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Cyta Reports On Its Socio-Economic Impact

Breaking New Ground In Corporate Transparency

Cyta’s Chief Operating Officer, Nicos Stylianou, recently unveiled the company’s pioneering True Value assessment, underscoring its extensive influence on the Cypriot economy and society. This initiative extends beyond traditional connectivity, reflecting Cyta’s longstanding role as a critical driver in both development and daily life in Cyprus.

Embracing A Holistic Methodology

To address growing expectations for corporate transparency, Cyta adopted the True Value methodology, a framework based on international standards that evaluates economic, social, and environmental impact. The assessment measures factors such as technology investments, tax contributions, job creation, and sustainability practices to provide a clearer view of the company’s overall footprint.

Economic And Social Impact Quantified

Stylianou noted that while conventional financial statements focus on revenue and profitability, the True Value framework translates wider social and economic effects into measurable financial terms. The assessment includes elements such as employee training, social responsibility initiatives, and environmental impact alongside traditional business metrics.

A Testament To National Development

According to the report, Cyta generated and retained more than €551 million in value within Cyprus in 2024. The company’s network of around 3,000 employees and partners supports critical infrastructure and services, including household connectivity, education, and business operations.

Investing In The Future

Stylianou also highlighted continued investment in digital infrastructure, green energy, and digital skills development. These initiatives are intended to support long-term innovation, attract investment, and strengthen employment opportunities in the local economy.

A Model Of Accountability And Trust

At its core, the True Value framework is a declaration of accountability. By transparently mapping its full spectrum of contributions, Cyta not only fortifies public trust but also sets the stage for responsible decision-making in an era of rapid technological change. According to Stylianou, “The value of an organisation is reflected in what returns to society and remains in the country.” This is a principle that resonates at every level of Cyta’s operations.

Conclusion

Through continued investment and operational development, Cyta remains a significant part of Cyprus’s digital and economic infrastructure. The company says its focus on measurable social and economic value will guide future decision-making as the telecom sector evolves.

payabl. Launches Click To Pay With Visa To Help Merchants Improve Checkout Conversion And Reduce Fraud

payabl. has launched Click to Pay with Visa, a new card payment experience designed to help merchants reduce checkout friction, improve authorisation rates, and deliver a faster, more secure online payment journey.

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Click to Pay replaces manual card number entry with a token-based checkout experience. Once a customer’s card is enrolled, they can complete purchases in just a few clicks, without re-entering card details. The result is a faster checkout that mirrors the ease of contactless payments in-store, while maintaining strong security standards.

For merchants, the impact is measurable. According to Visa, Click to Pay can deliver up to a 11% uplift in authorisation rates compared to manual card entry, alongside significant fraud reduction through network tokenisation. Faster checkout also helps reduce cart abandonment, particularly on mobile, where typing card details remains a major source of friction.

“With online checkout, every extra step costs conversion,” said Breno Oliveira, Chief Product Officer at payabl. “Visa Click to Pay removes one of the biggest points of friction at the moment of purchase. It helps merchants approve more legitimate transactions, reduce fraud exposure, and give customers the experience they already expect.” 

Visa Click to Pay is available through payabl. checkout, enabling merchants to activate the service without additional integration complexity. The solution works across devices and supports existing security flows, including 3D Secure where required.

“Consumers have come to expect a highly personalised, intuitive, and seamless payment experience, whether they’re buying a coffee, shopping online, or applying for a loan. Visa Click to Pay aims to meet these expectations by removing the need to manually enter card details, thus enhancing both security and the consumer experience in online card payments. With the support of network tokens, Visa Click to Pay enabled a more secure and smoother transaction process, available in many countries around the world. According to European VisaNet data, Visa Click to Pay may allow a 4.5% uplift in merchant sales, meaning a possible annual increase of €51 bn in SMB eCommerce sales in the UK and EU,” said Michael Ioannides, Country Manager, Visa Cyprus.

The launch forms part of payabl.’s broader focus on checkout optimisation, helping merchants improve conversion, approvals, and payment reliability at scale. Click to Pay with Visa is now live for eligible merchants across Europe. 

Checkout expectations are rising across Europe 

Insights from payabl.’s State of European Checkouts report underline why frictionless checkout experiences are becoming a commercial priority. The research found that consumers cite speed (46%), convenience (44%), and security (41%) as the top reasons for choosing a payment method. More than half of consumers (53%) are open to switching to newer payment methods and nearly half (48%) are open to one-click checkouts, provided the solution is backed by a trusted brand such as Visa.

“Checkout is no longer just the final step of a transaction,” said Oliveira. “It is a critical part of the overall customer experience. Our research shows that 43% of European consumers will not return to a site after a poor checkout experience. For merchants across the UK and Europe, that translates directly into lost customers and lost revenue.”

The launch forms part of payabl.’s broader focus on checkout optimisation, helping merchants improve conversion, approvals, and payment reliability at scale. Click to Pay with Visa is now live for eligible merchants across Europe.

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