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Placy, an AI-powered real estate assistant startup based in Limassol, Cyprus, has successfully raised €1 million in pre-seed funding. The round was led by Zubr Capital Investment Company, which is known for investing in fast-growing companies within the TMT sector. This latest funding will enable Placy to further enhance their white-label SaaS tool for B2B AI integrations and expand their operations into Greece, the UAE, and the UK. Learn more about Placy's innovative approach to real estate technology in this article by The SaaS News. https://lnkd.in/dPactuaD #AI #ArtificalIntelligence

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Athens, Greece based Apeiron Venture Capital recently first closed its new seed investment fund. 💸 €25M first close with backing from HDBI and a consortium of over 40 investors including family offices, institutional investors such as Eurobank, and corporate investors such as IQbility (CVC arm of Quest Group). The fund’s second closing is targeting €35 million in 2025. 💡 Investing over a period of four years in a portfolio of 20-25 #preseed to #seedstage technology enabled product and service start-ups across the #GenZ economy and #B2B #enterprisesoftware. Investment tickets range from €300k to €1m. 🌍 Primarily #Greece, the Greek Diaspora, and #Europe. 📈 The VC has historically investing at pre-seed into instacar and finloup, backing Mist.io which was acquired by Dell, co-founding Found.ation, among others. 💭 “We are convinced B2B-focused ventures from this part of Europe are poised to dominate, and Greece offers an untapped reservoir of talent ready to lead these innovations." - Nikos Antoniou, Founding Partner Apeiron Venture Capital 🗞️Cate Lawrence Tech.eu https://lnkd.in/eGFzGS7W 👏 For the #AudaciousInvestors unleashing innovation and empowering tomorrow🚀 Nik Antoniou I Dimitris Kalavros-Gousiou I Constantinos Nikolaidis I George Kartakis I Team Apeiron Venture Capital ... #venturecapital #vc #funds #startups #entrepreneurs #funding #tech #entrepreneurship #technology #innovation #venture #fund

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InvestPro Cyprus Limassol 2024 isn't just an event; it's an experience designed to maximize your networking potential and offer tangible benefits. As a delegate, your involvement goes beyond the traditional. Picture this: between each stand, stimulating conversations over coffee await, fostering connections and sparking ideas. Plus, as a token of our appreciation, each delegate will receive a visitors' bag filled with exclusive goodies at the start of the event. Here's why it's advantageous for your participation: 1. Networking Potential: InvestPro Cyprus provides a unique platform for you to network with industry professionals, experts, and potential collaborators. The stimulating conversations over coffee between stands facilitate meaningful connections and the exchange of ideas, fostering valuable relationships that can lead to future opportunities. 2. Tangible Benefits: Unlike many events where networking is the primary focus, InvestPro Cyprus goes a step further by offering you tangible benefits. The stylish visitors' bag filled with exclusive goodies serves as a token of appreciation, enhancing the overall experience and providing practical value beyond the event itself. 3. Professional Development: By participating in InvestPro Cyprus, you have the opportunity to gain insights, knowledge, and expertise from industry leaders and experts. The event's sessions, workshops, and discussions cover a wide range of relevant topics, contributing to delegates' professional development and growth. 4. Elevating Business: Ultimately, attending InvestPro Cyprus can help you elevate your businesses by expanding your networks, accessing valuable resources, and staying updated on industry trends and developments. The connections made and knowledge gained at the event can translate into new partnerships, collaborations, and business opportunities that drive success and growth. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and elevate your business! Haven't registered yet? 📅 Event: InvestPro Cyprus Limassol 2024 📍 Location: Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa 🗓️ Save the date: May 27, 2024 Don't miss out on networking, learning, and the beauty of #Cyprus. Reserve your spot today: Register Here https://lnkd.in/djQTs4U 🌟 #BoscoConference #InvestProCyprus2024 #NetworkingOpportunities #ProfessionalGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #CyprusEvent

