Cyprus House Prices Rise 6% In Q4 2025 As Index Holds At 152.9

Market Overview

House prices in Cyprus increased 6% year over year in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data from the Cyprus Statistical Service. The House Price Index reached 152.91 points, remaining broadly unchanged compared with the previous quarter.

Quarterly Performance In Focus

The index rose from 144.20 points in Q1 to 150.25, before declining to 147.48 in Q2. Prices then increased to 152.93 in Q3 and remained stable at 152.91 in Q4. Data show fluctuations across the year, with overall growth maintained through the second half of 2025.

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New Versus Existing Dwellings

Prices for new dwellings increased from 173.92 to 174.51 in Q4. Existing housing recorded a decline, with the index falling from 135.60 to 134.56. The data indicate diverging trends between new and existing properties at year-end.

Statistical Insights And Market Implications

The House Price Index combines data from new and existing residential properties based on records from the Department of Lands and Surveys. Annual growth accelerated in Q4 compared with earlier periods in 2025. The data show continued demand in the residential market, particularly in the segment of newly built housing.

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Anthropic Unveils Advanced Cybersecurity AI Through Project Glasswing

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 8, 2026

Anthropic has introduced Claude Mythos Preview, an artificial intelligence model designed to identify vulnerabilities in software. The release forms part of the company’s Project Glasswing initiative, focused on strengthening cybersecurity as threats continue to evolve.

Innovative Cyber Capabilities

Claude Mythos Preview identifies complex software flaws that are often difficult to detect using traditional methods. In one case, the model uncovered a 27-year-old vulnerability in OpenBSD, an operating system widely known for its security standards. Access to the model is currently restricted. Anthropic said the limitation is intended to reduce the risk of misuse and ensure the technology is applied in defensive contexts.

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Strategic Industry Collaborations

Major technology companies, including Apple, Google, Microsoft, Nvidia and Amazon Web Services, joined as early partners in Project Glasswing. More than 40 additional companies, including CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks, are working with Anthropic to integrate the model into their cybersecurity systems.

Balancing Innovation With Caution

Dianne Penn said in a CNBC interview that the launch followed an extensive internal review. The company is also working with U.S. agencies, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Center for AI Standards and Innovation, to align deployment with safety requirements. Dario Amodei said the company is focused on balancing defensive benefits with potential risks linked to advanced AI systems.

Expanding AI Infrastructure Security

Anthropic has allocated up to $100 million in usage credits for selected partners. The programme is aimed at testing the model across proprietary and open-source systems. Early access is focused on companies managing critical infrastructure, as Anthropic evaluates broader deployment scenarios.

Outlook

Project Glasswing reflects a shift toward AI-driven cybersecurity tools designed to identify vulnerabilities earlier in the development cycle. Adoption will depend on how effectively companies balance improved detection capabilities with the risks associated with advanced AI systems.

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