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Recently, Cyprus has faced a wave of cyberattacks targeting government websites and critical internet infrastructure. Over the past few days, six major incidents have been reported, disrupting both public services and private businesses. Despite the disruptions, authorities have successfully managed to counter these attacks. The series of cyber assaults began with an attack on the Hermes Airport website, followed by attempts on the Bank of Cyprus and the Cyprus Electricity Authority. Subsequently, Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA) and EKO Cyprus Limited also faced cyber threats, all of which were thwarted without any operational impact. Furthermore, government websites were targeted in an…

File photo. Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis announced price reductions on basic consumer products in supermarkets to increase citizens’ disposable income. The initiative will include over 600 product codes with reductions ranging from 6% to 15%. The minimum wage has already increased, and the government aims to further raise it by the end of their term. Marinakis emphasized the importance of the dialogue between Greece and Turkey regarding the delimitation of the exclusive economic zone and the continental shelf. He stated that being neither overly optimistic nor pessimistic is essential in these discussions, with the focus solely on the pertinent issues.…

The UK Foreign Office has issued safety guidelines for Chelsea fans visiting Athens for the Europa Conference League match with Panathinaikos on Thursday. The updated travel information advises British tourists to plan their movements and take care of their possessions while in crowded areas and on public transport. More than 50,000 tickets have been sold for the match at OAKA stadium, making it the most commercially significant game in the Conference League phase. Fans are encouraged to arrive early, follow local authorities’ instructions, and ensure their safety during the event. In preparation for the exciting Chelsea vs. Panathinaikos match in…

Albania’s former President Ilir Meta has been detained by police over corruption allegations, sparking controversy and unrest among his supporters. Meta’s spokesperson and lawyer condemned the arrest, claiming it was inappropriate and would be rejected by patriotic Albanians. The arrest, captured in footage by local media, showed police stopping Meta’s car and him resisting. Though the accusations of corruption, money laundering, and hiding wealth have not been verified, Meta’s lawyer confirmed the allegations, which the former president denies. The arrest of Meta, who served as president until 2022, adds to the list of opposition figures facing criminal charges in Albania.…

The Council of State, Greece’s supreme administrative court, has rejected two appeals filed by Intellexa, a company selling Predator tracking software, against the Personal Data Protection Authority over a hefty fine imposed for the company’s failure to cooperate with an audit. The court dismissed the appeals without examining the merits of the case, citing concerns over whether Intellexa’s lawyer had the legal authority to carry out defense duties. It noted that a power of attorney presented “cannot be recognized as a legal document because it lacks the required notarial form.” The Personal Data Protection Authority had imposed a fine of…

[Dimitris Papamitsos/PM Press Office] Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with European Commissioner Iliana Ivanova to discuss Greece’s AI growth potential. Mitsotakis expressed optimism, unveiling the government’s AI strategy nearing completion, with a focus on research and innovation. The aim is to position Greece in the emerging AI ecosystem and contribute significantly. Mitsotakis highlighted the government’s efforts in digital transformation, emphasizing the modernization of gov.gr and investments in digital infrastructure. The Commissioner encouraged Greek entrepreneurs to engage in EU programs like the Trusted Investor Network and European Innovation Council Scaling Club to foster innovation. The meeting emphasized the importance of competitiveness…

File photo. [Reuters] Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan confirmed the death of US-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, accused of orchestrating a coup in Turkey in 2016, labeling him as the leader of a “dark organization.” Despite Gulen denying involvement in the coup, his movement was deemed a terrorist group by Turkey. The nation remains steadfast in its fight against terrorism, as Fidan expressed at a press conference. In a recent development, Turkey officially acknowledged the passing of Fethullah Gulen, a controversial figure associated with an attempted coup in the country in 2016. The Turkish Foreign Minister described Gulen as the head…

File photo. [AP] Cyprus recently faced a digital attack targeted at blocking the government’s central online portal. Despite a three-day spree of similar attacks on state-run utilities and a Greek energy company’s Cypriot subsidiary, authorities managed to repel the assault through quick and coordinated actions. The distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, focused on restricting access to specific government websites, only impacted the main government portal briefly. Other government ministry or service websites remained unaffected. No details were disclosed on the attackers or their motives. As a result of previous failed attacks on Cyprus’ electricity, telecommunications, airports, and fuel company EKO Cyprus…

US credit rating agency, Standard & Poor’s (S&P), has reaffirmed Greece’s investment-grade rating of BBB- with a “Positive” outlook. The rating agency is expected to conduct the next review of Greece’s economy in spring 2025, with the potential for an upgrade based on the positive outlook it maintains for the country. S&P refrained from issuing an updated report on the Greek economy but had previously noted the positive impact of a tight fiscal regime on reducing the government debt ratio. This affirmation by S&P follows similar moves by other major credit rating agencies, with Fitch upgrading Greece in December and…

In a recent interview, Labor Minister Niki Kerameus discussed the future growth of Greece’s minimum wage, set to increase by 46% to 950 euros by 2027, up from €650 when New Democracy came into power. Kerameus also highlighted upcoming pension increases starting in January 2025, emphasizing the government’s efforts to boost citizens’ disposable income, including a cumulative 13% rise over the last three years. She announced a horizontal increase of 2.2-2.5% for pensioners in 2025, pending November’s financial data, which looks promising. Source Link