Cyprus to launch AI digital assistant for government services

Cyprus to launch AI digital assistant for government services

Cyprus is set to introduce a new AI-powered digital assistant on its gov.cy platform from 18 December 2024, offering citizens round-the-clock access to government information services. Deputy Minister for Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Nicodemos Damianou, announced the initiative as part of the broader “Digital Citizen” project, marking the government’s first implementation of generative AI technology in […]

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Cyprus government employment rises to 55,243 in November

Cyprus government employment rises to 55,243 in November

Government employment in Cyprus reached 55,243 people in November, according to the latest data from the state’s statistical service. This represents an increase compared to the average government workforce of 54,229 during the January–November 2024 period. That figure marked a rise of 1,698 employees, corresponding to an increase of 3.2 per cent, from the same timeframe in 2023. The increase was largely attributed to the growth of temporary staff within the educational service. This […]

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Bank of Cyprus renews equality employer certification

Bank of Cyprus renews equality employer certification

The Bank of Cyprus on Wednesday announced that it has renewed its ‘Equality Employer’ certification, recognising its efforts to promote gender equality in the workplace. According to the announcement, the certification reflects the bank’s commitment to equal opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment. According to an announcement, the renewal was conducted by the Labour Ministry’s […]

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Ten-second transfers: Cyprus banks gear up for instant payments

Ten-second transfers: Cyprus banks gear up for instant payments

Cyprus will implement new European Parliament regulations for instant payments from 9 January 2025, enabling round-the-clock bank transfers within 10 seconds across Europe at minimal cost for retail and business customers. The Central Bank of Cyprus has published details of the implementation of EU Regulation 2024/886 (instant payments regulation) on its website. The new system will allow […]

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Cambodia, Saudi Arabia eye rice trade deal

Cambodia, Saudi Arabia eye rice trade deal

Cambodia and Saudi Arabia Monday explored opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in the agricultural sector. This move comes as both countries seek to enhance economic cooperation and explore new trade avenues. Senate President Hun Sen and Abdullah Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Consultative Assembly of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia held wide ranging […]

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