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CySEC Warns Investors Over Unlicensed Financial Platforms

Unregulated Platforms Under Scrutiny

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has issued an urgent advisory concerning the operations of two online platforms—greymax.net and finotivefunding.com—which lack the necessary authorization to offer investment services under Cypriot law. These platforms operate without affiliation to any licensed entity, thus existing outside the stringent regulatory framework mandated by Article 5 of Law 87(I)/2017.

Investor Due Diligence Imperative

CySEC’s warning underscores the risks associated with engaging with unregulated entities. The commission emphasizes that greymax.net and finotivefunding.com are not subject to the oversight required for regulated investment firms. To mitigate potential exposure to fraud and unauthorized financial practices, investors are strongly advised to confirm the legitimacy of any investment partner by consulting the regulator’s official website at www.cysec.gov.cy, where a comprehensive registry of licensed firms and ongoing investor alerts are readily available.

Safeguarding Market Integrity

This proactive alert reflects CySEC’s broader commitment to enhancing market transparency and protecting retail investors from the pitfalls associated with unregulated operators. In an era where online trading platforms increasingly shape the investment landscape, such measures play a crucial role in fostering a secure and reliable financial ecosystem.

EU Invests €79 Billion In Environmental Protection As Companies Lead Spending

European Union member states invested €79 billion in environmental protection assets in 2025, according to Eurostat, reflecting continued spending on infrastructure aimed at reducing environmental impacts and managing natural resources.

The investment represented 0.4% of the EU’s gross domestic product and 1.9% of total investment across the economy.

Wastewater Treatment Receives The Largest Share

Wastewater treatment attracted the largest share of environmental protection investment, accounting for 37.7% of total spending. Waste management followed with 27.3%, while air and climate protection projects represented 11.2%.

Companies Lead Environmental Investment

Businesses accounted for €49.6 billion, or 62.7%, of total environmental protection investment. Spending focused on specialised technologies and equipment designed to reduce the environmental impact of production processes.

These investments included equipment to reduce air emissions, the construction and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, vehicles used for waste transport, and waste collection plants. Companies also invested in land for natural reserves and biodiversity protection.

Public Sector Provides The Remaining Investment

General government and non-profit institutions accounted for the remaining 37.3% of environmental protection investment.

Eurostat’s figures show that wastewater treatment, waste management and air and climate protection accounted for the largest share of environmental protection investment across the European Union in 2025.

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