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Fixed Income Focus: Discover the unique insights from Tarmo Sild, CEO and Co-Founder of Iute Group, as he shares why Iute Group is an extremely promising investment opportunity for those interested in the Balkan Peninsula region. As a seasoned CEO and Co-Founder who has been with the company since 2008 (!), Tarmo gave us a strong sense of direction and focus during the course of the interview. This was indeed reassuring energy for our investors on Kilde. Thank you for taking the time for the interview Tarmo! Since its inception, Iute Group has been a regional success story, generating profits by offering consumer finance, payment services, banking, and insurance products. Iute currently serves customers in Moldova, Albania, North Macedonia, and Bulgaria, with plans to expand its services, geographies, and brand ecosystem. The full interview covered a whole range of topics around Iute groups, highlighting: 1️⃣ Iute's background and business overview 2️⃣ Value streams driving Iute’s success 3️⃣ Emerging trends and challenges in the market 4️⃣ Growth priorities and future outlook for the group If you’re interested in the full interview, click the link in the comments section below. #privatecredit #fixedincome #privatedebt #assetbasedlending #Kilde #Singapore #wealthmanagement Disclaimer: This content is exclusively for accredited, professional, and institutional investors. It is not an offer of investment advice or an invitation to invest in Kilde's products. Please seek professional guidance before making any financial decisions. Tarmo Sild | Radek Jezbera | Oleg Kryukovskiy | TAY Han Jie | Johanna Krüger | Thel Su Hlaing | Hatadi Haziq M. H. | Yujia Li | Peiyu Zhao | Nay

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🎉 Recap: The Launch of Our Venture Capital Fund 🚀** We are thrilled to share the success of our recent event—the official launch of The Fibonacci Initiative's Venture Capital Fund, held in the innovative heart of Beer Sheva at the Gav-Yam Negev Building. 🌟 **Highlights from the Event:** 📅 **Date and Venue:** The launch took place in Beer Sheva at the Gav-Yam Negev Building, a hub of technological and entrepreneurial activity. We were honored to see so many thought leaders, investors, and innovators come together to celebrate this milestone with us. 🌐 **A New Era in Venture Capital:** At The Fibonacci Initiative, we are pioneering a new approach to identifying and nurturing leaders for various endeavors. Our unique methodology emphasizes social and psychological traits that align with our values and mission. We believe that true leadership goes beyond technical skills, encompassing qualities like empathy, resilience, and a collaborative spirit. 👥 **Engaging the Community:** During the event, we had insightful discussions on how our innovative social platform will facilitate the discovery and interaction of talents with unique social and psychological traits. Attendees explored how this network will spotlight emerging leaders and foster a community of credible individuals and institutions dedicated to addressing global challenges. 🧠 **Focused on the Whole Person:** Our approach is rooted in the understanding that the most impactful leaders are those who excel not only in their respective fields but also in their ability to inspire and connect with others. By focusing on social and psychological traits, we aim to support leaders who can drive forward our shared vision for sectors such as: - Construction Innovation - Robotics - Neurotech - Education - Desert Technology - Space Technology - Defense Technology - Cyber Defense - Supply Chain Technology - Biotech 💡 **Inspiring Innovation Together:** The event was more than a launch—it was a call to action for innovators, investors, and thought leaders to join us in this journey. By leveraging our social platform and micro-VC fund, we aim to create a robust ecosystem that nurtures and scales groundbreaking ideas and projects. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and contributed to the event's success. Together, we are setting the stage for a new wave of leadership and innovation. Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to collaborate! Gav-Yam Negev Advanced Technologies Park (ATP)

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EUR 6 million of the recent EUR 25 million Cyprus 3-month Treasury Bill issuance was acquired via Sophic, offering retail investors and businesses access to an annualized yield of 3.85%.  This is a clear indicator of shifting tides in investment preferences. Are you exploring new options for your cash?

