National Bank of Greece to hold Innovation Cyprus 2.0 event in Nicosia — Cyprus Mail
The National Bank of Greece will hold the Innovation Cyprus 2.0 event in Nicosia, Cyprus, on October 7, 2026, with the participation of representatives from Microsoft, Mastercard, Amazon Web Services and investment funds. As Cyprus Mail reports, the event will take place at the bank’s administrative building as part of the INSPIRE entrepreneurship festival.
Technology and investment
According to the bank, the initiative is intended to strengthen ties between Cyprus’ innovation ecosystem and international technology and financial networks, as well as create opportunities for cooperation among businesses, academic institutions, startups and investment organizations.
Executives from Microsoft Greece, Cyprus & Malta, Mastercard Greece, Cyprus & Malta, and Amazon Web Services Greece, Cyprus & Malta will participate in the program. They are expected to share their experience in digital transformation, the use of emerging technologies and the development of innovation in companies.
Discussion participants
The Innovation & Funds thematic discussion will focus on investment and venture financing. Representatives of Uni.Fund VC, Metavallon, L-Stone Capital, Big Pi Ventures and Investing for Purpose will take part.
More current news is available on the UA.News Telegram channel Telegram.
The bank stated that the presence of technology companies and funds will make it possible to discuss trends shaping the future of the economy, conditions for startup development and scaling, as well as the links between the Cypriot market and technology, innovation and financial networks in Greece and other countries.
Startup support program
The initiative is part of the National Bank of Greece’s NBG Business Seeds program, aimed at supporting innovative entrepreneurship. Over 17 years, it has provided young scientists, research teams and startups with mentoring support, networking opportunities and access to financial instruments.
According to the bank, the NBG Business Seeds Innovation and Technology Competition has attracted more than 9,260 participants and 5,416 business proposals. A total of 152 winning teams were selected, and €790,000 in cash prizes was awarded. Applications for the 17th competition will be accepted until October 14, 2026.
