Startups and Innovation

Founded in 2021, TechIsland has grown to be Cyprus’ largest tech association, now comprising over 270 member companies The organisation’s core mission is to transform Cyprus into a leading tech hub. “...

Cypriot firm Ask Wire, a real estate data analytics company, which has provided its services to the Cyprus government, systemic banks, insurance companies and investors, this week announced that it ...

The Cyprus Computer Society (CCS) on Thursday announced that, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Sports and Youth, is organising this year’s Cyprus Olympiad in Informatics, for Secondary ...

Swittle, a fintech company, is dedicated to optimising the receivables process, enabling business owners to focus more on what they love: running and expanding their businesses ‘Sustainability in fintech represents ...

Over 70 bilateral meetings between Cypriot and foreign businesses from 15 countries took place within the framework of an international event in Limassol the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce (Keve/CCC) announced. Participating ...

Cyprus’ dynamic research and innovation scene had a strong showing at this year’s SLUSH 2023, an innovation-driven startup event held in the heart of Helsinki every year. The event attracted ...

From its humble beginnings in 2014 to processing almost $4.5 billion USD in approved transactions in 2023, Praxis Tech’s journey represents the best of Cyprus’ potential in the FinTech domain. Cyprus 4.0 engages ...

As the Chief Marketing Officer at Adsterra, Gala Grigoreva’s role involves overseeing branding and marketing from every angle and driving product growth by fostering continuous connections between the market ...

Students from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cyprus recently engaged in an educational initiative with Cyfield Group, according to an announcement released on Monday. ...

• Apply to IDEA, the largest innovation centre in Cyprus • 89 startups and 200+ entrepreneurs • 50+ startup awards in Cyprus and abroad • Guidance from 70+ mentors and 40+ trainers The constant upgrades in technology, the digital “...

The fifth edition of Cyprus 4.0 for 2023 focuses on Cyprus’ innovation and startup ecosystem, as well as the island’s leading international tech businesses that are contributing to Cyprus’ growth as ...

In a move set to propel the technology sector’s momentum further, Cyprus expects significant growth from the proposed modernisation of the legislative framework governing citizenships. According to InBusiness News, ...

Cypriot startup accelerator ARIS (A Really Inspiring Space) this week announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with finance firm XM, resulting in the company becoming an official ...

The Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) this week announced two new sponsorship programmes aimed at bolstering the energy sector and facilitating the green transition in Cyprus. According to a press ...

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence could reduce wages, but so far is creating, not destroying jobs, especially for the young and highly-skilled, research published by the European Central Bank ...

Non-profit technology organisation TechIsland and Adsterra on Tuesday announced the inauguration of the Women in Tech® Cyprus Chapter, an initiative poised to empower women in technology. According to the announcement, ...

The Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy has set its sights on positioning Cyprus as a dominant force in research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and high technology. In an ambitious ...

Cyprus has emerged as a thriving hub for video game developers and tech innovators, drawing in global gaming companies owing to its skilled workforce and creative environment. In this context, ...

In the evolving landscape of educational solutions, I.G. Perfect eClass Limited, a Paphos-based startup, stands as a notable example of success, reflecting a commitment to innovation and resilience in ...

The Bank of Cyprus’ Innovation Centre, known as IDEA, this week officially announced the commencement of new applications from people with innovative ideas that have the potential to transform into ...

Microsoft (MSFT.O) emerged on Monday as the big winner of the upheaval at OpenAI, hiring ousted CEO Sam Altman and other key staff of the startup to avert a ...

Cypriot startup accelerator ARIS, short for A Really Inspiring Space, and Frederick University this week announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate the growth of youth ...

Energy Minister makes case for Cyprus as a centre for international technology companies Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry George Papanastasiou presented Cyprus as an attractive destination for technology and ...

Cyprus’ Research and Innovation Foundation (Idek) on Monday announced that the submission period for proposals in the latest call for its pre-seed programme concluded on November 3, with an impressive 134 startups ...