Nicosia, Cyprus. The American Chamber of Commerce in Cyprus (AmCham Cyprus) held its Executive Forum 2026 on Monday, focusing on how artificial intelligence is reshaping competitiveness and regulation. The event brought together government officials, business leaders and technology experts.
Forum focus
The event, titled “From Compliance to Competitiveness: The Complete AI Leadership Agenda,” was organised by the chamber’s Digital Transformation and Fintech Committee and drew an audience from across the public and private sectors. It provided a platform for discussion on how organisations can turn regulatory compliance into a driver of innovation and competitive advantage in an increasingly AI-driven economy.
Opening remarks and keynote
Opening the forum, Regional Manager Cyprus at Fortinet and head of the AmCham Digital Transformation and Fintech Committee Paris P. Savva highlighted the growing importance of artificial intelligence. “AI is becoming a defining driver of competitiveness and a strategic priority for organisations across industries,” he said.
The keynote address was delivered by Kyndryl Vital global lead Khaliq Khan, who outlined a global perspective on AI-powered transformation. “Organisations are increasingly adopting AI-first approaches to reinvent customer experience, optimise operations and unlock new value through data-driven decision-making,” he said.
EU AI Act discussion
Professor of European Law and Reform and head of the School of Law at UCLan Cyprus Stéphanie Laulhé Shaelou gave an overview of the EU AI Act, explaining its core principles, risk classifications and regulatory requirements. She said the evolving European framework presents both challenges and opportunities for organisations seeking to innovate responsibly while remaining compliant.
Panel discussion
The first panel discussion, moderated by Capacitor Partners managing director Michael Tyrimos, examined how AI can unlock innovation and enhance business competitiveness.