Cyprus Investment Funds Association - CIFA

03/11/2026

Meet some of our speakers at the 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO!

Join us on 16 November in Limassol to explore the latest developments shaping Europe’s alternative investment landscape, from private equity, venture capital and private credit to AI and emerging investment opportunities.

We are pleased to welcome:
🔹 Loukas Lagoudis, Vice Chairman, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)
🔹 Dr. Jeremy Sosabowski, CEO, AlgoDynamix (UK) Ltd.
🔹 Brian Higgins, Senior Product Manager – Alternatives, Clearstream
🔹 Demetris Themistocleous, Director, Fund Services, PwC Cyprus

📍 Parklane Resort & Spa, Limassol
📅 16 November 2026
🔗 Register now: https://cyprusfundssummit.com/

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of alternative investments.

27/10/2026

📢 The Second Pillar and the Future of Pension Reform

The debate on pension reform highlights the importance of strengthening the Second Pillar provident funds and occupational pension schemes to support a sustainable pension system and help secure a decent standard of living for future retirees.

In her article, Maria Panayiotou, President of the Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA), explores the role modern investment tools can play in strengthening the Second Pillar and contributing to the long-term sustainability of Cyprus’s pension system.

🔎 Read the full article to discover why the Second Pillar matters and how investment solutions can contribute to a more secure financial future.

The Second Pillar and the Day After Pension Reform: Modern Investment Tools in the Service of Society

26/10/2026

Meet the Speakers | 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO

🔹 George Karatzias, Chairman of the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)

🔹 Marios Tannousis, CEO of Invest Cyprus

📍Parklane Resort & Spa, Limassol
📅16 November 2026
🔗https://lnkd.in/dQXs_zkP

Discover the industry leaders shaping the future of the investment funds sector in Cyprus and beyond.

23/10/2026

The latest ESMA report on cross-border investment services is out, and it confirms Cyprus as one of Europe's leading jurisdictions for passported investment services.

The numbers for our market are definitely worth a look:

Europe's #1 home for cross-border firms: 78 Cyprus-based firms provide investment services to retail clients across the EU/EEA. That is more than any other country and represents around 1 in 5 of all firms in scope.

📈 Massive scale: Cypriot firms serve about 4.2 million cross-border retail clients—capturing 27% of the EU/EEA total. Notably, two of Europe's five largest cross-border firms are based right here in Cyprus.

🌍 Pan-European reach: Cyprus stands out as the only Member State with two firms serving retail clients in every single other EU/EEA country.

🎯 For our fund community: UCITS remain the second most widely held product among cross-border retail investors EU-wide, trusted by around 6 million clients.

Dive into the full report to see the numbers behind Cyprus's leading position in European cross-border finance:https://www.esma.europa.eu/sites/default/files/2026-10/ESMA35-243228190-8325_Report_on_cross_border_data_collection.pdf

22/10/2026

🌍 Meet the Minds Driving the Future of Investment Funds

New perspectives. Global expertise. Meaningful conversations.

The 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO brings together influential voices from across the industry to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives and explore the opportunities shaping the future of alternative investments.

📅 16 November 2026
📍 Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

🤝 Be part of the conversations shaping tomorrow’s investment landscape.

🔗 Explore the Summit and register: https://lnkd.in/dQXs_zkP

20/10/2026

📰 The Next Chapter for Cyprus’ Investment Funds Industry

In the special Investment Funds in Cyprus issue of GOLD Magazine, Maria Panayiotou, President of CIFA, shares her insights on the evolution of Cyprus’ investment funds industry, its growing international competitiveness and the opportunities shaping its future.

Building on a decade of progress, Cyprus is well positioned to strengthen its role as a modern, trusted European investment hub.

📖 Read the full article below.

19/10/2026

🎤 Meet More of Our Speakers | 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO

The conversation continues! 🌟

Get to know more of the distinguished speakers joining the 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO, as industry leaders share their expertise and perspectives on the evolving European alternative funds landscape.

📅 16 November 2026
📍 Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol
💡 Join the conversation shaping the future of alternative investments.

🔗 Discover more and register: https://lnkd.in/dQXs_zkP

14/10/2026

🎤 The Voices Shaping the Future of Alternative Investments

Presented by CIFA and Invest Cyprus, the 12th International Funds Summit & EXPO brings together leading experts to share fresh perspectives and industry insights on the evolving European alternative funds landscape.

📅 16 November 2026
📍 Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Limassol

🔗 Explore the Summit and discover more: https://cyprusfundssummit.com/

💡 Be part of the conversation shaping the future of alternative investments.

05/10/2026

On the occasion of World Investor Week 2026, the Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) joins the global initiative led by IOSCO to highlight the importance of investor education and investor protection.

As investment opportunities become more diverse and technology increasingly influences how financial information is accessed and investment decisions are made, financial knowledge, critical thinking and awareness of risk are more important than ever.
For CIFA, a strong investment funds sector is built not only on growth and innovation, but also on transparency, sound governance, effective regulation and informed investors.

Investors should understand the opportunities they consider, recognise that risk is inherent in investing, seek information from credible sources and remain alert to emerging risks, including online fraud, misleading financial content and AI-enabled deception. These are among the key messages highlighted by World Investor Week this year.

At the same time, building investment knowledge from an early age can help create a new generation that is better equipped to make informed, responsible and long-term financial decisions.
CIFA remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen financial and investment literacy and contribute to a credible, transparent and resilient investment environment in Cyprus.

https://www.worldinvestorweek.org/

World Investor Week (WIW) is a week-long, global campaign promoted by IOSCO to raise awareness about the importance of investor education and protection and highlight the various initiatives of securities regulators in these two critical areas.

05/10/2026

Get to Know Our Statistics Committee

Today, we spotlight CIFA’s Statistics Committee, chaired by Demetris Nicolaou.

The Committee gathers and analyses data on Cyprus’s funds industry, identifying market trends and highlighting the strengths of the local funds ecosystem.

Its work also supports investor roadshows and provides valuable insights to policymakers, contributing to the continued growth and development of the industry.