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386 Firms, 30 Countries, 8 Million Traders: Inside EU's Investment Passport
2024-07-16T09:31:28.864+02:00
ESMA's report reveals Cyprus hosts 20% of EU cross-border investment firms.
However, when it comes to the number of clients, Germany leads the pack.
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CySEC Multimillion Fines on Bank of Cyprus Officials Overturned after 10 Years
2024-07-15T10:47:13.342+02:00
Cyprus court annuls 2014 fines imposed on Bank of Cyprus, citing a breach of impartiality in the original decision.
The ruling marks a turn in a long legal battle over the bank's investments in Greek gov bonds.
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Cyprus Business Office Shot Up in Motorcycle Drive-By Attack
2024-07-12T09:36:52.887+02:00
The building was shot at by two unidentified individuals on a motorcycle.
According to the police, approximately six shots were fired in total.
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Cyprus Targets Crypto and Non-Profit Organizations in Warning Against Terror Financing
2024-07-10T18:34:59.203+02:00
The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus emphasized transaction monitoring and KYC procedures in combating illicit financial flows.
The targeted areas include charitable and non-profit organizations operating in conflict zones or sanctioned jurisdictions.
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A Place in the Sun – Real Estate in Cyprus is Booming
2024-07-04T10:51:17.065+02:00
The surge is driven by foreign investment, favorable tax policies, and a growing economy.
The residential real estate market in Cyprus sees rising property prices and high demand.
The REALTYon Expo is running, bringing together stakeholders from across the industry.
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CPT Markets Expands European Presence with New Cyprus Office
2024-06-21T16:30:00.000+02:00
The broker currently operates with five regulatory licenses but none from the EU.
The Cyprus office started operations with 15 employees.
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iFX Expo International – Where the Great and Good of FX Came Together
2024-06-21T11:49:48.670+02:00
This year’s event was huge, with participants from all over the world.
Emerging nations and regions were strongly represented.
PSPs were everywhere and they were all talking FX … and crypto.
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Trading 212 Gains Crypto License in Cyprus
2024-06-18T12:51:11.871+02:00
The license allows the brand to offer crypto exchange and custodial services.
Trading 212 is yet to announce its plans around cryptocurrencies.
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Executive Moves
CySEC Appoints Panikkos Vakkou as New Vice-Chairman
2024-05-30T10:38:12.855+02:00
Simultaneously, Neophytos Lambertidis becomes a new member of the regulator's Board.
The move is taking place due to the current Vice-Chair transitioning to the Central Bank of Cyprus.
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Retail FX
Cyprus Fund Assets Rise 4.5% to €6.79B, Ending Two-Quarter Slide
2024-05-28T14:05:56.841+02:00
The island continues to gain traction, with 328 fund entities now reporting.
Equity funds saw the biggest jump in assets, rising 6.24% quarter-over-quarter.
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Freelancers and Contactors – Why Cypriot Firms Avoid Them
2024-04-29T07:10:30.814+02:00
Freelancers and specialists can add a great deal to your business.
However, many Cypriot firms avoid using them.
Why are they missing out?
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CySEC Bans Broker Directors for 2 Years
2024-04-10T11:20:29.250+02:00
Bugayenko and Dotsa are prohibited from exercising CIF’s management duties.
The regulator suspended the shareholder rights of Veles International's sole owner.
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Crisis to Confidence: Experts Chart Cyprus’s Path to Financial Resurgence
2024-03-27T13:10:13.333+02:00
The panelists of “The Financial Landscape” stressed understanding finances, citing cases of undisclosed investments causing sudden tax burdens.
They also discussed Cyprus's business environment, addressing reputation concerns and highlighting the importance of quality to attract investors.
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The Complete Guide to Mixing Business with Pleasure in the Mediterranean
2024-03-07T11:57:21.002+02:00
A guide for the financially fabulous.
Forge relationships, not just business contacts.
Learn the lingo, get stuck in.
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Digital Nomad - The Cyprus Odyssey
2024-03-05T17:24:13.654+02:00
Working on the beach on Aphrodite’s isle?
Cyprus is a great place to consider.
Just make sure that you've got a decent data plan.
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CySEC Alerts Investors about 10 Unauthorized Investment Websites
2024-02-22T17:33:09.865+02:00
The regulator has urged investors to check its website for licensed firms.
Among the flagged firms are apexfinancialtrading.com and bullmarketsllc.com, among others.
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The Expat Entrepreneur: Starting a Business in Cyprus
2024-02-13T10:27:47.526+02:00
The ups and downs of business in Cyprus.
All told by an expat who has set up on the island.
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FinTech
payabl. Secures EMI License in Cyprus, Paving the Way for European Expansion
2024-01-25T16:37:55.755+02:00
This license allows payabl. to expand its payment services across the European Economic Area.
Previously, payabl. held a Payment Institution license in the region.
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CySEC-Regulated TCR in €220 Million Money Laundering Storm
2023-12-28T20:02:09.155+02:00
The Cypriot firm TCR faces a French probe for suspicious transactions, according to Le Monde.
Also, local authorities are investigating TCR International's potential money laundering links.
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CryptoCurrency
Cypriot Agency Sees Rise in Suspicious Crypto Transactions
2023-12-11T10:13:00.471+02:00
The agency received 27 incidents of suspicious transaction reports last year.
It expects a rise in other fraudulent financial activities.
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Gold-i Enhances Cyprus Presence: Onboards Local Consulting Firm
2023-11-08T11:01:32.724+02:00
The consultancy will handle sales and support for Gold-i on the island.
It will report directly to Gold-i’s CCO.
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Cyprus Plans to Crackdown Unregulated Firms with Hefty Fines and Imprisonment
2023-10-11T12:02:14.408+02:00
CySEC will include a fine of up to €350,000 and imprisonment of up to five years.
Several other EU member states already have such rules.
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CySEC Finds Instagram Impersonator: Issues Public Warning
2023-10-10T13:34:10.135+02:00
The fake Instagram account has more than 14,100 followers.
It fraudulently offers dispute resolution services.
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CySEC Imposes Administrative Penalty on Ayers Alliance's Owner
2023-09-26T10:56:42.824+02:00
The regulator initiated an investigation against Ayers Alliance last month.
The company has now renounced its CIF license.
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Cyprus Regulator Officially Deregisters Local Binance Entity
2023-09-12T09:04:42.096+02:00
The exchange applied for the deregistration earlier this year.
It did not offer any services under the Cypriot crypto license.
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