https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-at-the-heart-of-€300-million-global-fraud-bust
Cyprus played a surprising dual role in a major international cybercrime sting that exposed a global network behind one of the biggest online fraud schemes in recent years....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/online-job-scams-spreading-fast-and-cyprus-could-be-next
At first glance, the job offers looked legitimate, openings at major companies, “remote work” possibilities, and HR emails that seemed real. But behind the scenes were scammers using sophisticated tricks to steal money or personal information....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/massive-cybercrime-network-exposed-after-draining-hundreds-of-greek-bank-accounts
Authorities are unraveling what prosecutors call the nation’s most extensive cyberfraud operation, accused of siphoning funds from hundreds of online bank accounts through a sprawling network of coordinated scams....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/full-speed-ahead
Investigations. Findings. Suspicions abound, and the main players are top officials. The allegations? Acts of corruption....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-volunteer-commissioner-gets-3-years-in-prison-for-forgery
The long-running legal saga of former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis reached its conclusion on Wednesday, with the Nicosia District Court sentencing him to three years in prison for circulating forged official documents....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/57-year-old-arrested-over-property-fraud-and-forgery-case
A 57-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fraud investigation that includes allegations of property scams, forgery and the use of fake documents, police said Friday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-law-aims-to-ease-traffic-jams-caused-by-minor-accidents
Minor traffic accidents may soon cause fewer disruptions under a new law approved by Parliament last Thursday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/global-anti-trafficking-operation-identifies-1-194-victims-arrests-158-suspects
A sweeping international crackdown on human trafficking has resulted in the identification of 1,194 potential victims and the arrest of 158 suspects, INTERPOL announced Friday....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-i-do-to-i-declare-weddings-now-come-with-a-bank-form
Weddings in Cyprus come with dancing, food, and the all-important envelope. But now, it seems those envelopes might need more paperwork than your actual marriage license....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/till-fraud-do-us-part-woman-wanted-in-sham-marriage-cases-extradited-to-cyprus
A woman wanted in connection with a series of sham marriages linked to human trafficking was extradited from the United Kingdom to Cyprus early Tuesday, authorities said....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-breaks-silence-my-associates-were-not-drousiotis-sources
In an exclusive interview, former President Nikos Anastasiades opens up about his new book, 'The Sycophant', and the ongoing feud with journalist Makarios Drousiotis....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-volunteer-commissioner-admits-to-using-fake-diplomas-to-secure-job
Former Volunteer Commissioner Yiannis Giannakis admitted in court on Wednesday to using forged academic diplomas to secure his position....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/greek-trafficking-ring-repurposed-seized-boats-to-smuggle-migrants
Greek authorities have uncovered a human trafficking network that repurposed seized boats for smuggling migrants, exposing a shocking loophole in maritime enforcement....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspended-ex-commissioner-still-paid-thousands-while-awaiting-trial
By next June, former Volunteer Commissioner Giannakis Giannakis will have received a staggering €76,800 from the state—despite being suspended for allegedly forging his diploma and altering his final high school grades....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-auditing-or-auditing-ai-ensuring-accountability-and-trust
As artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used more and more in core business models in multiple sectors such as finance, healthcare, technology, and human resources, ensuring their transparency, fairness, integrity and reliability is paramount....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/45-year-old-suspect-in-fraud-case-held-in-british-bases-custody
A 45-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a criminal group that defrauded citizens in Cyprus has been placed in custody by a court in the British Sovereign Base Areas....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/alright-but-this-is-the-last-time-says-judge-in-yiannakis-case
The Criminal Court Judge granted a final adjournment for the hearing of former Commissioner of Volunteerism....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/bizarre-paramilitary-group-in-cyprus-under-investigation
A strange and alarming case has emerged in Cyprus, where authorities are investigating a shadowy group that claims to operate under its own legal and military codes, disregarding the authority of the state....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/mohamed-salem-case-acquitted-on-naturalisation-charges
The Supreme Court on Thursday acquitted most of the defendants in a case involving irregularities in the Cyprus Investment Programme (CIP) related to the naturalisation of investor Mohamed Salem and his family....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-bust-alleged-residence-permit-scam-in-cyprus
It started quietly, as most investigations do. Whispers of a network helping foreign domestic workers obtain fake residence permits reached the Crime Prevention Department (CPS)....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/stella-michaelidou-aids-ngo-president-arrested-in-alleged-€122k-fraud-case
Police have arrested Stella Michaelidou, the 66-year-old president of the Support Centre for People Living with HIV/AIDS (K.Y.F.A.A.), amid serious financial fraud charges....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/charity-president-arrested-in-€120-000-fraud-case
Police have arrested a 66-year-old woman, the president of an NGO supporting patients with a specific disease, over allegations of financial fraud exceeding €120,000. The arrest took place on the evening of Monday, December 9, following a court warrant....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-official-sued-over-fraud-allegations-and-damaging-audit-report
A legal battle has erupted in Cyprus, with the former Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities, Giannakis Papadouris, and V.V. Lampadistis Wineries Limited filing a lawsuit against Odysseus Michaelides....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/using-ai-to-steal-your-homes-from-under-your-nose
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the game for real estate scams, making it easier for criminals to pull off tricky schemes like deed theft....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/ft-china-slaps-pwc-with-$62-million-fine-and-six-month-ban
Chinese authorities have hit PwC China with a hefty fine of $62 million and a six-month ban following a major scandal involving the collapsed property developer Evergrande, according to the Financial Times. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/how-digital-wallets-could-simplify-life-in-cyprus
All modern states are required to develop their digital tools to better serve their citizens quickly and efficiently. ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/anastasiades-speaks-out-on-cyprus-solution-corruption-and-political-ties
In one of his most candid interviews to date, former President Nicos Anastasiades discussed the Cyprus problem and the talks held in Crans-Montana with Marina Economides in "K". ...
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/multiple-arrests-in-forged-university-diploma-scandal
A scandal involving fraudulent degrees has rocked occupied Cyprus, resulting in the arrest of several individuals, including TRT correspondent Sefa Karahasan, according to a report by the Diken news website....
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ai-powered-deepfake-identity-thefts-surge-3-000
Several months ago, a worker in Hong Kong unexpectedly conducted a transaction worth $25 million for her company, following instructions given......
https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-white-house-to-white-robes-trump-sells-bibles
Former President Donald Trump, in a bid to rally his supporters and address mounting legal expenses, has ventured into selling Bibles....
