, Dr. Tasos Kounoudis, President of the Cyprus Association of Research and Innovation Enterprises (CRAI), provided significant insights into the European Union's investment in the defense industry and its implications for Cyprus....

29. Another record year for Cablenet

For yet another year, Cablenet has achieved double-digit revenue growth. Specifically, in 2023, it reached €74.3 million compared to €63.9 million in 2022...

30. European Parliament approves landmark regulation on AI use

In a landmark decision, the European Parliament Plenary in Strasbourg voted today to approve a new regulation aimed at safeguarding fundamental rights, democracy, the rule of law,...