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Pavlos Loizou on Forbes Cyprus The Future of Fintech Summit: For Ask Wire Scaling Was A Necessary Move The startup journey in Cyprus revealed a compelling need for scaling beyond its borders, primarily due to the small size of the local market and a notable gap in innovation. However, the limited market size meant that staying solely within Cyprus could hinder growth and impact potential. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dAjNvKQp

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Investing since 2012, PJ Tech Catalyst is a well-reputed VC firm that invests in seed-stage startups in Greece. Unlike other firms, this one isn't the most active investment network in Greece and only invests in 2 to 3 startups each year because of its rigorous screening tests. Investors are extra careful with their investments to ensure their funded startup can generate the maximum ROI and become a part of unicorn companies. The investment range of PJ Tech Catalyst is around €4M.

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General Atlantic, National Bank of Greece and EPSILON NET Controlling Shareholder, John Michos, have agreed to cooperate and submit a mandatory tender offer, aiming to acquire all outstanding voting shares of Epsilon Net and subsequently delist the company from the Athens Exchange. Souriadakis Tsibris with a team led by Michael Tsibris, and including Giannis Koumettis and Effie Papakonstantinou, advised and represented the shareholder in this particularly complicated and challenging transaction, thus demonstrating our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional legal advice and supporting our clients’ interests in high-profile and path-breaking deals! #SouriadakisTsibris #LawFirm #EpsilonNet #LegalAdvice

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QUBE Events is pleased to welcome Panagiotis (Panos) Tournavitis, CEO of Cooperative Bank of Karditsa, as a speaker at the 18th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum on 10-11 October 2024 at the Marriott Hotel, Athens, Greece. Panagiotis is participating in a panel discussion titled: “How Can Banks Navigate the Modern Financial Services Landscape: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities.” Key Topics Include: » Projecting the long-term evolution of payment methods » Integrating emerging technologies in future payment systems » Adoption of Digital Currencies: The rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and their impact on traditional banking. » Increased use of cryptocurrencies for everyday transactions » Personalised financial services and real-time transaction analysis Get ready to engage with Payments and Regtech experts! Book now to secure your spot and enjoy a 10% discount before it expires! Contact us at [email protected] to claim the discount! To register and access the agenda: https://bit.ly/47NmLO4 For more information on registration, please contact [email protected] #qubevents #Greece #Athens #Fintech #NPF #Payments #Regtech #Event2024 #Limassol #Cyprus #CEO #AI #Finance #Sponsor #Europe #Cyprus #DigitalPayments #Conference #Networking #Speakers #Forum #Regulatory #NextGen #AML #JoinUs #Compliance #Trends

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💼Company: Dynamic Works  💰Funding: $1.62 Million ⚡Round: New 👥Investors: Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation, Regulated fund The Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) DISRUPT Programme has awarded $1.62 million in funding to Dynamic Works, a company that provides technology to #financial services organizations. The company also supplied a promise from a regulated fund for an investment of €1 million, bringing the total equity raise to €2.5 million in accordance with the requirements of the DISRUPT program. The funds will be used for technology updates to Dynamic Works’ flagship product, #Syntellicore, a CRM solution for financial services organizations, according to the news statement shared with Finance Magnates. Read more -https://lnkd.in/eZjaMeC9 To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #FundingNews #DynamicWorks #Cyprus #Investment #Startup #News #Financial #FlagShipProduct

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As AI reshapes industries, are you equipped to innovate or at risk of being left behind? 🤖📡 The AI Mini Summit Cyprus brought together some of the brightest minds of the industry to explore the game–changing intersection of AI, big data and real-time analytics. Stefanos Michael, Partner in our Transformation and Technology Consulting services, joined a panel discussion entitled “Strategic Insights on Digital Transformation: Data, AI and the Future of Business Innovation”, where he provided insights on how businesses can leverage these recent technological advancements to stay competitive and adaptable in the newly defined digital landscape. 📟📲 #EYCyprus #BetterWorkingWorld #AI

