DEMO Day 2025 is set to become Cyprus’ most significant startup and investor gathering, bringing together top startups, investors and industry leaders to shape the future of entrepreneurship. The event will take place on April 3, 2025, at 5.30pm at the American University of Beirut − Mediterraneo (AUB Mediterraneo) in Paphos, offering a platform for startups to showcase their ideas and for investors to discover high-potential ventures.

Organised by Octopus Capital and Crowdbase, with AUB Mediterraneo Innovation Centre and AUB iPark as key partners, DEMO Day 2025 will feature startup pitches, keynote talks, panel discussions, networking sessions, and an exhibition area. An awards ceremony will also honour outstanding innovations, providing attendees the opportunity to connect with investors, mentors and industry leaders.

“This event marks a new era for the startup scene in Cyprus, offering unprecedented access to investment and collaboration opportunities,” said Yiannis Ioannou, Managing Director of Octopus Capital.

“At AUB Mediterraneo, we are proud to host DEMO Day 2025, an event that underscores our commitment to driving innovation and supporting the region’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem,” added Dr Wassim el Hajj, Rector of AUB Mediterraneo. “This collaboration is a perfect example of how academia and industry can come together to shape the future of entrepreneurship.”

For his part, Dr Yousif Asfour, AUB Chief Innovation and Transformation Officer hailed the entrepreneurial potential of the gathering. “Innovation flourishes where bold ideas meet the right opportunities,” he said. “DEMO Day 2025 is more than a showcase—it’s a launchpad for transforming visionary concepts into real-world impact. At AUB, we are committed to building an ecosystem where entrepreneurs and investors connect, collaborate, and shape the future together.”

DEMO Day 2025 will take place on April 3, 2025, at 5.30pm at AUB Mediterraneo in Paphos.

To learn more and register, visit: lu.ma/rn4w4yzh.