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1. India’s business titans set up shop in Cyprus, opening door to EU expansion

Cyprus is emerging as a key gateway for Indian companies seeking access to European and Middle Eastern markets, with the arrival of two major conglomerates, Thomas Cook India and LTIMindtree, signaling a new phase of economic cooperation....

2. Cultivating success stories of innovation: Deloitte’s exclusive event celebrating tech start-ups

Deloitte has long championed and supported innovation and entrepreneurship, spearheading various initiatives throughout the region....

3. Timur Turlov at New York Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit: ''Cyprus is our European gateway to global markets''

Freedom Holding Corp. is driven by a mission to build bridges between regions and make global markets more accessible — an ambition powered by innovation and modern technologies, including artificial intelligence. ...

4. PwC Cyprus sponsors the Reflect Festival 2025 - the Premier Tech & Entrepreneurship Event Connecting Europe, Africa, and the Middle East

PwC Cyprus once again took center stage at Reflect Festival 2025, held on 15-16 May in Limassol, reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation and leadership in the business world....

5. i-Con 2025: Cyprus’ hottest tech and marketing event returns to Limassol

One of Cyprus’ most buzzed-about business events is back and bigger than ever. The Island Conference (i-Con) returns for its third edition on 29–30 May 2025, transforming the City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol into a hub of global innovation, marketing, and digital opportunity....

6. Eurobank | Limassol welcomed the 1st India-Greece-Cyprus Business Forum

7. The quiet city turning into Cyprus’ new investment hotspot

A new skyline is rising in Larnaca, complete with modern high-rises and upscale mixed-use developments....

8. €14 million in unpaid VAT? Gone.

Tensions ran high at the House Audit Committee on Thursday after MPs discovered that ''Blue Ocean,'' a Cyprus-based company linked to Abramovich, was dissolved in 2024 without settling a €14 million VAT bill, a debt that’s been on the books since at least 2010....

9. Indian giants Thomas Cook and LTIMindtree launch operations in Cyprus

Two major Indian companies, Thomas Cook India and LTIMindtree, are officially setting up operations in Nicosia, marking a significant step in strengthening business ties between Cyprus and India....

10. Cyprus meets Cambodia: A bridge to bold business ventures

For Cypriot entrepreneurs and companies, this is more than a passing opportunity; it’s a golden ticket into a vibrant, fast-growing market of over 600 million people....

11. New 15% tax hits Hellenic and other banks

Hellenic Bank has just become the poster child for how Cyprus’ new 15% minimum tax law is starting to shake up the financial sector — and it’s not just about tax bills....

12. Cyprus courts facing backlog of non-performing loan cases

There are currently 3,000 unresolved cases involving unpaid loans piling up in Cyprus' courts. These cases are being handled by judges based on the workload of each district court....

13. Greece targets ferry duopoly as costs soar and competition sinks

Greece’s Competition Commission has launched a full investigation into the coastal passenger ferry industry following evidence of price-fixing and market distortion among dominant operators....

14. Fuel tank sinks off Limassol coast

A floating fuel tank sank during towing operations off the coast of Amathus in Limassol, prompting a response from the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research....

15. George Pechlivanoglou, George Petrou, and George Tziortzis to Speak at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

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

16. The Republic of shrugged shoulders

''I don’t concern myself with what a 'Turkish' ambassador says,'' former President Nicos Anastasiades quipped, brushing off ex-U.S. Ambassador John Koenig’s reported remark that he considered him “a fraud.”...

17. Cyprus gets back on track with three stalled mega projects

After months of setbacks and stalled progress, three of Cyprus’ biggest public works projects are getting a fresh start. ...

18. AI adoption could boost global GDP by an additional 15 percentage points by 2035, as global economy is reshaped: PwC Research

New research published today by PwC reveals that AI has the potential to boost global economic output by up to 15 percentage points over the next decade. ...

19. Cypriots eye business opportunities, but fear of failure still looms

A growing number of Cypriots believe the island is ripe for starting a business—but fear of failure is still holding many back, according to the National Report on Entrepreneurship in Cyprus 2023/2024, released Tuesday by the Centre for Entrepreneurship at the University of Cyprus....

20. Banks extend protection for stranded property buyers until July 2025

Stranded property buyers have been given a fresh lifeline, as Cyprus’ banks have agreed to extend the freeze on property sales and repossessions until the end of July 2025....

21. Hotels race for private desalination plants as summer approaches

Large hotel groups across Cyprus are seriously looking into installing their own small desalination plants as a way to secure enough water during the island’s scorching, dry summers....

22. Cyprus foreign companies pledge 30% local workforce by 2027

Cyprus has seen undeniable growth in foreign companies, and the economic benefits are clearly outweighing any potential downsides. ...

23. Deloitte announces Technology FAST 50 Middle East and Cyprus fourth edition rankings

Deloitte Middle East has released the results of the fourth edition of the Middle East Technology Fast 50, recognising the fastest-growing technology companies across Cyprus and the Middle East....

24. FDA to phase out artificial food dyes, approve natural alternatives

In a sweeping move to address growing concerns over synthetic food additives, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday it will phase out petroleum-based food dyes from the national food supply by the end of 2026. ...

25. 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....

26. From Silicon Valley to Cyprus, tech titans eye the island for their next big move

Cyprus is making bold moves on the global investment stage, with recent diplomatic and business outreach campaigns targeting major players in the U.S. and India. ...

27. Why the U.S.-China trade war matters to Cyprus and Europe

As the United States sharpens its rhetoric against China’s trade practices, reviving a tariff-heavy policy rooted in the Trump years, global markets are once again bracing for impact. ...

28. Amazon executives visit Cyprus amid tech talks

Senior Amazon executives arrived in Cyprus on Tuesday as part of follow-up talks stemming from a recent government delegation visit to Silicon Valley....

29. Cyprus makes its move in the age of AI

Ask any country today and chances are they’ll tell you they want to be a hub for technological development—especially in the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI)....

30. Turkish Cypriot developer barred from entering Dubai over property dispute allegations

A prominent Turkish Cypriot property developer was denied entry into Dubai over allegations tied to disputed real estate in Cyprus’ occupied north, according to local media reports....