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1. Cypriots rush to borrow as rates drop, but are banks repeating old mistakes?

As interest rates continue their downward trend, and with further cuts expected, borrowers are feeling more confident. This isn’t hearsay from bank insiders or coffee shop chatter; ...

2. King’s Gardens: A Prime Investment in the Heart of Nicosia

3. New ATMs reach remote corners of Cyprus

If you live in a village or remote area, getting access to cash just got a little easier....

4. Ramez Naam: Solar power is getting cheaper, and Cyprus is sitting on a goldmine

If there’s one thing Cyprus has plenty of, it’s sunshine. And according to clean energy expert and futurist Ramez Naam, that makes the island perfectly placed to thrive in the global shift to clean energy, as long as it invests in the right tech....

5. America wants Greece’s ports, and China out

A quiet tug-of-war is playing out in Greece, one that could reshape global trade routes and shift the balance of power in the Mediterranean....

6. New brand identity: CRIVIT on the way to becoming the strongest movement brand in Europe

The CRIVIT brand presents the launch of the first international omnichannel campaign, "FIND YOUR MOVE". The campaign brings the joy of movement to TV screens, social media, and Lidl stores in over 30 countries. ...

7. €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....

8. ECOMMVERSE by ECOMMBX – An Innovative Digital Platform for Financial Services

With the advancement of technology and growing demands for speed, flexibility, and tailored solutions, the need for new, alternative forms of financial services has become increasingly clear....

9. Cyprus borrowers are back as loan demand soars in 2025

Cyprus banks had a busy first quarter in 2025, handing out €1.24 billion in new loans, as falling interest rates sparked renewed interest in borrowing....

10. Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou faces backlash over Moscow visit

Phidias Panagiotou, a Cypriot Member of the European Parliament (MEP), is facing potential consequences for his trip to Moscow to celebrate Russia’s Victory Day, alongside a small group of European lawmakers, during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine....

11. Fix the roads, save lives

Just two days ago, new data was released on fatal road collisions by district, covering the year so far. Sadly, not a single silver lining can be drawn from the figures. ...

12. Cyprus beggars may not be what they seem

It’s something most of us see on a regular basis: people begging at traffic lights, outside supermarkets, or near busy squares. But what many don’t realize is that behind some of these outstretched hands, there may be something much darker going on....

13. Elderly man in Attica accidentally discards €20,000 in recycling bin

A remarkable incident unfolded in Attica when a 69-year-old man accidentally threw away €20,000 in a recycling bin....

14. Spate of overnight attacks in Limassol leaves two injured, delivery driver robbed

Limassol saw a troubling string of violent incidents overnight, with three separate attacks reported in less than four hours, leaving two men injured and a third, an on-duty delivery driver, robbed of his electric bike....

15. Cypriot banks on the rise as credit upgrades could mean cheaper loans for all

Cypriot banks are starting 2025 on a high note, collecting credit upgrades from major international rating agencies and setting the stage for wider economic benefits that could reach the average citizen....

16. Parents, caregivers could soon work less as Cyprus pushes for flexible hours in public sector

Working parents in Cyprus’ public sector may soon get the option to trim their daily hours by up to two, under a new government push to make work and family life easier to juggle. ...

17. Scammers hijack parking machines with fake QR codes

A new scam is making the rounds in Limassol, with fraudsters tricking unsuspecting drivers by slapping fake QR codes on parking ticket machines in municipal car parks....

18. Education Ministry slammed for millions spent and cut corners in dodgy deals

A deep dive by Cyprus’ Auditor General has uncovered a troubling pattern in how the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth has been handling public project contracts, and the red flags go back nearly a decade....

19. Emirates and AEGEAN enhance partnership to offer reciprocal loyalty benefits

Emirates Skywards members can now earn and redeem Miles on all flights operated by AEGEAN; and similarly, Miles+Bonus members can earn and redeem miles on all flights operated by Emirates....

20. Nicosia Mayor slams delay in flood works after streets turn to rivers

A brief but intense downpour over the weekend turned part of Engomi into a fast-moving river, raising fresh concerns over Cyprus’ readiness to handle extreme weather....

21. Lidl Cyprus celebrates 15 years with a 15% discount on all fresh pork and beef products

With 15 years of continuous growth and trust, the company continues to invest in competitive prices and strict quality standards for all consumers....

22. Ex-U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus, John Koenig: ''I was right about Anastasiades''

It’s not every day that a former U.S. ambassador publicly unloads on a head of state, but John Koenig, who served as the U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus from 2012 to 2015, has done just that....

23. Pensioner scammed out of €142K in online investment trap

A 77-year-old man in Cyprus has been left devastated after falling victim to a sophisticated online scam that cost him a staggering €142,000, police said on Friday....

24. 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....

25. Thousands ignore traffic camera fines despite extension

Most drivers caught by traffic cameras in Cyprus are still not paying their fines, despite repeated warnings and an extension that gave them extra time to settle the penalties....

26. Waitstaff say employers are pocketing their tips

Some restaurant and café workers in Cyprus are raising the alarm over a shady practice happening behind the scenes: tips meant for staff are being kept by employers or used to top up wages, according to complaints made to MPs....

27. Fairy tales about benefits and other wild stories

Certain catchy lies continue to circulate in our public discourse. Lies that, no matter what, simply refuse to die....

28. Revolut slapped with record fine over money laundering lapses

British fintech giant Revolut, one of the world’s most valuable start-ups, has been fined €3.5 million by Lithuania’s central bank for failing to properly monitor suspicious transactions and protect against money laundering....

29. Cyprus means business: Christodoulides wraps up high-stakes U.S. investment tour

Cyprus Means Business: Christodoulides Wraps Up High-Stakes U.S. Investment Tour Subtitle: ...

30. Cyprus woos Wall Street as bankers back presidential pitch in the U.S.

Cypriot bankers have expressed their satisfaction with President Christodoulides' recent visit to the United States, where he promoted Cyprus as an attractive destination for investment. ...