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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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Monday.com To Cut 20% Of Workforce As It Expands AI Strategy

Monday.com, the Israeli workplace software company, is laying off about 630 employees, or roughly 20% of its workforce, as it restructures the business to support a leaner operating model and accelerate investment in artificial intelligence.

Restructuring Around AI

In a regulatory filing, the company said the workforce reduction is intended to better align resources with its AI strategy, which has become a central focus of its product development.

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Earlier this year, Monday.com expanded its AI offering by introducing the Monday.com AI Work Platform, designed to integrate AI agents into day-to-day business workflows.

The platform includes a no-code app builder, a customizable AI agent, workflow automation tools and a chatbot capable of generating reports, updating dashboards and assisting with routine tasks.

Part Of A Wider Industry Trend

Monday.com’s restructuring reflects a broader shift across the technology sector, where companies are reducing costs while increasing investment in AI development and infrastructure.

According to Layoffs.fyi, tech layoffs rose sharply in May, with 78% of companies citing AI-related restructuring as a factor behind job cuts this year. More than 122,000 technology roles have been eliminated worldwide in 2026, according to the tracker.

Restructuring Costs

Monday.com expects to record restructuring charges of between $45 million and $55 million as a result of the layoffs. The move highlights how software companies are reallocating resources to support AI-focused products and services as competition in the sector intensifies.