Cyprus Trails EU In Digital Reading Despite Growth

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 27, 2026

Digital Reading Trends in Europe

New data from Eurostat show that 7.87% of internet users in Cyprus purchased e-books or audiobooks in 2025. The figure remains below the EU average of 9.5%, but reflects year-on-year growth as digital formats continue to influence reading habits across Europe.

Cyprus’ Steady Progress

Cyprus recorded an increase of 4 percentage points compared with the previous year. The rise indicates a gradual shift toward digital media consumption, supported by wider access to online platforms and changing user preferences.

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Comparative EU Benchmarks

Higher adoption rates were recorded in Ireland at 24.5%, Denmark at 22.5%, and Croatia at 21.0%. Lower levels were observed in Hungary, Italy, Slovenia, and Latvia, where adoption remained below 5%, illustrating variation across the EU.

Growth Leaders And Declining Markets

Croatia recorded the largest increase, rising by 16 percentage points year on year. Additional growth was reported in Greece at 7.2 percentage points and Germany at 3.7 percentage points. At the same time, declines were observed in Finland, Portugal, and Malta, indicating uneven adoption trends across markets.

Looking Ahead

Digital reading and audio content consumption continue to expand across Europe. For Cyprus, recent growth suggests increasing engagement with digital formats, while the gap with higher-adoption markets remains a key benchmark for further development.

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Cyprus Ranks Among EU Leaders In Tertiary-Educated ICT Workforce

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 25, 2026

High Educational Attainment Sets Cyprus Apart

Recent data from Eurostat showed that Cyprus is expected to rank among the leading European countries for tertiary-educated ICT professionals in 2025. According to the figures, 96.4% of ICT professionals in Cyprus are projected to hold tertiary education qualifications, placing the country among the highest-ranked members of the European Union.

Gender Disparity Remains A Critical Challenge

Despite the high level of educational attainment, the ICT workforce in Cyprus continues to show a significant gender imbalance. Men are projected to account for 85.1% of ICT employees in 2025, while women are expected to represent 14.9% of the sector. In 2024, the split stood at 70.9% for men and 29.1% for women. The figures highlighted a widening gender gap within the country’s ICT workforce.

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European Union Trends And Comparative Analysis

Across the European Union, the number of ICT professionals is projected to increase to 3.4 million in 2025 from 3.2 million in 2024, representing annual growth of 5.1%. Men are expected to account for 83.4% of ICT employment across the bloc, equivalent to approximately 2.8 million workers, while women are projected to represent 16.6%.

National Performance Variability In Gender Representation

Countries within the EU show a varied landscape: the highest percentages of male ICT professionals are reported in the Czech Republic (92.9%), Slovenia (89.1%), Latvia (89.0%), Lithuania (88.9%), and Slovakia (88.4%). On the contrary, nations such as Denmark (30.0%), Sweden (29.8%), Romania (28.6%), Bulgaria (25.6%), and Croatia (25.2%) lead in female participation in the ICT arena.

Educational Background Across The European ICT Sector

Eurostat data also showed that most ICT professionals across the EU hold tertiary education qualifications. By 2025, 74.8% of ICT workers in the bloc are projected to have university-level education, while 25.2% are expected to hold secondary or post-secondary qualifications. Denmark recorded the highest share of tertiary-educated ICT professionals at 97.7%, followed by France at 96.6% and Cyprus at 96.4%. Other countries with high levels of tertiary-educated ICT workers included Ireland at 92.3%, Bulgaria at 91.1%, and Croatia at 90.9%. At the lower end of the ranking, Italy recorded 69.2%, while Portugal stood at 58.8%.

Conclusion

The data perfectly encapsulates the dual narrative in the ICT sector: while countries like Cyprus and Denmark achieve remarkable educational standards among ICT workers, persistent gender disparities remind us that diversity remains an ongoing challenge. As the ICT landscape continues to evolve, strategic policy formation and corporate governance will be pivotal in balancing excellence with inclusivity.

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