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Harris Kyriakides advised Eurobank Greece on its acquisition of a landmark property at Kifissias Avenue
Harris Kyriakides advised Eurobank, acting via Grivalia Management Company, on its acquisition of 100% of the share capital of a Cyprus-based subsidiary of DIMAND S.A., securing ownership of the landmark property at Kifissias Avenue, now - 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...
Who’s Who Legal Real Estate 2024
Who’s Who Legal, has recognised our partner Andrea Newton as leading real estate law practitioners in Cyprus in its 2024 edition of WWL: Real Estate.
Judgment of the Court of Appeal regarding trapped buyers
The judgment addresses whether the decision of the Director of the Land Registry to transfer the property in the name of a trapped buyer and release the mortgage is consistent with the Constitution.
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.
Constitutional Clarity: The decision of the Court of Appeal on Cyprus Law in relation to the provisions 44ΙΗ – 44ΚB of the Transfer and Mortgage of Real Estate Law of 1965 (9/1965)
A recent judicial ruling declared unconstitutional the provisions contained in the articles 44IH – 44KB of the Transfer and Mortgage of Real Estate Law of 1965 (9/1965). The abovementioned articles regulate the process of issuing - Read More...
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 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.