Deloitte event in Limassol highlights Cyprus technology ecosystem

Limassol, Cyprus. Deloitte brought together more than 20 startups and scaleups on September 17 for the second edition of its “Cultivating Success Stories of Innovation” event, highlighting the international potential of Cyprus’ technology ecosystem.

The event involved entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders through Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 programme and the ARIS (A Really Inspiring Story) accelerator.

Growth and international expansion

Held under the theme “Cultivating Success Stories of Innovation”, the event focused on challenges faced by technology businesses as they progress from early growth to international expansion.

In an announcement on Monday, Deloitte said the event aimed to celebrate the momentum, ambition and increasing international reach of the startup and scaleup ecosystem in Cyprus and the Middle East.

Support programmes

Deloitte Cyprus supports the local innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem through its Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre (IEC).

The centre oversees ARIS, a non-profit accelerator that helps startups and scaleups grow through mentorship, funding opportunities and access to a wider support network.

Deloitte launched the Technology Fast 50 programme in Cyprus and the Middle East in 2021, providing recognition for some of the region’s fastest-growing technology companies.

The company said the initiatives provide technology ventures with mentorship, resources and recognition, while supporting innovative businesses seeking to scale, compete and develop internationally.

Keynote address

The Limassol event provided networking opportunities for founders, investors and other participants in the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Chief Scientist of the Republic of Cyprus Demetris Skourides delivered the keynote address, addressing the changing innovation landscape and opportunities for emerging technology companies.