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Cyprus Faces Energy Strain As Cold Wave Hits: Authorities Call For Power Conservation

A cold wave sweeping across Cyprus threatens to test the island’s energy infrastructure in the coming days. Chará Kousiappa, spokesperson for the Cyprus Transmission System Operator (TSOC), warned that the country could face serious challenges as energy demand surges.

“It will be a tough situation,” Kousiappa told the Cyprus News Agency. “We’re already seeing very high demand, and we’re continuously assessing the situation. We hope things will go smoothly, but we’re ready to act if necessary.”

The cold front is expected to hit shortly, with the most critical period for electricity demand falling between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM—when renewable energy production drops off. During these peak hours, the power supply will be under significant pressure, as several key power units are offline due to scheduled maintenance or technical issues.

TSOC is closely monitoring the situation, and Kousiappa hopes that some of the power units currently under repair at the Dhekelia and Vasilikos stations can be brought back online before temperatures fall. She also emphasized the importance of energy conservation, urging the public to reduce electricity usage during peak hours and shift high-energy tasks, like laundry and dishwashing, to the day when solar power is at its peak.

As Cyprus braces for a difficult few days, authorities are calling on citizens to play their part in ensuring the stability of the island’s power grid.

Connected Television Advertising Set To Redefine Global Media By 2030

New research from market intelligence firm Omdia reveals that global connected television advertising revenue is poised to surge from $44 billion in 2025 to an impressive $81 billion by 2030. This dramatic increase signals a profound transformation in how viewers are reached and engaged by advertisers worldwide.

Shifting Dominance In Television Advertising

The analysis highlights a pivotal industry shift: connected television advertising is expected to completely eclipse traditional linear television advertising in the 2030s. The battle for the domestic living room is intensifying as leading corporations reposition themselves to capture 50% of the global market by decade’s end.

Platform Leaders Shape The Future

Among the major players, Google is forecast to command a 26% share of the global connected TV advertising market, leveraging the vast reach of YouTube and its robust advertising ecosystem. Parallelly, retail giant Amazon is projected to secure 13% of the international market through the integration of its Prime Video platform with retail media. Streaming pioneer Netflix is anticipated to capture 9%, further solidifying its influence as it expands its ad-supported subscription tier.

Emerging Trends And The Road Ahead

Industry experts forecast several critical trends that will fuel this transformative period: significant expansion in ad-supported streaming services, strategic convergence between retail media and television advertising, and an increasing emphasis on programmatic, targeted advertising campaigns. Furthermore, the evolution of television operating systems and smart TV ecosystems is intensifying competition for consumer engagement and platform ownership.

European Market And Strategic Implications

In Europe, the television operating system landscape is rapidly evolving. The research indicates that VIDAA is emerging as the region’s third-largest operating system, trailing only behind Android TV and Tizen. This development underscores a broader trend where hardware manufacturers seek greater control over the smart TV user experience.

Insight From Industry Leaders

Omdia’s Head of Media and Entertainment, Maria Rua Aguete, commented, “The battle for the living room is no longer only about streaming content. It is increasingly about controlling the platform, the advertising layer, the operating system, the data and ultimately the consumer relationship.” Principal Analyst David Tett added, “Connected television companies are at risk of losing incredibly valuable ground to tech giants. Strategies are needed to safeguard advertising revenues while competing against players such as Google and Amazon.”

Convergence Of Television And Digital Commerce

The research reinforces that television is rapidly evolving into a unified ecosystem where digital advertising, retail media, and direct commerce integration are interwoven. This synergy makes the connected television landscape one of the most strategically valuable battlegrounds in the global media arena.

As advertisers and media companies navigate this dynamic environment, the emphasis on robust digital strategies and platform control will be decisive in defining success in the connected television era.

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