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Cyprus Airports Brace for Record-Breaking August Surge

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

August 5, 2025

Record Traffic Projections

Cyprus’ premier airports, operated by Hermes Airports, are poised to welcome over 1.6 million passengers this August, setting a historic benchmark for the region. The summer peak, traditionally observed at Larnaca and Paphos, signals an unprecedented influx with current figures already exceeding last year’s record levels.

Enhanced Passenger Services

In anticipation of peak travel volumes, Hermes Airports strategically advises all passengers to arrive at least two hours before their scheduled flights. Updated guidance, particularly during peak hours, may be disseminated via the company’s active social media channels. Additionally, travel convenience is heightened through advanced parking reservations via the Hermes website, offering flexible options and competitive online pricing.

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Streamlined Check-In And Security

Innovative digital initiatives are playing a critical role in smoothing the travel experience. The introduction of a digital chatbot, accessible through Facebook Messenger, Viber, and X (formerly Twitter), provides real-time flight updates—ranging from gate numbers to estimated departure times and check-in desk details. This tool not only assists frequent flyers but also aids those picking up arriving passengers in planning their visits efficiently.

Passengers are encouraged to make use of online check-in services and self-service kiosks available at both terminals. With systems like Tagomat® and Bagomat for quick luggage tagging, Hermes streamlines the entire process, reducing wait times significantly. Document preparation is further modernized with features such as biometric options for expedited clearance via the BorderXpress system.

Upgraded Facilities And Special Considerations

The upgrades underway across Cyprus’ airports extend beyond the check-in counters. Enhanced shopping and dining areas, along with pre-order options for duty-free items, complement the new Express Lane services available at both Departures and Arrivals. These facilities allow passengers to bypass traditional queues and enjoy a more relaxed waiting experience in lounges offering complimentary refreshments.

Special provisions remain in place for travelers with pets, disabilities, or reduced mobility, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive service framework. Moreover, as airport upgrade works continue, on-site signage and regular online updates are crucial for adapting to temporary changes in vehicle access and transport waiting zones.

Through a combination of technological innovation and customer-centric services, Hermes Airports is not only meeting the rigorous demands of increased summer traffic but also setting a new standard for efficiency and traveler satisfaction in the region.

The Future Forbes Realty Global Properties

by News Editor

August 24, 2026

Courts Are Still Applying Old Copyright Rules To AI

AI companies train models on enormous amounts of published material, including books, articles and academic research. Whether using that content without authors’ permission violates copyright law remains unresolved.

Much of the debate centres on fair use, which allows copyrighted material to be used without permission in certain circumstances. Courts consider factors such as the purpose of the use, how much material was involved and its impact on the original market.

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Anthropic Case Sets An Important Precedent

A major case involving Anthropic and a group of authors provided one of the clearest rulings so far. Judge William Alsup found that using copyrighted books to train AI models was lawful, comparing the process to people reading and studying literature before creating something new.

Anthropic was nevertheless ordered to pay $1.5 billion in a settlement. The penalty concerned books the company had obtained from illegal online libraries rather than the AI training itself.

For AI companies, that distinction could prove significant because it separates studying copyrighted material from directly copying it.

Competition Could Be The Key Issue

A case involving Thomson Reuters and Ross Intelligence offers a different perspective. A court ruled that Ross could not claim fair use after using Reuters’ copyrighted material to develop a competing AI-powered legal research platform.

The decision suggests courts may be less willing to consider AI training fair use when copyrighted content is used to build a product that directly competes with the original.

For authors, an unresolved question is whether AI-generated content should be considered competition for the works used to train these models.

The Law Has Yet To Catch Up

US copyright law predates generative AI by decades, leaving courts to apply old principles to new technology. Questions also remain over copyright protection for AI-generated works. In Thaler v. Perlmutter, a court ruled that material created entirely by AI cannot receive copyright protection.

Major AI companies remain involved in copyright litigation, and different courts could reach different conclusions. For now, there is no universal rule: the legality of AI training will depend on the circumstances of each case and how courts ultimately interpret copyright and fair use.