The wait is over — Reflect Festival 2025 is officially underway, and Limassol is buzzing. Thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and curious minds from Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa are gathering today at the Kolla Factory for Cyprus’s largest tech and entrepreneurship event.

With the temperature sitting at a perfect 25°C and clear skies above, the atmosphere is as vibrant as the agenda. Food and drink stalls are serving everything from fresh Cypriot bites to specialty coffee, volunteers are all smiles and highly helpful, and every corner of the venue is alive with movement, networking, and discovery.

Today’s Day 1 agenda features a jam-packed lineup of speakers and discussions across the festival’s five main stages, each tailored to a key sector of innovation:

• Big Picture Stage: Conversations are focused on the transformative forces shaping the tech and entrepreneurial world. Big names like Amrapali Gan (former CEO of OnlyFans) are taking the stage to talk about digital communities and the future of online platforms.

• Money Stage: Fintech, crypto, and embedded finance are front and center — with experts unpacking everything from the future of open banking to fraud risks and regulation trends.

• Future Stage: Sessions explore the future of work, urban mobility, sustainability, and how technology can redefine life as we know it. Topics like climate-tech, education, and renewable energy are sparking engaged discussion.

• TechIsland Stage: A deep dive into the Cyprus tech ecosystem, highlighting national policy, innovation in science, and the commercialisation of research. The stage brings together key stakeholders from government and the private sector.

• Future of Health & Wellness Stage: Curated by the Future of Wellness Group, this stage blends science with self-care — from mental resilience to cutting-edge health tech.

Aside from the stages, the expo floor is buzzing with startups showcasing their latest products, while investor lounges, matchmaking areas, and side events offer countless chances to network and collaborate. The Doers Pitch will also be heating up later in the day, where startups go head-to-head to win the attention of VCs.

Workshops and roundtable discussions throughout the venue are creating space for deeper dialogue, practical learning, and industry-specific collaboration. Whether you're a founder, policymaker, or just passionate about innovation, there’s something to dive into.

As the day unfolds, the energy only continues to build. Tonight, attendees can unwind and connect more informally during Reflect NightMode Networking back at Kolla Factory — or head to the Exness Rooftop Networking Event, offering stunning views over Limassol and a relaxed setting to meet key players across the ecosystem.

Tomorrow brings another full day of programming, including more top-tier speakers, startup competitions, and side events across Limassol.

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