Inside Cyprus’ Startup Scene with Panis Pieri

Cyprus’ startup ecosystem didn’t appear overnight, it was built slowly, event by event, founder by founder, and story by story. Few people have witnessed that journey as closely as Panis Pieri, one of the most familiar faces in the island’s innovation scene.In this episode of Made in Cyprus, we talk about how the ecosystem began, the impact of expat founders, the challenges early-stage startups face, and the need for stronger collaboration between cities. Panis also breaks down why mindset matters, how founders can think global from day one, and what the island must fix, from infrastructure to commercialising university research, to become a true launchpad for innovation.Whether you’re a founder, investor, or simply curious about Cyprus’ potential, this conversation offers a clear view of what the next decade could hold for the island’s startup scene.Brought to you by Factory39 and Martin Zarian.