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The $34.5 Billion Mystery — How Perplexity AI Is Challenging Google for Control of Google Chrome
A close look at the boldest high-tech deal of the year. The Surprise Offer That Shook Silicon Valley On the morning of August 12, 2025, a letter landed at Google’s Mountain View headquarters that made even the most seasoned executives pause. An all-cash offer of $34.5 billion to acquire Chrome — the browser used by more than 3.5 billion people every day. The sender: Perplexity AI, a startup that didn’t even exist three years ago. Here’s the twist: Perplexity itself is valued
Aug 15, 20253 min read


Dubai Grants First VARA License for OTC Crypto Derivatives License — A Turning Point for UAE Crypto Trading
Dubai has officially entered a new era for institutional digital assets. In early August 2025, Nomura’s Laser Digital became the first...
Aug 12, 20252 min read


VAT compliance and reporting rules in Cyprus 2025
Different goods and services in Cyprus are divided into 5 categories, each of which is taxed at a different VAT rate. 19% is the main...
Jul 31, 20258 min read


IP Box Regime Cyprus 2025: Tax Benefits, Eligibility & How It Works
A spotlight should fall on the dedicated IP Box Regime Cyprus 2025 - a preferential tax regime for the promotion of the creation,...
Jul 31, 20256 min read


How to Make Your Website Cookie Compliant: A Recipe for a GDPR-Friendly Cookie Banner
Why Cookie Compliance Matters Under GDPR Nearly every website uses cookies, but most still get cookie compliance wrong. In 2025, having a...
Jun 16, 20253 min read
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