Cyprus Experiences a Reduction in Building Permits But Sees Continued Value Growth in January 2025

by News Editor

May 21, 2025

Analyzing Building Permits in Cyprus:

In January 2025, Cyprus observed a 24% decline in building permits compared to January 2024, as reported by the Statistical Service.

Reduced Quantity, Increased Value

While the number of permits fell to 446, their cumulative value grew by 4.3%, reaching €230.8 million. Simultaneously, the total area decreased by 4.2% to 189.9 thousand square meters.

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Despite fewer permits, the projected construction of 838 residential units marks a slight increase from the previous year. This includes 165 single houses, 120 semi-detached houses, 529 apartment buildings, and 24 mixed-use buildings.

What’s Driving Change?

The fluctuating numbers suggest evolving dynamics in the real estate market. Discover more about the future trends and their implications on Cyprus’ economic growth and the effects of rising construction costs on this sector.

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Apple Embeds Agentic Coding In Xcode, Pioneering AI-Driven Development

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 4, 2026

Introduction

Apple has taken a bold step in transforming the software development landscape with its latest Xcode update. By integrating agentic coding, the company is empowering developers with advanced AI tools that can autonomously generate and test code, streamlining complex workflows. This move underscores Apple’s commitment to innovation and positions the tech giant at the forefront of AI-driven development.

Expanding The Developer Ecosystem

The updated Xcode now supports powerful AI agents, including Anthropic’s Claude Agent and OpenAI’s Codex. With these integrations, the development environment is set to handle multi-step tasks, allowing the AI to build projects, search through Apple’s extensive documentation, and resolve coding issues. In a recent demonstration, an Apple representative highlighted how coding agents and Xcode collaborate to manage complex processes seamlessly.

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Driving A Paradigm Shift In Coding

The update builds on earlier enhancements introduced in the summer, when Apple added support for tools such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and other AI services. The new agent-based features reflect a broader industry trend sometimes referred to as “vibe coding,” where developers provide prompts and AI systems generate initial code that is later refined by humans. This approach can reduce development time and shift how programmers interact with software tools.

Implications For The Future

While Apple’s consumer AI products have seen mixed reception, the integration of AI into Xcode is drawing attention from iOS developers. The system allows additional compatible AI services to be connected through an open API, reducing dependence on a single provider.

Market Rollout And Industry Impact

Xcode 26.3 is currently available in beta for registered Apple developers and is expected to reach a wider audience through the App Store later this year. The release follows a broader shift in the technology sector toward AI-assisted coding tools, as companies including OpenAI continue to introduce new developer-focused applications.

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