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CySEC Issues Key Rulings on Investment Firm Fines and Fund Liquidation

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) recently announced pivotal regulatory actions reflecting its steadfast stance on maintaining compliance standards in the financial sector.

Fine Imposed on iTrade Global (CY) Ltd

During its February 2025 meeting, the CySEC Board decided to impose an administrative fine of €1,250 on the Cyprus Investment Firm, iTrade Global (CY) Ltd. This decision followed findings of non-compliance with Directive 157/2019, which targets the Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing.

Liquidation of WAVENTURES RAIF F.C.I.C. PLC

Separately, CySEC was informed of the initiation of the dissolution procedure for WAVENTURES RAIF F.C.I.C. PLC, managed by Hanseatic Capital Management Ltd. This fund, registered under the RAIF154 designation, will remain listed in the RAIFs Registry as ‘under liquidation’ until the process is finalized.

Industry Implications

The latest updates from CySEC emphasize the need for robust compliance frameworks.

As Cyprus continues to align with broader European directives, the island’s financial landscape is poised for transformative changes.

Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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