Cypriot Robotics Teams Shine at International LEGO League Competitions

by News Editor

May 10, 2025

In an inspiring display of talent and innovation, two Cypriot student robotics teams have proudly showcased their skills at prestigious global events during the 2025 FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) season, which focused on the fascinating theme of ocean exploration.

Support and Coordination

Backed by the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) and coordinated by the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS), teams ROBOTHEADZ and Robomac journeyed to the United States and Greece, bringing Cypriot creativity and teamwork in STEM to an international audience.

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ROBOTHEADZ Triumphs in Houston

ROBOTHEADZ, under the coaching of Dr. Pericles Cheng from STEM Education Cyprus, clinched the Champion’s Award at the FLL Cyprus 2025 competition, earning their spot at the global FIRST® Championship in Houston, Texas. The event, held from April 16 to 19, attracted over 50,000 participants from 160 countries.

Their innovative contributions included a high-tech diving mask powered by artificial intelligence, capable of real-time fish species identification to tackle invasive marine life. Ranking among the top 100 teams, ROBOTHEADZ was a beacon of Cypriot ingenuity.

Robomac’s Success in Greece

Representing Technical School Makarios III, Robomac participated in the FIRST® LEGO® League Open International in Corinth, Greece from May 2-4. Their innovative approach and technical acumen earned them the Innovation Project Award, securing their second place among 48 teams from 40 countries.

Promoting Cypriot Innovation

The Cyprus Computer Society commended the teams and their coaches while reinforcing its mission to drive student interest in STEM fields through various upcoming events.

To explore more about CCS initiatives, visit their website or check their social media for updates.

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Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 17, 2026

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

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Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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