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EU seeks to ban “forever chemicals” in consumer products
The European Commission’s new initiative to phase out “forever chemicals” from consumer products marks a significant shift in the European market, impacting industries across various sectors. Background “Forever chemicals”, formally known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl - Read More...
Ensuring GDPR compliance: managing vendor and third-party risks for companies in Cyprus
This article analyses the importance of continuous GDPR compliance through effective due diligence and robust contractual agreements.
NIS2 Directive: A new era in cybersecurity compliance
The NIS2 Directive (Directive (EU) 2022/2555) is a comprehensive cybersecurity regulation aimed at strengthening the resilience of critical infrastructure across the EU. It expands on the original NIS Directive, widening its scope, imposing stricter security - Read More...
New developments in European state aid for aviation and the impact on Cyprus
The European aviation sector is undergoing significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly concerning state aid provided to airlines and airport operators. Recent decision by the European Commission has brought to light the complexities that EU member states - Read More...
Introduction of the the EU AI Act
The EU’s new AI Act establishes a set of comprehensive rules for the regulation of AI, aiming to safeguard fundamental rights and ensure ethical AI use within Europe and beyond.
New EU rules and reporting requirements on Emissions Trading System in the Aviation sector
The new Aviation Emissions Amending Directive (2023) will introduce new rules and reporting requirements on the Emissions Trading System in the Aviation sector, with potential effects on airline operators that provide transport and logistics services - Read More...
EU Takes Major Step Towards Digitalising Justice Systems
The European Union has marked a significant advancement in its quest to digitalise justice systems with the adoption of Regulation (EU) 2023/2844 and Directive (EU) 2023/2843. These measures, ratified on December 13, 2023, aim to - Read More...
First Court Decision in Cyprus that has allowed Witness Testimony via videoconferencing in a Civil Case
For the first time in Cyprus, a court decision has been made in a civil case with witness testimony being allowed via videoconferencing, pursuant to Article 36A of the Evidence Law, Chapter 9. This decision - Read More...
32nd European Spring Conference of Data Protection Authorities
Our partner Eleni Neoptolemou was invited to attend the open day of the 32nd European Spring Conference of Data Protection Authorities hosted by the Data State Inspectorate of Latvia in Riga. The conference discussed AML - Read More...
Cyprus chapter in the Consumer Protection Laws
Harris Kyriakides team contributes to the Cyprus chapter in the Consumer Protection Laws and Regulations 2024 by ICLG.
By Eleni Neoptolemou, Munevver Kasif
Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data Protection issues a notice regarding direct marketing communications
In light of increased complaints regarding unsolicited SMS and email advertising messages, the Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (the Commissioner) affirms the legal requirements for businesses engaging in direct marketing communication.
Pharmaceutical Advertising 2024
We are delighted to share the latest International Comparative Legal Guide – Pharmaceutical Advertising 2024, published by Chambers & Partners.
By Eleni Neoptolemou, Munevver Kasif