Cyprus 4.0

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Smart investing comes down to a few key principles that when linked to an individual’s financial goals ensures preparedness and peace of mind. With the rise of digitalisation and ...

Antony Barnett, Chief Executive Officer of Limassol-based Network Financial Services (NFS), is no stranger to the delicate balancing act of financial planning. With a career that spans years of experience, ...

Cyprus is paving the way for sustainable and forward-thinking investment strategies, as explored in this weekend’s Cyprus 4.0 supplement, free with the Sunday Mail. From ESG commitments and real estate ...

By Andreas Christofides The global shipping industry, including Cyprus, is navigating an ever-changing landscape marked by a variety of pressing challenges, from environmental regulations to digital transformation and security concerns. ...

In recent years, maritime studies have become an increasingly attractive option for young people around the world, drawn to the dynamic and vital role the maritime industry plays in the ...

The Cyprus Union of Shipowners (CUS) has taken a prominent role in recent years in promoting and strengthening the country’s shipping sector, according to union vice president Polys Hajioannou. ...

Artificial intelligence is everywhere these days. It has become a ubiquitous term – a pervasive part of our lives – transcending business, sports, the media, education, recreation, and everything in between.The ...

By John Ioannou ‘Where have all the seafarers gone?’ is a familiar lament heard in the crewing departments of ship management companies all around the world. The Baltic and International ...

The ongoing conflict in the Red Sea, marked by frequent Houthi rebel attacks, poses a grave threat to global shipping and international trade, according to the Cyprus Shipping Chamber. In ...

Have the Houthi attacks significantly affected the Cyprus shipping industry? What are the measures that have been taken in order to preserve freedom of navigation? In the Red Sea, freedom ...

Exploring the importance of financial education in navigating modern economic challenges Financial literacy is not a new concept, although it has only come into vogue in the last three decades ...

Education ministry’s new curriculum aims to make the next generation financially savvy Concerns about low financial literacy among Cypriots prompted the ministry of education to introduce a lesson about ...

Empowering youth through financial literacy: the key to personal and professional growth Marigeorgia Voskaridou is dedicated to fostering growth, firmly believing that every individual has the inner power to reach ...

How venture capital can help transform Cyprus’ startup landscape By Andreas Panayi Despite the progress and momentum Cyprus has built over the past few years, it’s undeniable that our ...

Balancing art and science in startup appraisal – insights from a veteran investment banker By Chris Droussiotis In one of the numerous conferences I attended in Cyprus, I engaged in an ...

From basic concepts to advanced strategies: the Freedom24 approach to investor education Olga Milko, the Business Development Director at Freedom24, spoke to the Cyprus Mail about the growing importance of ...

Investment trends revealed: Real estate leads, financial literacy lags A recent study by Freedom24 has shed light on the investment preferences of Cypriots, revealing a strong inclination towards real estate ...

Generation Z and Generation Alpha, the youngest and most tech-savvy cohorts, are reshaping the financial landscape. Gen Z, born between 1996 and 2010, has now surpassed Millennials as the majority generation globally. ...

By Elena Karkoti Surveys consistently highlight low levels of financial literacy across the EU and worldwide and CySEC’s own analysis confirms this. Given the importance of finance in today’...

Managing your finances isn’t just about tallying your income and expenses. It’s what will determine your financial future and ensure a comfortable living standard after retirement. However, evolving ...

By Petros Olympios, CFA Recent research shows that as family expenditures keep rising, incomes remain fixed or even shrink. At the same time, total household debt is increasing across globally, ...

In an interview with Cyprus Mail, Bank of Cyprus’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager Elli Ioannidou, highlights that “the Bank seeks to make a difference in Cypriot society and contribute ...

The global pandemic may be behind us but its effects are still being felt across a number of sectors. In finance, it highlighted the risks of DIY investing, with retail ...