Cyprus has issued updated guidance clarifying the treatment of transactions involving low-tax and blacklisted jurisdictions, significantly strengthening its tax compliance framework. The new rules introduce stricter scrutiny, enhanced reporting obligations, and increased limitations on deductions and payments to entities in high-risk jurisdictions. These developments have important implications for international structures, cross-border transactions, and tax planning strategies, making it essential for businesses and investors to review their arrangements and ensure full compliance with the updated regulatory requirements.

Disputes over wills in Cyprus are becoming increasingly common, particularly where concerns arise about the testator’s mental capacity, undue influence, or failure to follow legal formalities. Cyprus law sets strict requirements for a valid will, including sound mind, proper execution, and compliance with forced heirship rules that protect close family members. This article explains the main legal grounds for challenging a will, the court procedure involved, and what happens if a will is declared invalid, offering a practical overview of how inheritance disputes are handled under Cyprus law.

At Finhub, we believe that true success goes beyond business. Our sponsorship of Masterclass Academy Cyprus reflects our commitment to supporting youth development, teamwork, and excellence through sport. By investing in young athletes and grassroots football, we are proud to contribute to building strong character, confidence, and future champions, both on and off the field.

This article highlights the strategic value of complementing a European Union Trademark (EUTM) with a Cyprus national trademark (CYTM) to strengthen brand protection. While an EUTM offers broad, EU-wide coverage, it also carries greater procedural risk and higher burdens of proof, as it may be opposed or challenged across multiple jurisdictions and requires evidence of genuine use across the EU. By contrast, a CYTM is examined in a single jurisdiction, requires proof of use only in Cyprus, and can offer practical enforcement advantages given Cyprus’s role as a regional business and logistics hub. The article concludes that filing both in parallel is a prudent and cost-effective strategy, ensuring continuity of protection and a stronger, more resilient trademark portfolio.

As 2025 comes to a close, our experience at Reflect Festival stands out as a meaningful moment of connection, insight, and shared purpose. It captured what this year has been about for Finhub, listening closely to our community, engaging in thoughtful dialogue, and continuing to build practical, forward-looking solutions for our clients. We move into the year ahead inspired by the people we met, the ideas exchanged, and a renewed commitment to supporting informed business growth in Cyprus and beyond.