2026 will be a year of transition and growth for the Cypriot economy, laying the foundations for a more prosperous and sustainable future for Cyprus, both regionally and globally.

The expansion of the ICT sector, the relocation of tech companies to Cyprus, and the build-out of digital infrastructure are changing the profile of the economy and creating high-skilled employment.

Cyprus is shaping its identity as a regional technology hub. Its National AI Strategy drives the adoption of artificial intelligence across key sectors, while the fintech landscape has expanded significantly with international players setting up operations on the island.

TechIsland Chairperson Valentinos Polykarpou, explores the island’s pivotal moment of transformation as its fast-expanding tech and innovation ecosystem pushes it toward becoming a true destination economy built on talent, digital capacity, and global ambition.