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Bank Of Cyprus Achieves ISO 37301 Certification, Setting a New Standard In Compliance

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 13, 2025

The Bank of Cyprus has made history by becoming the first organization in both Cyprus and Southeastern Europe to earn the prestigious ISO 37301 certification, an international standard for compliance management systems. This accomplishment places the bank in an exclusive group of European financial institutions recognized for their rigorous approach to compliance.

ISO 37301, endorsed by the European Banking Authority, provides a comprehensive framework focused on risk management and process optimization within Compliance units. It is a significant milestone that not only enhances the integrity and transparency of the organization but also improves its reputation by showcasing a commitment to ethical business practices and the best compliance standards.

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Marios Skandalis, Chief Compliance Officer at Bank of Cyprus, expressed the significance of this achievement: “The ISO 37301 certification is not just another accolade; it serves as an independent validation of the effectiveness of our Compliance function. It represents a lasting legacy for our customers, investors, and partners, reinforcing the trust we share with them.”

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Apple Honors Indie Innovators in WWDC 2025 Design Awards

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 4, 2025

Celebrating Design Excellence

As anticipation builds for the Worldwide Developer Conference 2025, Apple has officially announced the winners and finalists of its prestigious 2025 Design Awards. In a notable departure from current industry trends, the awards notably exclude generative AI apps for a second consecutive year, instead spotlighting indie apps and startups that utilize Apple’s tools to create exceptional user experiences.

Spotlight on Standout Categories

Apple recognized 12 outstanding entries—one app and one game from each of six carefully curated categories: Delight And Fun, Innovation, Interaction, Inclusivity, Social Impact, and Visuals And Graphics. This year’s roster features a diverse array of projects from emerging developers around the world, highlighting the company’s commitment to nurturing global creativity.

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Recognizing Functional Impact

In the Social Impact category, Watch Duty: Wildfire Maps garnered acclaim for its role in disseminating critical information during the California wildfires. Meanwhile, the Innovation category saw the triumph of the M13-backed prototyping tool Play, which demonstrates how modern app development is evolving by simplifying the process of sharing interactive prototypes through App Clips.

Notable Mentions

While AI-centric apps were not in the spotlight this year, Apple did acknowledge select apps leveraging AI technology. Notably, Speechify earned recognition in the Inclusivity category, and music creation app Moises, lauded for both its editing and creative capabilities, further underscores the potential of integrated AI features when blended with a robust platform.

A Comprehensive List of Honorees

The full roster includes:

Delight And Fun: Capwords; Balatro
Inclusivity: Speechify; Art Of Fauna
Innovation: Play; PBJ — The Musical
Interaction: Taobao; DREDGE
Social Impact: Watch Duty: Wildfire Maps; Neva
Visuals And Graphics: Feather: Draw In 3D; Infinity Nikki

A Forward-Looking Perspective

Apple’s strategic focus on how developers harness its design tools over trending technologies such as generative AI points to a broader industry narrative—one where enduring design principles and user-centric utility remain at the forefront of technological evolution. As innovation continues to drive the app ecosystem, the WWDC 2025 Design Awards serve as an indicator of where truly transformative experiences are being forged.