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Cyprus as a Reliable European Fintech Hub - Christoforos Souzis and Valentina Rzheutskaya of Capital.com

Published February 17, 2026, 12:21
Cyprus as a Reliable European Fintech Hub - Christoforos Souzis and Valentina Rzheutskaya of Capital.com

Cyprus aspires to establish itself as a reliable fintech hub in Europe, attracting financial technology companies. The choice of Cyprus as a base by many fintech companies indicates that the country offers advantages in both the regulatory framework and the operating environment. However, Cypriot authorities are called upon to meet the requirements of supervision and monitoring of the sector. Christoforos Souzis, CEO Europe of Capital.com, and Valentina Rzheutskaya, Executive Director, explain that the maturation of the Cypriot fintech ecosystem is due to the convergence of many factors, such as compliance with the European regulatory framework, the existence of specialized personnel, and operational discipline. Capital.com sees its role in the financial markets as providing access with responsibility, combining technology with education and information. To make Cyprus the most reliable fintech hub, two moves are proposed: strengthening supervision and transparency, as well as promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. Cyprus has already created strong foundations, but continuous effort is needed to address the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities that arise.