Limassol, Cyprus. Nearly 100 experts from across Europe gathered in Limassol from June 22 to 24, 2026, for the 2nd Technical Workshop on Digital Anti-Fraud Tools, organised by the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) and Cyprus’ Anti-Fraud Coordination Service (AFCOS Cyprus). The event focused on promoting digital technologies and innovative methods to strengthen the protection of European Union funds.
Workshop under Cypriot Presidency
According to a statement issued by the Treasury of the Republic, the workshop was held under the auspices of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the European Union and with the support of the Treasury.
Broad participation from European bodies
The event brought together almost 100 experts from EU member states, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), Europol, Eurojust, the European Court of Auditors and OLAF.
Digital Anti-Fraud Toolbox initiative
Participants presented the first results of the Digital Anti-Fraud Toolbox initiative, which was launched in May 2025. The initiative aims to develop practical tools and methodologies to facilitate the early detection of fraud cases, improve the effectiveness of investigations and better protect the European Union’s financial interests.
Focus on artificial intelligence and data integration
The workshop focused on the use of artificial intelligence to identify suspicious patterns, the application of advanced analytical methods for the early detection of fraud and the integration of data from national and European sources to support faster and more effective cross-border investigations.
Statements from officials
In his opening address, Treasury director-general and AFCOS Cyprus chairman Andreas Antoniades said digitalising controls is important to ensure the timely and effective protection of public and European resources.
“The digitalisation of controls is an important tool for the timely and effective protection of public and European resources,” Antoniades said.
“Technology must be utilised for the prevention, detection and investigation of fraud cases,” he added.
OLAF director-general Petr Klement said the joint effort to develop digital tools shows the determination of European institutions and the Cypriot Presidency to strengthen the protection of the EU’s financial interests in an increasingly complex digital environment.
“The joint effort to develop digital tools demonstrates the determination of the European institutions and the Cypriot Presidency to strengthen the protection of the European Union’s financial interests in an increasingly complex digital environment,” Klement said.
