Why Cyprus Is Still One of the Most Attractive EU FinTech Hubs

Cyprus remains a leading EU FinTech hub with strong advantages, but rising compliance, regulation, and talent gaps could challenge its edge.
Cyprus & EU Roundup – September 11, 2025

Stay ahead with Emerald Zebra’s September 2025 Cyprus & EU Roundup. Key updates on instant payments regulation, PSD3, CySEC CFD rules, iGaming enforcement, fintech promotion in Japan, workforce trends, and more — plus insights for employers and professionals.
Hiring for compliance? Read this first.

Compliance professionals in Cyprus want more than salary—culture, leadership buy-in, and readiness for MiCA, DORA & ESG matter when hiring top talent.
“I wish I’d known…”

Compliance professionals in Cyprus share the lessons they wish they’d known earlier—continuous learning, client focus, and building trust internally.
What do compliance professionals in Cyprus really think?

We asked dozens of professionals working in compliance, AML, and regulatory roles across financial services, fintech, and investment firms in Cyprus to tell us about their day-to-day realities.