04 OCT 2025 · Other

Cyprus criminalises AI-generated child pornography

The creation, possession and distribution of AI-generated child pornography is now a criminal offence, carrying with it prison sentences of up to 15 years, under a law passed by parliament on Thursday. The bill’s sponsor, Akel MP Christos Christofides, said this makes Cyprus the first EU member to legally regulate…

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Digital Strategy for Cyprus 2020-2025

AI law in Cyprus: The Digital Strategy for Cyprus 2020-2025 is the Republic of Cyprus’s national plan to accelerate digital transformation across government, economy and society. Coordinated by the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, it sets four strategic objectives (people-centred technology, a resilient digital economy, an open inclusive digital society, and a green digital transition) and organises actions through four portfolios: Digital Government, Digital Infrastructure, Digital Economy and Digital Society....

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National Action Plan for Digital Skills 2021-2025 (e-skills Action Plan)

AI law in Cyprus: The National Action Plan for Digital Skills 2021-2025 (e-skills Action Plan) is a Cyprus government strategy to raise digital skills across the population, public administration and the labour market. Led by the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy and coordinated through a National Alliance, it aligns with the EU DigComp and the Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP) funding to deliver training, infrastructure support and a Digital Citizens' Academy....

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National Artificial Intelligence Strategy: Actions for the Leverage and Development of AI in Cyprus

AI law in Cyprus: The Cypriot National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (published 13 January 2020) sets out strategic actions to accelerate AI research, skills, public sector adoption and data ecosystem development in Cyprus. It is a non-binding national roadmap focusing on talent, competitiveness, public services, national data spaces and ethical and trustworthy AI....

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National Strategy for Research and Innovation 2024-2026

AI law in Cyprus: The National Strategy for Research and Innovation 2024-2026 (Cyprus) is a three-year national framework to strengthen research excellence, link research to business and societal needs, and position Cyprus as a regional R&I hub. Adopted by the Government in December 2023, the Strategy sets five strategic pillars aligned with the Smart Specialisation Strategy 2030 and the European Research Area (ERA)....

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