{"id":27024,"date":"2025-11-21T09:00:37","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T07:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.research.org.cy\/?p=27024"},"modified":"2025-11-20T17:01:05","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T15:01:05","slug":"rif-showcases-cyprus-innovation-ecosystem-at-slush-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.research.org.cy\/en\/rif-showcases-cyprus-innovation-ecosystem-at-slush-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"RIF showcases Cyprus\u2019 innovation ecosystem at SLUSH 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

2<\/strong>1<\/strong> November 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

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RIF showcases Cyprus\u2019 innovation ecosystem <\/strong>at SLUSH 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A Cypriot delegation of 14 startups showcased the dynamic growth of the country\u2019s <\/em>Research & Innovation ecosystem<\/em><\/p>\n

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Cyprus made a strong impression at SLUSH 2025, one of the world\u2019s leading innovation and startup festivals, with the participation of the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) and 14 Cypriot startups representing the new generation of innovative ideas and technologies emerging from the country.<\/p>\n

SLUSH 2025 took place on 19\u201320 November in Helsinki, gathering more than 13,000 participants, including 3,500 investors and 6,000 startup founders from around the world, and provided a unique platform for networking and showcasing cutting-edge innovation.<\/p>\n

The delegation consisted of RIF executives and representatives of 14 Cypriot startups that have been funded or supported through RIF programmes. These include, Sim4Flow, Movingdoors, Wedding Aliens, Mentormatic, Appreci, Mamatech, Rinnoco, MetaForge Labs, Nanomicron, S.E. Compass Medical, Algamol, GENIONS BIOLAB, ISDI and Vycto. The participating companies presented their work and the pioneering solutions they offer in fields such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, medical technology, digital innovation, and sustainable development.<\/p>\n

Throughout meetings and interactions held during the event, members of the Cypriot delegation highlighted the dynamic growth of the local research and innovation ecosystem, positioning Cyprus as an emerging technology hub in the wider Southeast European region.<\/p>\n

Theodoros Loukaidis, Director General of RIF, stated: \u201cCyprus is now home to a new generation of visionary founders, proving that innovation knows no boundaries. Through RIF\u2019s flagship programmes, we empower startups to strengthen their capabilities, attract private investment, and grow internationally. Our presence at SLUSH 2025 highlights the dynamic of our ecosystem and Cyprus\u2019 commitment to actively contributing to global technological progress.\u201d<\/p>\n

RIF\u2019s participation in the SLUSH festival forms part of the Foundation\u2019s broader efforts to enhance international networking, attract investment and strengthen the extroversion of Cypriot companies, providing startups with access to global markets, collaborations and investment opportunities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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