AGP Executive Report
Last update: 33 minutes agoBiotech & Agriculture: Israeli scientists released about 200 predatory beetles in Cyprus to curb the invasive insect Dactylopius opuntiae that has damaged up to 30% of the island’s prickly pear crop since 2016. Local Infrastructure: After a 26-year wait, the upgraded Larnaca–Dhekelia road finally opened, adding wider lanes, crossings, bike lanes and bus stops along a 3.25km stretch. Archaeology: Excavations at Chloraka-Palloures uncovered Chalcolithic houses, burials, rare metal finds and figurines, shedding new light on prehistoric Cyprus. Smart Water Management: Famagusta’s local government signed a deal with KIOS to model and monitor the district water network using smart tools and hydraulic modelling. AI & Industry Leadership: Google’s AI shake-up puts Greek Cypriot Sir Demis Hassabis into a bigger role as chair of DeepMind and chief scientist at Alphabet. Public Services Digitisation: Government employees and pensioners can now change their bank IBAN online via gov.cy, using CY Login and uploaded proof. Tech Policy & Community Concerns: Akrotiri Base plans 32 new antennas, and residents are asking for clearer information on environmental and health impacts. Connectivity Market Watch: A new report projects rapid growth in wireless connectivity, driven by Wi‑Fi expansion and private 5G rollouts.
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