Cyprus' Growing Entrepreneurship Scene Showcased at The Ventures Award Final
The Ventures Award Cyprus Final took place on September 23 at The Warehouse by IT Quarter, showcasing the island's growing entrepreneurship scene. The event revealed a 2025 contractor market report, highlighting the increasing role of contract workers in corporate workforces.
The event brought together Cyprus's most promising startups with international investors and corporate leaders. Five standout teams were named winners: Complytek, Cardoo, Naoma, LearnLink, and Balancy. R136 Ventures served as the General Partner, guiding B2B SaaS and Fintech startups. The event was supported by 4dev.com and Royal Pine, offering exclusive packages to finalists.
The Ventures chose Cyprus to highlight its emergence as a key hub for entrepreneurship in the Mediterranean. The event is part of an ongoing series that will include Singapore, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Portugal. Since its launch, The Ventures has connected over 2,900 startups and 250 venture funds worldwide. The 2025 contractor market report unveiled at the event revealed that contract workers now comprise 20-25% of corporate workforces.
The Ventures Award Cyprus Final successfully highlighted the island's growing entrepreneurship scene. The event connected promising startups with investors, with R136 Ventures providing guidance. The 2025 contractor market report revealed the increasing role of contract workers in corporate workforces. The Ventures continues to expand, with upcoming editions in Singapore, San Francisco, Washington DC, and Portugal.
