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Nearly 17% of Cypriots Struggled To Heat Their Homes In 2023

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 24, 2025

According to the latest data from Eurostat, the European Union’s statistical agency, 16.9% of Cypriots were unable to adequately warm their homes in 2023, significantly higher than the EU average of 10.6%.

While the percentage marks an improvement for Cyprus—down 2.3 percentage points from 19.2% in 2022—it contrasts with a rising trend across the EU, where the average increased by 1.3 percentage points from 9.3% the previous year.

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Spain and Portugal topped the list of countries with the highest proportion of residents struggling to heat their homes, both at 20.8%, closely followed by Bulgaria (20.7%), Lithuania (20.0%), and Greece (19.2%).

On the other end of the spectrum, Luxembourg reported the lowest share of residents facing this issue at just 2.1%, with Finland (2.6%), Slovenia (3.6%), Austria (3.9%), and Estonia (4.1%) also ranking among the least affected nations.

Despite overall economic recovery efforts, the data highlights the persistent challenge of energy affordability in some parts of Europe, particularly in Southern and Eastern regions.

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SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Gemini: A Major Turning Point In Crypto Regulation

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

January 26, 2026

SEC Dismisses Legal Action Against Gemini

The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally withdrawn its lawsuit against Gemini, the prominent crypto exchange founded by twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The move follows a joint court filing in which both the regulator and Gemini sought dismissal of the case that centered on the collapse of the Gemini Earn investment product, a debacle that left investors without access to their funds for 18 months.

Settlement And Regulatory Reassessment

In a significant development, a 2024 settlement between New York and Gemini ensured that investors recovered one hundred percent of their crypto assets loaned through the Gemini Earn program. The legal reprieve comes on the heels of actions initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who accused Gemini of defrauding investors.

Political Backdrop And Industry Implications

This dismissal reinforces a broader trend of regulatory leniency toward the crypto sector noted during the Trump administration, which saw the SEC dismiss, pause, or reduce penalties in more than 60 percent of its pending crypto lawsuits. Meanwhile, Gemini’s recent public offering filing underscores its ambitions to solidify its status as a major player in the evolving digital asset market.