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Cyprus Sees 1.8% Population Growth In 2023, Statistical Data Reveal

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 16, 2025

The population in the Government-controlled areas of Cyprus reached an estimated 966,400 by the end of 2023, up from 949,100 in 2022, reflecting a 1.8% increase, according to demographic statistics published by the Statistical Service on Wednesday.

The data highlight the ageing of Cyprus’ population. In 2023, children under 15 years made up 15.3% of the population, while individuals aged 65 and over accounted for 17.7%. This is a notable shift from 2000 when children represented 22.3% and the elderly just 11.3%.

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Birth Rates

Births in the Government-controlled areas saw a slight increase, reaching 10,241 in 2023, up from 10,187 the previous year, resulting in a crude birth rate of 10.7 per 1,000 people. However, the total fertility rate remained unchanged at 1.4, well below the replacement level of 2.1, and a significant decline from its local peak of 2.5 in 1982.

Women in Cyprus are having children later in life, with the average age at first birth rising to 30 years, and the mean age at childbirth, regardless of order, increasing to 31.5 years.

Mortality And Life Expectancy

Deaths in the Government-controlled areas dropped to 6,742 in 2023, compared to 7,307 in 2022, bringing the crude death rate down to 7 per 1,000 population from 7.8.

Life expectancy improved slightly, reaching 81 years for males and 85 years for females in 2023, compared to 80.2 and 83.9, respectively, in 2022. However, infant mortality rose from 3.3 to 4.5 deaths per 1,000 live births.

Migration Trends

Cyprus has maintained positive net migration since 2016. In 2023, net migration was estimated at 13,782. Long-term immigrants—both Cypriots and foreigners—totalled 40,761, compared to 37,558 in 2022. Conversely, the number of emigrants rose to 26,979, up from 21,118 the previous year.

Marriage And Divorce Statistics

The total number of marriages declined in 2023, falling to 11,766 from 13,350 in 2022. Ecclesiastical marriages saw a small drop, from 4,486 in 2022 to 4,355 in 2023. Civil marriages experienced a sharper decline, from 8,864 to 7,411, with only 2,076 involving residents of Cyprus.

The number of divorces, however, increased significantly, reaching 2,134 in 2023, up from 1,503 in 2022. The crude divorce rate rose to 2.23 per 1,000 people, while the total divorce rate—indicating the percentage of marriages expected to end in divorce—surged to 347.8 per 1,000 marriages, a dramatic increase from 41.6 per 1,000 in 1980.

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Moonshot’s Kimi K2: A Disruptive, Open-Source AI Model Redefining Coding Efficiency

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 14, 2025

Innovative Approach to Open-Source AI

In a bold move that challenges established players like OpenAI and Anthropic, Alibaba-backed startup Moonshot has unveiled its latest generative artificial intelligence model, Kimi K2. Released on a late Friday evening, this model enters the competitive AI landscape with a focus on robust coding capabilities at a fraction of the cost, setting a new benchmark for efficiency and scalability.

Cost Efficiency and Market Disruption

Kimi K2 not only offers superior performance metrics — reportedly surpassing Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4 and OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 in coding tasks — but it also redefines pricing models in the industry. With fees as low as 15 cents per 1 million input tokens and $2.50 per 1 million output tokens, it stands in stark contrast to competitors who charge significantly more. This cost efficiency is expected to attract large-scale and budget-sensitive deployments, enhancing its appeal across diverse client segments.

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Benchmarking Against Industry Leaders

Moonshot’s announcement on platforms such as GitHub and X emphasizes not only the competitive performance of Kimi K2 but also its commitment to the open-source model—rare among U.S. tech giants except for select initiatives by Meta and Google. Renowned analyst Wei Sun from Counterpoint highlighted its global competitiveness and open-source allure, noting that its lower token costs make it an attractive option for enterprises seeking both high performance and scalability.

Industry Implications and the Broader AI Landscape

The introduction of Kimi K2 comes at a time when Chinese alternatives in the global AI arena are garnering increased investor interest. With established players like ByteDance, Tencent, and Baidu continually innovating, Moonshot’s move underscores a significant shift in AI development—a focus on cost reduction paired with open accessibility. Moreover, as U.S. companies grapple with resource allocation and the safe deployment of open-source models, Kimi K2’s arrival signals a competitive pivot that may influence future industry standards.

Future Prospects Amidst Global AI Competition

While early feedback on Kimi K2 has been largely positive, with praise from industry insiders and tech startups alike, challenges such as model hallucinations remain a known issue in generative AI. However, the model’s robust coding capability and cost structure continue to drive industry optimism. As the market evolves, the competitive dynamics between new entrants like Moonshot and established giants like OpenAI, along with emerging competitors on both sides of the Pacific, promise to shape the future trajectory of AI innovation on a global scale.