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181. Nissan’s next-gen driver assist tech could ease daily commute in Cyprus

Ever been stuck in traffic on the Nicosia-Limassol highway, crawling along at a snail’s pace, wishing your car could just take over? By 2027, that might not be such a far-fetched dream....

182. Larnaca on the rise as new homes fuel real estate boom

Larnaca is quickly becoming one of Cyprus’ hottest property markets, with demand and prices for newly built homes climbing sharply in early 2025....

183. Freedom Holding Corp. reports 23% revenue growth for FY2025, driven by strong performance across brokerage and insurance segments

Freedom Holding Corp. (FRHC), a diversified financial services firm and the founder of Freedom24, has announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended 31 March 2025. ...

184. Swiss Central Bank slashes interest rates to 0% to fight soaring Franc and deflation

In a surprise move, Switzerland’s central bank has slashed interest rates to zero, aiming to counter falling prices and slow the rapid rise of the Swiss franc, which has been drawing heavy investment as a safe-haven currency during global economic uncertainty....

185. No place like home as Israelis flee uncertainty, sail back from Cyprus

More than 1,600 Israeli nationals boarded the Crown Iris cruise ship from the port of Limassol on Thursday in a large-scale repatriation effort aimed at getting citizens back home amid rising regional tensions....

186. The Catalytic Role of Legal and Regulatory Functions in the Modern Era of Sustainable Development

In the traditional business environment, legal and compliance professionals were seen as “gatekeepers.” Today, they are evolving into custodians of alignment and harmonization with legal and regulatory frameworks. ...

187. Bank of Cyprus sells €75M worth of Paphos property to Exness

The Bank of Cyprus has closed a major property deal with fintech firm Exness, selling land worth €75 million in Paphos, sources confirmed to Kathimerini Cyprus....

188. Cyprus scores a global win…then trips over its own diplomatic shoelaces

After the meeting with Biden, which, let’s be honest, wasn’t exactly a home run, we were treated to what’s being billed as another major political development, ...

189. PwC Cyprus organizes consecutive leadership events designed to equip family and small businesses with strategic insights and practical tools to foster growth.

PwC Cyprus, under the auspices of the Cyprus-UK Business Association and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), and with the support of the British High Commission,...

190. ECB poised for fall rate decision as growth, tariffs, and inflation weigh in

The European Central Bank will reassess its interest rate policy this fall, weighing whether additional cuts are necessary after a recent series of reductions brought its main rate to 2%, with inflation easing to 1.9%....

191. Drunk driver collides with motorcycle, allegedly threatens rider

Police are investigating a traffic collision between a car and a motorcycle that occurred Friday evening in the Deryneia area....

192. Cypriots brace for impact as fuel prices set to jump after Mideast strikes

Drivers in Cyprus may soon feel a serious pinch at the pump, as fuel prices are expected to rise significantly in the coming days following Israel’s military strike on Iran and the resulting spike in global oil prices....

193. Residential properties for sale by AstroBank

AstroBank has listed for sale luxury houses and other residential properties in Nicosia, Paphos, and Larnaca....

194. BoC eyes bigger role in your financial future

Beyond its moves into the insurance sector, Bank of Cyprus is actively exploring additional ways to increase the bank’s overall value. ...

195. Texas-based AI powerhouse Tenstorrent expands to Cyprus

One of the fastest-growing U.S. artificial intelligence companies is looking to set up shop in Cyprus, in a move that could boost the island's ambition to become a tech hub in the Eastern Mediterranean....

196. Wrong-way driver terrifies motorists on Limassol-Nicosia road (video)

A shocking case of reckless driving caused panic on the Limassol-Nicosia highway on Sunday, June 8, when a double-cab vehicle was caught on camera driving in the wrong direction....

197. Car stolen after being left running outside kiosk in Nicosia

Police in Nicosia are investigating the theft of a car that was left parked with the keys in the ignition, while authorities in Larnaca are probing a separate case involving the theft of cash and personal items from a parked vehicle....

198. IMF and EU to Cyprus: Cool it on the pay rises, you're not made of money

Cyprus may be riding high on economic growth, but the message from international watchdogs this week is blunt: slow down the spending, especially on public salaries, or risk unraveling the progress....

199. Say it isn’t so: The Trump–Elon bromance blows up online

Say it isn’t so--Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the political-tech power couple that once couldn’t stop praising each other, have officially entered the ugly-breakup phase. And they’re doing it the 2025 way: firing missiles on their own social media platforms....

200. May Newsletter of K. Treppides & Co Ltd – 30/05/2025

A new issue is out from the newsletter by K. Treppides & Co Ltd, a leader in financial advisory and consulting services with offices in three countries. ...

201. The firefighter who refused to stay silent

In one of the darkest chapters of modern Greek history, when flames engulfed the seaside town of Mati in July 2018, claiming 104 lives in a matter of hours, it wasn’t just the fire that left scars; it was the lack of response and accountability....

202. Man attacked with pipe and chain in roadside assault

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the violent assault of a 34-year-old man in Chloraka, police said Thursday....

203. 8 lambs euthanized after seizure near buffer zone

Eight lambs found in a truck stopped near the buffer zone were euthanized because their origin could not be verified, authorities said Tuesday....

204. Unemployment drops 9.6% in May compared to last year

The number of registered unemployed in Cyprus fell to 7,378 in May, a 9.6% drop compared to the same month last year, according to figures released Wednesday by the Statistical Service....

205. Heads-up, drivers: Key route to Larnaca Airport shut for roadworks

Planning a late-night drive to Larnaca Airport? You might want to rethink your route. Sections of the Larnaca–Famagusta and Nicosia–Larnaca motorways will be closed overnight from Wednesday evening, June 4, as road maintenance gets underway near the Rizoelia roundabout in Aradippou....

206. Buggy plunges off cliff in Akamas, injuring two tourists

Two foreign visitors were injured Tuesday afternoon when their buggy-style vehicle plunged into a 29-meter (95-foot) ravine in the Akamas area, police said....

207. Porsche hits the brakes on Taycan EV sales over fire risk

Porsche has temporarily pulled some of its Taycan electric cars from UK showrooms due to concerns about potential battery fires. The Taycan, a luxury EV that launched in 2019, has been hit with several recalls over the years, and now, safety worries are putting the brakes on sales again....

208. Deloitte Cyprus welcomes two new partners

Deloitte Cyprus is pleased to announce the growth of its leadership team with the appointment of two new partners, effective 1 June 2025....

209. Coral Energy (Shell Licensee) strengthens ties with its partners in the Cypriot market

210. Cyprus cruise season launches with 170,000 travelers expected in 2025

The Daleela ferry launched its first voyage of the 2025 Cyprus–Greece maritime season on Saturday, as officials announced a surge in cruise tourism and reaffirmed the country's ambitions to become a key player in the global cruise sector....