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Bank Of Cyprus Secures Fourth Consecutive STP Award

Exemplary Automation In Fund Transfers

The Bank of Cyprus (BoC) has once again demonstrated its commitment to operational excellence by being awarded the prestigious ‘STP AWARD 2025’ by the Bank of New York for the fourth consecutive year. This accolade recognizes BoC’s high-quality procedures in managing fund transfers through the SWIFT system, with an impressive 98 percent of payments being processed via Straight Through Processing. Such efficiency underscores the bank’s expertise in reducing manual intervention in critical financial operations.

Strategic Collaborations Enhance Global Operations

In its strategic role, the Bank of New York serves as one of BoC’s key correspondent banks for US dollar transactions. This partnership not only attests to BoC’s robust internal frameworks but also reinforces its position within a global network of financial institutions. As noted by Despina Kyriakidou, BoC Treasury Director, the recognition from a major US financial institution is a testament to both the high operational standards and the international trust bestowed upon the bank.

A Commitment To Excellence In Financial Services

Despina Kyriakidou further emphasized that the award reflects the high standards maintained by BoC and the reliability that international organizations have come to expect from the institution. The collaboration with the Bank of New York significantly enhances the comprehensive suite of banking and financial services offered to business, institutional, and individual clients, both in Cyprus and across global markets.

SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Gemini: A Major Turning Point In Crypto Regulation

SEC Dismisses Legal Action Against Gemini

The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally withdrawn its lawsuit against Gemini, the prominent crypto exchange founded by twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The move follows a joint court filing in which both the regulator and Gemini sought dismissal of the case that centered on the collapse of the Gemini Earn investment product, a debacle that left investors without access to their funds for 18 months.

Settlement And Regulatory Reassessment

In a significant development, a 2024 settlement between New York and Gemini ensured that investors recovered one hundred percent of their crypto assets loaned through the Gemini Earn program. The legal reprieve comes on the heels of actions initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who accused Gemini of defrauding investors.

Political Backdrop And Industry Implications

This dismissal reinforces a broader trend of regulatory leniency toward the crypto sector noted during the Trump administration, which saw the SEC dismiss, pause, or reduce penalties in more than 60 percent of its pending crypto lawsuits. Meanwhile, Gemini’s recent public offering filing underscores its ambitions to solidify its status as a major player in the evolving digital asset market.

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