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Eurobank Cyprus Dominates Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025 With Four Prestigious Wins

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 28, 2025

Eurobank Cyprus has once again solidified its position as a leader in private banking, securing four top honors at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025 in London.

The bank was recognized as Cyprus’s Best International Private Bank, Best for Ultra-High Net Worth (UHNW) Clients, Best of Discretionary Portfolio Management, and Best for Alternative Investments, reaffirming its reputation for excellence in wealth management.

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“These accolades reflect our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class banking services and bespoke financial solutions,” Eurobank Cyprus stated. “They also highlight the trust our clients place in us and the expertise of our Wealth Management team.”

A Proven Model For Success

At the heart of Eurobank Cyprus’s success is its innovative private banking model, developed in collaboration with the Eurobank Group. Operating across four key financial hubs—Cyprus, Luxembourg, Greece, and the United Kingdom—this model provides an extensive suite of tailored investment and financial services.

“We take great pride in this recognition,” said Marios Hadjikyriacos, Head of Wealth Management at Eurobank Cyprus. “Winning for the ninth consecutive year is a testament to our leadership in private banking and our team’s relentless focus on advisory excellence.”

Looking ahead, Hadjikyriacos emphasized the bank’s dedication to continuous innovation and evolution. “We are committed to staying at the forefront of the industry, ensuring our clients receive the highest level of service and financial expertise.”

Leveraging Technology For Financial Growth

Recognizing the growing role of technology in wealth management, Eurobank Cyprus has invested in cutting-edge digital solutions, including its proprietary wealth portal. This platform empowers clients with real-time access to portfolio management tools, ensuring seamless financial oversight and strategic investment decision-making.

The bank’s comprehensive private banking services cater to a diverse clientele, offering everything from specialized lending solutions, such as Lombard investment loans, to custom investment financing across Cyprus, Greece, and the UK.

Setting The Standard In Private Banking

For over two decades, the Euromoney Private Banking Awards have been the gold standard in recognizing excellence in wealth management. These awards celebrate institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance across categories, including high and ultra-high-net-worth services, family office solutions, discretionary portfolio management, and digital innovation. By securing multiple top accolades, Eurobank Cyprus has once again proven itself as a powerhouse in private banking, setting new benchmarks in client service, financial expertise, and strategic investment solutions.

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WhatsApp Introduces Parent-Supervised Accounts For Users Under 13

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 12, 2026

Enhanced Security And Messaging Control

WhatsApp has introduced a new type of account designed for users under the age of 13, allowing parents to supervise messaging activity. The accounts are limited to messaging and voice calls and do not include advertising features, reflecting growing demand from families for safer communication tools for younger users.

Streamlined Verification And Parental Oversight

Creating a supervised account requires a parent or guardian to complete a dual-device verification process using a QR code. This procedure links the child’s device with the parent’s account, allowing guardians to monitor certain activities. Once the connection is established, parents can receive notifications when their child adds, blocks or reports contacts. The system is designed to provide oversight while still allowing children to communicate with approved contacts.

Restricted Features With Full Encryption

Several WhatsApp functions are restricted within supervised accounts. Access to Meta AI, Channels and Status updates is disabled, and disappearing messages are not available in individual chats. Despite these limitations, conversations remain protected with WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption, ensuring that messages and calls remain private between participants.

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Controlled Interactions And Transition Options

Additional safety tools help pre-teens manage interactions with unfamiliar contacts. Context cards provide details about messages received from unknown users, including shared groups and the country where the account originated. Users also have the option to silence incoming calls from numbers that are not saved in their contacts.

Chat requests and invitations to join group conversations require a six-digit parental PIN before they can be accepted. As children grow older, WhatsApp will inform them about the option to convert their supervised profile into a standard account. Parents can postpone this transition for up to 12 months if they wish to maintain supervision for a longer period.

A Broader Commitment To Digital Safety

WhatsApp’s initiative builds on Meta’s longstanding efforts to enhance the safety of young users across its platforms, including Instagram and Facebook. With over 3 billion active users worldwide, WhatsApp is reinforcing its commitment to a secure digital environment. This move also coincides with regulatory trends in countries such as Denmark, Germany, Spain, and the U.K., where steps are being taken to restrict social media access for younger users.