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PGE&Co | P.G. Economides & Co Ltd was featured in a recent two-page spread in Gold magazine for the April 2024 edition. The insightful article, titled "Cyprus is becoming a magnet for tech companies" explores the booming IT sector in Cyprus, highlighting the key factors attracting businesses such as tax incentives, a talented workforce, and a healthy work-life balance. The article also analyses why Professional Support is essential for Tech companies. Read more in our website and download our article: bit.ly/4b7jFpD #cyprus #tech #article

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🚀 Breaking Barriers at the Startup World Cup Cyprus Finals 2024 presented by Unlimit! At this year’s finals, innovative startups from across Cyprus showcased solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Among them was Formulaw™️, led by Violetta Skittidi, Co-Founder and CEO. Formulaw is transforming the legal industry with a platform that automates and simplifies complex legal procedures, making legal services more accessible and affordable for everyone. The esteemed jury — Yuriy Romanyukha, Persia Georgiadou, CFA, Stavriana A. Kofteros, Dmitry Dosov, Theodoros Loukaidis, Carolos Georgallis, Panayiotis Philimis, and Yiannis Eftychiou — had the tough task of selecting a winner from such outstanding presentations. Curious to learn how Formulaw is revolutionizing the legal field? Read the full article to discover more about their pitch and the other groundbreaking startups! https://lnkd.in/dYu3NXtg #StartupWorldCup #Innovation #LegalTech #CyprusStartups #Entrepreneurship #Unlimit #Formulaw

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Could Greece become the next big ecosystem success story in Europe? Let’s see what Sifted and top founders in the Greek Tech ecosystem have to say 🔥 With over 1,000 startups valued at more than $12 billion, our tech landscape is buzzing with innovation and potential 🌟 and Sifted covered just that, by talking to founders from the ecosystem in their article: https://lnkd.in/dfjt95aK From the phenomenal growth of scaleups like Blueground and Viva Wallet to the emergence of new stars founded by former employees, we’re witnessing a powerful multiplier effect. As successful startups create jobs, inspire new entrepreneurs, and attract international investment, Greece is rapidly becoming a hub for talent and opportunity 🌍 Sifted spoke with Greek tech founders featured in Batch VII of our Scale Up by Endeavor Greece program - highlighting the value of having a community that navigates the unique challenges of scaling in our dynamic yet evolving ecosystem 🤝 Read more about how Greece is attracting global attention and nurturing a new generation of tech pioneers 📖 👉 https://lnkd.in/dfjt95aK #sifted #greektech #innovation #entrepreneurship #endeavorgr

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🚀 Looking for the next big investment opportunity? Cyprus is emerging as a top choice for investors, and we’ve got the inside scoop! In our latest article, we dive deep into the key reasons why investing in Cyprus is a smart move, with a focus on the growing opportunities in tech and innovation! Read more here: https://buff.ly/3ZnZPn5 #InvestInCyprus #TechInnovation #GlobalBusiness #CyprusOpportunities #InvestmentGuide #Entrepreneurship

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QUBE Events is pleased to announce Panagiotis (Panos) Tournavitis, CEO at Cooperative Bank of Karditsa, as a speaker at the 18th NextGen Payments & RegTech Forum on 10-11 October 2024 at the Marriott Hotel, Athens, Greece. Panagiotis is participating in a panel discussion titled: “Envisioning the Future of Financial Transactions.” Key Topics Include: » Projecting the long-term evolution of payment methods » Integrating emerging technologies in future payment systems » Adoption of Digital Currencies: The rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and their impact on traditional banking. » Increased use of cryptocurrencies for everyday transactions » Personalised financial services and real-time transaction analysis Get ready to engage with Payments and Regtech experts! Book now to secure your spot and enjoy a 10% discount before it expires! Contact us at [email protected] to claim the discount! To register and access the agenda: https://bit.ly/47NmLO4 For more information on registration, please contact [email protected] #qubevents #Greece #Athens #Fintech #NPF #Payments #Regtech #Event2024 #Limassol #Cyprus #CEO #AI #Finance #Sponsor #Europe #Cyprus #DigitalPayments #Conference #Networking #Speakers #Forum #Regulatory #NextGen #AML #JoinUs #Compliance #Trends

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