Cyprus born AI assistant aims to support real estate professionals

Cyprus born AI assistant aims to support real estate professionals

A new AI-powered assistant called Placy has been launched in Cyprus, aiming to transform the real estate sector, according to an announcement released on Thursday. The announcement noted that this tool aims to simplify the traditionally complex property market, offering increased efficiency and insight for both professionals and clients. “Cyprus presents a unique opportunity for … Read more

RIF drives innovation forward at Reflect Festival

RIF drives innovation forward at Reflect Festival

The Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) supports startups and scaleups that have introduced innovative products and services, secured funding from business angels and venture capital firms, and expanded their reach internationally.

No, we don’t need a company tax cut to fuel manufacturing funding

No, we don't need a company tax cut to fuel manufacturing funding

The text discusses the debate surrounding company tax cuts in Australia, with Industry Minister Ed Husic suggesting that corporate tax reform or investment allowances for manufacturing capital should be considered. However, the text highlights that recent data shows a rise in investment in Australia, particularly in data centres, infrastructure, and energy, driven by the services sector. This surge in investment contradicts the narrative that company tax cuts are necessary to encourage business investment.

Treasury boss ‘quite comfortable’ with company tax rate – Michael West

Treasury boss 'quite comfortable' with company tax rate - Michael West

– Treasury secretary Steven Kennedy defended Australia’s company tax rate as appropriate and supportive of a sustainable federal budget.
– Australia’s tax system is not considered uncompetitive compared to global standards.
– Large companies in Australia are subject to a federal tax rate of 30%, while small or medium businesses face a 25% rate.
– The limited supply of new dwellings is making houses unaffordable for households.
– The pandemic has contributed to sluggish construction in the housing market.
– Supply chain bottlenecks and inflated costs of materials and financing are compounding existing structural issues in the housing market.

Transforming marketing with AI , — ‘Be seen, be bold’

Transforming marketing with AI , — ‘Be seen, be bold’

Fact: The digital advertising industry, supported by AI, is projected to generate €175 billion annually by 2032.

Top EU data regulator says tech giants working closely on AI compliance

Top EU data regulator says tech giants working closely on AI compliance

The world’s leading internet firms are engaging extensively with regulators in the European Union to ensure their artificial-intelligence products comply with data protection rules.

Is social media the be-all and end-all of marketing?

Is social media the be-all and end-all of marketing?

Marketing professionals should look beyond social media and create a comprehensive strategy that integrates various touchpoints to deliver a unified customer experience.

Aristotle in the age of AI: When data breeds inequality

Aristotle in the age of AI: When data breeds inequality

Fact: Aristotle observed “There is nothing more unequal than the equal treatment of unequal things.”

OpenAI sets up safety committee as it starts training new model

OpenAI sets up safety committee as it starts training new model

OpenAI has formed a Safety and Security Committee led by CEO Sam Altman, directors Bret Taylor, Adam D’Angelo, and Nicole Seligman. Former Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever and Jan Leike, leaders of OpenAI’s Superalignment team, left the firm. The committee will make recommendations on safety and security decisions for OpenAI’s projects and operations, evaluating and developing safety practices over the next 90 days.

France looks to elusive EU capital market to fix start-up funding

France looks to elusive EU capital market to fix start-up funding

France is banking on a new push to integrate the European Union’s fragmented capital markets to give them the scale needed to wean its flourishing startup sector off of dominant US venture capital.