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1. Want to visit the U.S.? You might have to pay a $15,000 deposit first

Planning a vacation or business trip to the U.S.? You might want to check your bank account first....

2. Eurobank to hike dividends by over 50%

Eurobank has announced plans to increase its dividend payout by more than 50% next year, alongside a juicy interim dividend of €170 million, equivalent to 4.7 cents per share. The news comes despite a small dip in profits, showing the bank’s confidence in its growth path and expanding footprint....

3. Cyprus at a crossroads: Can the island become a regional business powerhouse?

In a candid and forward-looking interview, Invest Cyprus President Evgenios Evgeniou shares how the island is gaining traction as a regional investment hub but also warns that serious challenges must be tackled head-on if Cyprus wants to stay competitive....

4. Six freed on bail, one remains jailed in convicted felon-socialite case

The curtain is lifting on what prosecutors allege is a carefully orchestrated criminal ring, with trial proceedings for seven accused individuals set to begin at 9:00 a.m. on October 3, 2025....

5. Cyprus is being bought, and the state doesn’t seem to know or care

About a year ago, I met with the top state official responsible for land and property issues in Cyprus. I won’t name names. My intention isn’t to target anyone personally, but I will say this: I spoke to the person who should know the most about the growing number of real estate acquisitions by non-EU nationals....

6. Environmental Department: ''We don’t approve projects based on who applies''

A beachfront development in Larnaca has triggered a public row between environmental activists and government authorities, with the Department of Environment rejecting claims that the project’s approval was politically motivated....

7. Cyprus government posts €551M budget surplus in first five months of 2025

Cyprus continues to keep its public finances in check, reporting a general government surplus of €551.2 million for the first five months of 2025, slightly higher than the €542.6 million recorded during the same period last year. ...

8. Alpha Bank Cyprus to acquire Astrobank in €200 million deal

Alpha Bank Cyprus will acquire the entire operations of Astrobank, excluding €15 million in non-performing loans, in a deal set to be signed Friday, June 20....

9. 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. ...

10. 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....

11. Freedom24 hits 100K users in Greece, driven by digital-savvy investors

12. When public service becomes self-serving

In Periclean Athens, civic participation wasn’t just a right; it was a moral and political duty. Those who didn’t engage in public affairs were labeled idiotes, a term thought to carry a derogatory tone and which is often linked to the modern English words ''idiot'' and ''diocy.''...

13. 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....

14. Three deaths, one house, and a trail of questions

Something didn’t sit right. Three members of a wealthy family in Elliniko died one after the other, mother, daughter, and son, all within just 13 days. Now, Greece’s Homicide Squad is trying to unravel the eerie mystery that has left more questions than answers....

15. Momentum for green cities begins where the pavement ends

We are still thousands of tree plantings away from being able to say that urban greenery in our bleak concrete jungles is even remotely satisfactory, respectable, or capable of meeting the ever-growing demands of the climate crisis. ...

16. 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....

17. Giorgos Papanastasiou, Fanos Karantonis, Michalis Sophocleous at Green Agenda Cyprus Summit

The 2025 Green Agenda Cyprus Summit will take place on May 19, 2025, at the Hilton Nicosia, bringing together key leaders, policy makers, and industry experts in support of Cyprus' bold national vision for a greener future....

18. Luxury villas in occupied North selling for millions, but not for the locals

Ultra-luxury villas in the occupied areas of Cyprus are being snapped up for eye-watering prices, with some homes going for as much as £6 million (or over 300 million Turkish lira), particularly in sought-after locations like Kyrenia and Trikomo....

19. A bright future for Cyprus’ cruise industry

Cyprus’ cruise industry has been impacted by several events of the past few years. The Covid-19 pandemic was a significant setback, bringing operations to a near halt for extended periods. ...

20. Trump unveils $5M ‘Trump Card’ for citizenship. Is it right out of the Cyprus playbook?

In classic Trump fashion, the president made headlines yet again—this time mid-air aboard Air Force One—by unveiling a new “Trump Card” aimed at wealthy foreign investors....

21. Athlos Capital Wins ''Best Wealth Manager in Cyprus'' at Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025

Athlos Capital is proud to announce that it has been awarded ''Best Wealth Manager in Cyprus'' at the prestigious Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025, held on 27th of March in London....

22. Bank of Cyprus: Best Private Bank 2025 – Succeeds in Two More Important Awards from Euromoney

The Bank of Cyprus has received two important awards in 2025 that rank it as the best private bank in Cyprus at the Excellence Awards by the prestigious international magazine Euromoney. Both awards highlight the bank’s exceptional Private and Affluent banking services....

23. Bank of Cyprus awarded “Best Private Bank Cyprus 2025” by Global Banking & Finance Review

Bank of Cyprus has been awarded the prestigious title of ''Best Private Bank Cyprus 2025'' by Global Banking & Finance Review magazine, reaffirming its position as the country’s leading financial institution. ...

24. Greek companies eye Cypriot market for new business opportunities

Greek businesses are continuing to make their mark on Cyprus, with a growing number of companies looking to expand and partner with Cypriot firms....

25. Consulco Welcomes Christoforos Kittenis as Director at London Credit

Consulco is proud to announce the addition of Christoforos Kittenis to the team as Director at London Credit, the UK-based lender of the Consulco Group....

26. The Cypriot billionaires behind the island's rise as a global business hub

Cyprus has quietly become a magnet for some of the world's wealthiest individuals, transforming the island into a hub for global business and investment. ...

27. Global fintech investment falls to seven-year low of $95.6 billion in 2024, but uptick in Q4’24 is a sign of cautious optimism says KPMG’s Pulse of Fintech H2’24

2024 was another difficult year for fintech, with just $95.6 billion of investment globally across 4,639 deals....

28. Meritocracy, privilege, and the Cypriot dream: Reflections on the English School controversy

Children and adolescents in many parts of the world, including Cyprus, face real problems. Bombs rain down on Ukraine, poverty ravages Gaza, school shootings plague the USA, natural disasters devastate the poorest regions, and here in Cyprus, an entire family recently perished in a tragic house fire....

29. Cyprus tax reform: Bold overhaul aims to boost economy but sparks debate

Cyprus is preparing to implement its first major tax reform in over two decades, aiming to modernize the tax system, boost competitiveness, and align with international standards....

30. Cyprus tax reform: A win for families, a challenge for businesses

Cyprus is set to undergo its first major tax reform in over 20 years, with changes expected to align the system with the country’s evolving economic landscape....