AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU Border Disruption: Airlines and airports are urging the Commission to suspend the new EU biometric border checks during peak summer, warning queues can hit up to five hours and some flights are leaving half full. Banking & Tech: Eurobank unveiled its “Banking Forward” plan with a €1bn technology push and AI-led digital transformation, plus an expanded Mastercard partnership. Loan Relief Pressure: Moody’s says Greek banks can absorb costs from Katseli-law loan changes, though it flags risks around cash flows, Hercules securitisations and legal spillovers. Credit Still Stuck: A Reuters report highlights how a backlog of vintage non-performing loans keeps many small businesses and households locked out of new credit. Crypto Rule Reset: MiCA’s transitional period ends July 1, leaving only authorized crypto-asset firms able to operate; the shift is reshaping who stays in the EU market. Digital Payments Leap: India’s UPI goes live in Greece via Eurobank, cutting cross-border transfer costs and expanding India’s payments footprint. Tourism & Culture: South Aegean submitted its bid for the World Region of Gastronomy 2028 title, aiming to brand 50 islands through food-led tourism. Business Innovation: Greece’s startup scene shows growing international ambition, with 16 companies pitching investors across health, AI, finance and energy.
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