Cyprus Inflation Eases Slightly To 2.5% In January

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 7, 2025

Inflation in Cyprus stood at 2.5% in January, down marginally from 2.6% in December, according to the Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped by 1.58 points to 116.73, reflecting a slowdown in price growth.

Agricultural Goods saw the most volatility, rising 10% year-on-year but declining 6.1% from December. Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages increased by 4.8% annually, while Restaurants and Hotels rose by 4.1%. Clothing and Footwear recorded the steepest monthly drop, falling 13%.

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The biggest contributors to annual inflation were Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (+1.07) and Transport (+0.56), while Clothing and Footwear (-0.18) exerted downward pressure. Month-on-month, Clothing and Footwear (-1.00) had the most significant deflationary effect.

Catering Services (+0.48), Fresh Vegetables (+0.36), and Meat (+0.24) were key drivers of price increases, while Clothing Items (-0.81) pulled inflation down. Petroleum Products had the largest positive monthly impact (+0.15), while Clothing Items saw the biggest decline (-0.71).

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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.

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.

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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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