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Keve event educates businesses on cybersecurity issues

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Keve event educates businesses on cybersecurity issues

The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) and the Digital Security Authority (DSA) co-organized the second “Cyber Security Weekend” in Larnaca to raise awareness among businesses on cybersecurity issues. Executives from 10 companies attended the event, where they were informed about cybersecurity on a theoretical level and engaged in face-to-face meetings with specialized companies in the cybersecurity sector. The initiative was well-received, and there are plans to establish the Cyber Security Weekend as an annual event. Gartner research has identified cybersecurity as one of the most pressing issues for businesses in 2024, highlighting trends such as Generative AI, unsecure employee behavior, third-party risks, continuous threat exposure, boardroom communication gaps, and identity-first approaches to security.

Ferry service , ‘exceeded all expectations’

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Ferry service , ‘exceeded all expectations’

The ferry service to Greece from Cyprus has been very successful, exceeding expectations. The routes will depart solely from Limassol to Piraeus this year. The ferry offers cabins, airline seats, two coffee bars, lounges, a restaurant, and a casino. Ticket purchases will open on Wednesday. There are hopes of adding maritime connections to other neighboring countries in the future.

Are you among one in ten women suffering?

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Are you among one in ten women suffering?

Fact: Lipedema is characterized by the excessive buildup of fatty tissue in the legs and sometimes arms.

Cyprus Closed Chess Championship names winners

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Cyprus Closed Chess Championship names winners

Freedom24 supported the Cyprus Closed Chess Championship in Limassol, which ended on April 14. Konstantinos Michaelides won the men’s category, while Christianna Markidou won the women’s category. The top five men and women will represent Cyprus at the World Chess Olympiad in Budapest and the European Small Nations Chess Championship in Andorra.

Rural areas to receive fibreoptic internet

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Rural areas to receive fibreoptic internet

Fact: Rural areas across Cyprus are to receive “ultra-high-speed” fibreoptic internet networks as part of a government project to bridge the digital divide and provide equal access to gigabit connectivity for everyone by 2026.

Spanish airlines increase capacity as they expect record summer demand

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Spanish airlines increase capacity as they expect record summer demand

Spanish airlines are expecting a record summer season, adding 13% more seats compared to last year, with up to 758,000 flights scheduled from April to October. Despite inflation, consumer demand for leisure travel remains strong, especially to popular Spanish destinations like the Canary Islands and Andalusia. Only 0.2% of flights departing from Spain have Israel as a destination, minimizing the impact of the Middle East conflict on the airline industry. Airlines are prepared for potential oil price increases due to geopolitical tensions.

Geopolitics, Fed and Chinese GDP

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Geopolitics, Fed and Chinese GDP

Geopolitical tensions are causing caution among investors, with concerns about potential retaliation from Israel against Iran. The Nasdaq index fell below its 50-day SMA, indicating a possible sell-off. US economic data, including industrial production and Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech, are being closely watched. Oil prices are influenced by tensions in the Middle East, with the possibility of Brent crude reaching 0. Gold prices are anchored by inflation expectations and geopolitical tensions, with potential for further increases. China’s strong GDP growth is seen as positive for gold demand. Powell’s speech and potential oil price increases could impact inflation. Gold prices are expected to continue rising, potentially reaching ,500.

Dynamic showing by Petrolina at Limassol Marathon

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Dynamic showing by Petrolina at Limassol Marathon

Fact: The OPAP Limassol Marathon took place over April 13-14, 2024, with a record number of over 17,000 runners from Cyprus and abroad participating.

Two boats bearing over one hundred Syrians brought to port

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Two boats bearing over one hundred Syrians brought to port

A 16-year-old was arrested as the navigator of a boat carrying 73 Syrian migrants that arrived in Larnaca. Another boat with 37 irregular migrants was also intercepted off Cape Greco.