Future Talks Cyprus

Before turning 35, Mariano Kostelec had already built an impressive entrepreneurial portfolio. He helped lead Groupon's Asian expansion, co-founded Uniplaces (raising over $25M), and launched StudentFinance, revolutionizing career development for the AI era. StudentFinance, with over $50 million in funding, democratizes access to upskilling through innovative financing, making cutting-edge ed...

In the latest Future Talks episode, we sit down with Nissan Raz, co-founder and CEO of Robonote. ( www.robonote.io )  He shares how solving his own business challenges led to creating Robonote, now revolutionizing client management in call centers. We also explore the joys and hurdles of running an international startup from Cyprus. Tune in for a truly inspiring story. 

Constantinos Savvides, Head of Operations at the Center for Entrepreneurship, UCY, joins us at Future Talks to discuss the competition and share some tips and insights for interested candidates. The Cyprus Entrepreneurship Competition (CyEC) at the University of Cyprus is probably the first entrepreneurship competition in the country. Running for more than a decade, it offers a platform for new id...

In Episode 132 of Future Talks, Michael Tyrimos of Capacitor Partners interviews Andreas Chrysafis, the CEO of AC Goldman. Chrysafis shares his inspiring journey in the ICT field, starting from his early days in the United States where he worked on Digital Signal Processing, DSP, projects for NASA on behalf of Motorola. He discusses his return to Cyprus, where he played a pivotal role in the digit...

In episode 131 of Future Talks, Michael Tyrimos from Capacitor Partners sits down with Gerasimos Ntouskas, a leading tech professional and Board Member of Technology Consulting at KPMG in Cyprus. They discuss the opportunities for Cypriot ICT companies in the Middle East amid the region's ongoing technology investments and advancements. The discussion touches upon current trends, potential op...

Today we welcome Felix Vladimirsky, Chief Revenue Officer of Quadcode, to discuss his remarkable journey from a product manager to the leadership of a hyper-growth fintech company. We'll delve into his experiences within the Cyprus business environment and learn more about the upcoming Quadcode hackathon on June 15th - The event, focusing on personalization and the use of AI in fintech, offer...

In today’s episode of Future Talks, we sit down with Stavriana Nathanail, the newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer at Digital Tree Group and a standout figure in the Cypriot startup ecosystem. We delve into her remarkable journey, starting as a postman in her hometown and assisting her grandmother with branding traditional foods, to her rise as a marketer for leading brands. We'll also dis...

On today's episode of Future Talks, we're excited to have Maro Manoli, a shining example from Junior Achievement Cyprus. Maro and her team have designed E-mbracelet, an innovative app that uses sound analysis to prevent crises for those with ASD - Showcasing the power of technology and heartfelt dedication.

In today's episode of Future Talks, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Antonia Machlouzarides-Shalit, an outstanding Cypriot founder and neuroscientist making significant strides abroad. Leading NeuroPin, her med-tech startup in Sophia-Antipolis, France, she is pioneering the use of AI in neuroradiology, aiming to globally transform radiology and patient care through Federated Learning. Dr. M...

In today's episode, we welcome Dr. Michael Sirivianos, who introduces us to Fact Check Cyprus, the newly established center at the Cyprus University of Technology. The center's mission encompasses two primary objectives: first, it aims to dismantle fake news, and second, it seeks to educate the public on combating misinformation and enhancing digital literacy. This initiative is designed...

In this episode, we welcome Fotis Karkampoulias, co-founder of atokes.com . This innovative platform is pioneering the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) model in Cyprus, a method increasingly favored by millennials and Generation Z according to recent studies. Atokes.com is not just a payment platform; it's at the forefront of integrating advanced open banking technologies. The startup has successfull...

 Today's discussion features Sotiris Pittas, co-founder of BolsterUp, as we delve into their remarkable journey. Learn how they secured 100 paying customers before launch, attracted investors from the UAE, and are now gearing up for a public launch, marking a significant milestone in the construction industry's digital transformation.

