About Akis Papakyriacou

Akis Papakyriacou is the founder and managing partner of Papakyriacou LLC, leading a practice focused on high-stakes corporate, banking and finance, and regulatory matters, with a strong emphasis on complex cross-border transactions. He is instructed by international corporates, financial institutions, fintech companies, and high net worth individuals on sophisticated and high-value mandates, including M&A, multi-million-euro financings, cross-border JVs, and complex restructurings. Akis is widely regarded as a leading practitioner in fintech and financial services regulation, advising on regulatory structuring, licensing, and innovative financial products within evolving legal frameworks. He regularly acts on matters at the intersection of finance and technology, including digital assets, payment services, and emerging fintech platforms.