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The startup scene in Cyprus
Nicosia is the location of CYENS, a center focused on interactive media, smart systems, emerging technologies, and immersive technology transfer.
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Nicosia is the location of CYENS, a center focused on interactive media, smart systems, emerging technologies, and immersive technology transfer.
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Nicosia ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #346 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 81 to 90 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
14 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Nicosia
Investors 9
Investor
InvestorBoutique investment consulting and venture advisory.
InvestorEmpowering early-stage ventures with capital and expertise.
The 3 most prominent of 9. Browse all investors
Venture studios 3
Venture studioTransforming ideas into scalable digital products.
Venture studioAccelerating cultural growth through technology.
Venture studioRevolutionizing the venture landscape.
Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating business growth for a positive impact.
Incubators 1
IncubatorEmpowering startups and fostering innovation in Cyprus.
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Your way in
Raising in Nicosia
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Nicosia
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Get startups that fitScouting in Nicosia
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Nicosia
CYENS is a Nicosia-based center focused on interactive media, smart systems, emerging technologies and immersive technology transfer.
Source: CYENS in short
Questions about Nicosia
How does Nicosia rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #346 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Nicosia?
9 investors based in Nicosia have a profile here, including Saratoga Capital Partners, TeamVision Group and GETVISION. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Nicosia?
Yes. Nicosia has 1 accelerator, 1 incubator and 3 venture studios on record, including Allied Accelerators, IDEA Innovation Center and Kakushin.
Geographic proximity
Nearby cities to Nicosia
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