Episode 122 of Future Talks features the journey of Lambros Nicolaou, co-founder of Prezzius. We delve into his entrepreneurial spirit that led to the launching of Cyprus's first flexible gift card. Prezzius revolutionizes gifting, offering a versatile platform for buying and sending gift cards from renowned brands. #FutureTalks #EntrepreneurialJourney #Prezzius #GiftCardInnovation

Future Talks Episode 121: We are excited to welcome Evangelina Fysa, Founder at Bungálow 28 and Co-Founder at Tallulah Resortwear. Dive into her journey of co-launching an international sustainable resortwear brand through Tallulah, and her expertise in fashion tech and branding at Bungálow 28, serving notable businesses in the hospitality and fashion space. #FutureTalks #SustainableFashion #Fashi...

In Episode 120 of Future Talks, we are thrilled to host Constantinos Charalambides, a renowned figure in the world of football as both a celebrated player and coach. Our conversation dives into the pivotal role of data as a transformative feedback tool in enhancing athletic performance. We delve into Charalambides' engagement with the innovative platform, Science of Sports. This platform offe...

In Episode 119 of Future Talks, Vas Joseph, co-founder of Freyia Labs, shares his journey of transitioning from marketing to starting a food business. A pivotal car accident and the circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted Vas to pursue his passion for cultivating fungi, which evolved into a successful startup he runs with his wife.

"Future Talks Episode 118 welcomes Georgina Kyriakoudes, CEO and Founder of Aria Health. We delve into Georgina's journey of creating a blockchain solution for improved healthcare data management, a system now adopted by medical institutions in Cyprus and abroad. Learn how she strategically used Cyprus as a launchpad, her upcoming expansion plans in Dubai, and the critical role of blockc...

Future Talks Episode 117 welcomes Dr. Tasos Kounoudes, Founder and CEO at SignalGeneriX. We explore Tasos's thrilling journey as a scientist returning from the UK to Cyprus to start his own innovation firm two decades ago. Our discussion encompasses the growth of the tech ecosystem in Cyprus, the burgeoning defense technology sector spearheaded by firms like SignalGeneriX, and its promising p...

Future Talks Episode 115 welcomes Andreas Constantinides from Odyssey Cybersecurity. We discuss why cybersecurity matters in our world and schools, and how we can better prepare for cyber attacks. Andreas also shares insights about his new book "CyberSecurity 101 - Fundamentals for Junior Engineers and Job Seekers," a great resource for beginners in the field. Tune in for more! Useful li...

Future Talks Episode 116 welcomes Andreas Tziarras, CEO of OneJar and Flexible Workspace. Our conversation covers his inspiring journey from being the global head of HR at a significant maritime company to launching his own ventures. Andreas shares about how OneJar and Flexible Workspace use analytics and data-driven practices to help firms unlock their teams' full potential and evolve into m...

🎤In Future Talks Episode 114, we engage in a meaningful discussion with Sotiris Themistokleous, Director of Strategic Development at the Center for Social Innovation (CSI). We delve into how CSI, through astute strategic development, has quickly become a leader in several international projects. Additionally, we discuss the upcoming social enterprise law in Cyprus and its potential implications f...

Yiorgos Chrysanthou, General Director of CYENS, is our next guest on Future Talks. Hear about the center's research, work on immersive technologies, collaborations with industry giants like Sony, and plans to build a tech hub around their location. Tune in for more. #FutureTalks #CYENS

Future Talks Episode 111: Unleashing Blockchain - A Future Estate Perspective :🏡. Alexis Nicolaou, Partner at Grant Thornton Cyprus, joins us to navigate the potential and the hurdles of blockchain across various sectors, with a special focus on real estate. Our conversation illuminates its growing influence in Cyprus. One of the highlights is the "FuturEstate Alliance", a strategic col...

Dive into Episode 112 of Future Talks with special guest, Evagoras Xydas, Founder and CEO of iReRobot. 🤖 Trace Evagoras' fascinating journey from Kazakhstan to Cyprus,🌍 the launch of his transformative startup, and its recent milestone - a €300,000 seed fund investment from Kinisis Ventures Fund I. Unveil the game-changing potential of iReRobot's wearable tech devices, ACETT and BE-PRO...