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Cyprus Launches “Digital Citizen” App, Strengthening Ties with Greece on Digital Transformation

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

December 6, 2024

The Republic of Cyprus marked a significant step in its digital evolution with the launch of the “Digital Citizen” application on December 5. Built to the standards of Greece’s “Gov.gr Wallet,” the app represents a deepening collaboration between Cyprus and Greece in digital transformation, according to a joint statement by Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy and Greece’s Ministry of Digital Governance.

The new app is now available for download on Google Play and the App Store. This milestone follows a memorandum of understanding between the two ministries, aimed at sharing expertise, best practices, and know-how in developing digital tools and services for citizens.

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Looking ahead, the “Digital Citizen” and “Gov.gr Wallet” applications are expected to achieve full interoperability by the first quarter of 2025. Once operational, digital documents from both platforms will be mutually recognised, streamlining identification and transactions for citizens in Cyprus and Greece.

Greece’s Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, called the “Digital Citizen” app a pivotal achievement, describing it as “the Cypriot equivalent of our Gov.gr Wallet.” He emphasized the importance of collaboration in the digital sphere, stating that the exchange of expertise and innovative practices is crucial for addressing challenges at a European level.

“Digital transformation is a multidimensional effort,” Papastergiou said. “Our partnership sets an example for how countries can tackle significant issues collaboratively, delivering the best outcomes for their citizens.”

The launch of the “Digital Citizen” app underscores the shared commitment of Cyprus and Greece to embracing technology and enhancing the lives of their citizens through innovative solutions.

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Elevating Infant Nutrition: Nara Organics Unveils Premium Organic Formula

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 30, 2025

The Origins Of A Vision

When Esther Hallam welcomed her daughter Nara into the world, she immediately confronted a formidable challenge: identifying a trustworthy, high-quality organic infant formula. In a U.S. market dominated by cost-cutting practices—such as the use of skim milk supplemented with oils to meet nutritional standards—Hallam observed a disconnect between established availability and uncompromised quality. Research linking corn syrup to obesity and palm oil to reduced calcium absorption only reinforced her resolve to seek a safer alternative.

Redefining Industry Standards

Frustrated by the limitations of existing options, Hallam devoted seven years to developing an organic, whole-milk formula with the expertise of leading scientists and pediatric nutritionists. Nara Organics distinguishes itself by offering the highest percentage of milk fat of any formula on the U.S. market and a significantly reduced reliance on plant-based oils. The carefully selected blend of organic sunflower, coconut, and rapeseed oils not only meets nutritional needs but also minimizes potential health risks inherent to additives like palm oil, soy, and corn syrup.

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Manufacturing Excellence In Germany

Rather than manufacturing domestically—a decision influenced by previous concerns over Cronobacter contamination in American facilities—Nara Organics leverages the advanced, oxygen-controlled production environment of a German facility, widely regarded as the birthplace of powdered infant formula. Chief Marketing Officer Meika Hollender detailed that their unique manufacturing process, which minimizes oxygen exposure during can sealing, substantially extends shelf life and preserves formula integrity, setting a new standard in infant nutrition.

Strategic Investment And Market Impact

Backed by $32 million from prominent investors including AlleyCorp, BBG Ventures, Corazon Ventures, Gingerbread Capital, and Torch Capital, Nara Organics has also garnered support from high-profile celebrity investors such as Serena Williams, Gina Rodriguez, and Nicky Hilton. This robust investment positions the company at the vanguard of an organic infant formula market projected to grow from $20.7 billion in 2023 to $37 billion by 2032.

Enhancing Consumer Accessibility And Community Commitment

Nara Organics is available for purchase directly via its website, subscription models, and a dedicated mobile app that assists parents in tracking essential aspects of infant care. To underscore its commitment to community well-being, the company is donating over 1,400 cans of formula to the Good+ Foundation, which strives to alleviate multi-generational poverty by providing essential services to under-resourced families.

By merging state-of-the-art production with a commitment to organic, high-quality ingredients, Nara Organics is poised to redefine the benchmarks of infant nutrition in a competitive, evolving market.