Energy & Grid Reform: A new debate is heating up around Cyprus’ electricity prices, with calls to “open the entire electricity bill” and commission an independent audit across the whole value chain—generation, fuel, renewables, networks, balancing, suppliers, regulated charges and investor returns—after disputes over solar park pricing. Offshore Gas Strategy: Cyprus’ “energy paradox” remains central: promising offshore gas sits alongside an isolated grid and rising limits on absorbing solar power, raising the question of how Nicosia can turn resources and export links into durable regional influence. Renewables & Regulation: Separate coverage highlights Cyprus’ growing renewables push and the need to clarify who produces, sells and sets prices in the RES market as the system struggles to keep costs down. Tech & AI Policy: Cyprus’ Computer Society submitted recommendations to strengthen the National AI Strategy 2032, urging clearer, measurable delivery rather than broad ambitions. Innovation & Property Tech: VC firm 33East backs Piney, a Cyprus-founded property operations startup expanding from Europe into the US, using Cyprus as a “proving ground.” Shipping & Safety: The ferry disaster off Kyrenia continues to unfold, with the death toll rising to 13 and 15 still missing as rescue teams locate the wreck. Diplomacy & Business Links: US ambassador-designate John Breslow has arrived in Cyprus to begin credentials talks, bringing an industrial-gases business background into the role.