19 July 2021

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DETERMINISM AND PREDICTIVE POLICING

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For the uninitiated, Determinism is the philosophy that we are not in charge of our own destiny, and that our actions are predetermined long before we act upon them. In this way, determinists will agree that a criminal is bound to their fate of conviction the moment they are born. While this may well be true, it appears we are quite far away from having the ability to predict criminal action to such a high a degree of accuracy. However, new developments in Artificial Intelligence (hereinafter ‘AI’) have allowed for certain police departments around the globe to implement predictive policing systems which promise to put an end to...

01 March 2021

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Debt Collection

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In cases where individuals or companies are unable or unwilling to repay debts owed to third parties, then the creditor might seek legal advice to initiate proceedings in order to recover the debts in question. Out-of- Court Negotiations: In cases where the debtor is unwilling and / or negligent to repay the debt owed, before the matter is referred to the competent Court, efforts must be made in order to recover the debt through out-of-court negotiations. Specifically, the creditor and / or his lawyer should communicate with the debtor and then proceed with the preparation of a demand of payment letter. In case of negative or...

04 February 2021

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Robinhood: A Modern-Day Outlaw

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by Alexandros A. Papantoniou, PAPANTONIOU & PAPANTONIOU LLC Prologue For many centuries, the English folk tale of a bandit dressed in a green gown with a red hood armed with a bow and arrows has been a parent’s go-to bedtime story for their children. Depicted as a hero by some and an outlaw by others, Robin Hood is remembered as a man stealing from the rich to give to the poor. The Modern-Day Robinhood, however, strives to change the tale. No longer Robin Hood will be remembered as a legendary outlaw stealing from the rich to provide for the poor, but rather an online brokerage platform preventing the less...

25 January 2021

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Relocation of Businesses to Cyprus

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The newly introduced Fast-track Business Activation Mechanism has been activated since October 2020 and has already attracted the interest of foreign companies and entrepreneurs who wish to establish a presence in Cyprus. The scheme focuses on starting and growing of companies in Cyprus, the crossroad of Asia, Europe and Africa and provides a faster service for Licensing & Immigration for non-EU nationals. Cyprus is widely acknowledged for its geostrategic location offering market access to EU consumers and it is closed to Middle East and North Africa. Benefits: A growing tech hub within the EUFast Track Mechanism for Licensing & Immigration for non-EU nationalsAttractive EU-approved...

19 September 2020

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New payment methods and Anti – Money Laundering Measures

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New payment methods (NPMs) such as prepaid cards, Internet-Based Payment Services and mobile payment systems, have made financial transactions faster and simpler (Ana L. Pereira and Ana Maria H. de Alba, “Understanding the new payment methods, their risks, and opportunities”,Assessed 24/1/2020). However their introduction and widespread use has also resulted in a range of problems, foremost among which is the ease of money laundering. Direct and indirect anonymity, the fact that these products have made it easier to exchange financial instruments for money, and the spread of ATMs, which facilitate cash withdrawals across the globe, have made NPMs attractive and useful...

26 April 2020

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CYPRUS TAX RESIDENCY FOR COMPANIES

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A company which is a tax resident of the Republic is taxed on income arising from sources both within and outside of the Republic. For the above purposes a company is a tax resident of the republic if the control and the management of that company are exercised in the Republic. Corporate income tax rate The corporate income tax rate for all companies is 12,5%. Why Cyprus? Cyprus is a member of the European Union and operates under a secure legal framework safeguarding the interests of its citizens and companies whilst promoting business growth. Cyprus’ strategic location established the island as a business hub for corporations around the world. Along with the...

19 April 2020

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CYPRUS TAX RESIDENCY FOR INDIVIDUALS

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Individuals who are Cyprus tax residents they are taxed in Cyprus on their worldwide income subject to certain exceptions. Who can be a tax resident in Cyprus? ‘183 day’ rule With reference to the Income Tax Law of 2002 (118(I)/2002), an individual who stays more than 183 days in the Republic within a tax year (1 January to 31 December) is a tax resident of the Republic. ‘60 day’ rule Alternatively, an individual can be a tax resident of the Republic even though he spends less than or equal to 183 days in the Republic if he/she satisfies the following conditions: does not spend more than 183 any other country;is not a tax resident...

05 April 2020

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GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION (GDPR)

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Personal Data misuse and breaches in recent times have affected millions of Individuals and organisations. If an organization is found to have breached either, deliberately negligently or by an innocent mistake the personal data of a data subject then that organization could face with significant injury to its reputation and can affect its business. On the other way around, fundamental detriment can be suffered by the individual that her/ his personal details are being unlawfully exposed as well, and its constitutional right of privacy might be undermined. According to the GDPR “General Data Protection Regulation”, all organisations handling any personal data must comply with the GDPR regulation, otherwise...

29 March 2020

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CYPRUS SHIPPING

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CONDITIONS OF OWNERSHIP UNDER THE CYPRIOT LAW The history of the Sea and Shipping in Cyprus traces back hundreds of years. Its geographical position at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa as well as its proximity to the Suez canal has historically favored merchant shipping as an important industry for the Aphrodite’s island. Admiralty and Shipping law PAPANTONIOU & PAPANTONIOU L.L.C. is a leading Cypriot law firm in the field of Admiralty and shipping law. The firm offers a range of services to ship-owners, freight forwarders, insurers, charterers and has experience on resolving legal disputes that arise in the field. As a member...

22 March 2020

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REDOMICILIATION

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Redomiciliation refers to the transfer of the registered office of a company namely the company’s “seat of incorporation” in another jurisdiction provided that the law in both countries allow it. Foreign companies that want to take advantage of the Cyprus tax regime, may choose to transfer their domicile to Cyprus by avoiding to wind-up the company and to incorporate a new legal entity, simply by following the procedure of redomiciliation. Consequently, the company will continue to exist under a new jurisdiction and will be deleted from the Registry of its original country of incorporation. Why redomicile your foreign company to...