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Cyprus Inflation Eases To 2.3%: A Promising Outlook For February 2025

The inflation rate in Cyprus is anticipated to drop to 2.3% this February, a decline from 2.9% in January, as projected by the latest flash estimate from Eurostat. This marks a continuation of the easing trend, with inflation down from 3.1% in December.

When compared to the same time last year, February 2024, inflation in Cyprus was slightly lower at 2.1%, demonstrating a persistent, yet fluctuating economic landscape.

Eurozone Trends: A Comparative Analysis

The broader Eurozone is also witnessing a decrease, with an expected inflation rate of 2.4% in February, compared to 2.5% in January. Among the main components, services continue to lead with a rate of 3.7%, while the energy sector shows significant moderation to 0.2% from January’s 1.9%.

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Conclusion: A Careful Optimism

As Cyprus navigates its economic challenges, the easing of inflation offers a glimmer of hope. The coming months will be critical in determining if this trend holds—a point of interest for all stakeholders in the Cypriot real estate market.

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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The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally withdrawn its lawsuit against Gemini, the prominent crypto exchange founded by twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.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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