Energy Storage Push: Cyprus can’t rely on diesel or natural gas long-term, with Cyprus Institute chief Stavros Malas urging renewable generation plus sustainable energy storage, showcased at the PROTEAS research facility in Pentakomo. Water Transparency: Investigative reporting says Cyprus can’t accurately track how much groundwater is pumped, citing missing borehole records, weak monitoring, and nitrate pollution plus seawater intrusion in several aquifers. Skills & AI Training: Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas calls for stronger vocational skills renewal as working lives lengthen, highlighting AI and digital training delivered via Anad. Youth Housing in Nicosia: Nicosia’s historic Faneromeni area is set to gain 200+ private student rooms, aiming to expand affordable options and support a bigger plan for up to 1,000 students by 2029. Blockchain/AI Education Project: Paphos Chamber of Commerce leads an Erasmus+ push for youth skills in blockchain, AI and Web3, with conferences planned in Cyprus and Spain. Cyber/Regulated Tech Partnerships: Digitain and SB Software team up to expand Remote Gaming Server tech and distribution across regulated markets, including Cyprus. Shipping Policy Tension: Cyprus joins Greece, Italy and Malta in pushing back on EU IMO shipping decarbonisation rules over fuel and competitiveness impacts. Tech Ecosystem Deal: Oev and TechIsland sign an MoU to boost Cyprus’ innovation ecosystem, from regulatory/tax proposals to workforce digital upskilling. Archaeology with Lasers: Laser scans reveal Bronze Age ship carvings at Kition Kathari in Cyprus, showing images etched over centuries.