The 3rd HackTech Hackathon concludes: Innovative solutions for a better Cyprus take the spotlight

The 3rd HackTech Hackathon, Cyprus's most prominent tech event, brought together 22 talented teams for a weekend of innovation, collaboration, and creativity.

Focused on solving real-world challenges, the hackathon featured two main challenges: IT Solutions to Improve Life in Cyprus and Self-Improvement, with a special People's Choice Award voted on by the public.

As the previous hackathons in 2023, the current year's event was supported and endorsed by the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy of Cyprus, TechIsland and other industry leaders.
Esteemed Panel of Judges

The HackTech 2024 judging panel brought together distinguished experts from various industries, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation of the innovative projects. The jury included:

• Alex Vasekin – CEO at AdTech Holding
• Stavriana Kofteros – Founder & Partner at W11 Ventures, EIC Fund Investment Jury, and Scaling Club Board Mentor
• Stylianos Lambrou – Co-founder of The Doers Company and Board Member at Techisland
• Maria Stylianou – CTO of Sequela and Founder of Google Developer Group Cyprus
• Michael Gitsis – COO at Quadcode
• Maria Terzi – Co-founder & CEO of Malloc
• Michael Tyrimos – Founder and Managing Director of Capacitor Partners

Winners of the "IT Solutions to Improve Life in Cyprus" challenge:

1st Place: Middle-Aged Cyprus Ninja Turtles

The team developed a platform for managing event volunteers. It enables organizers to streamline recruitment, onboarding, and management processes, ensuring smooth event execution while building a skilled volunteer database for Cyprus.

2nd Place: Byte Me, Please

This mobile app empowers users to make healthier grocery choices. By scanning barcodes, shoppers instantly access product details like ingredients and reviews, available in their native language.

3rd Place: Green Cyprus

A tree-planting platform that connects individuals and companies with reforestation initiatives in Cyprus. Users can sponsor trees, track their growth, and contribute to environmental sustainability.

Winners of the "Self-Improvement" challenge:

1st Place: Databulls

The winning team introduced a microlearning app that helps users explore professions through short, informative videos on backend development, SMM, and management.

2nd Place: WorkWize

An AI-powered tool to boost mental health and job satisfaction in the workplace. It gathers anonymous feedback, identifies stress patterns, and offers actionable insights to employees and management alike.

3rd Place: HelioWorld

This beginner-friendly app leverages AI to create engaging exercises for learning Greek, helping users take their first steps in mastering the language.

People's Choice Award: LRS (Lanitio Research Squad)

The crowd-favorite project was an interactive map-based app for discovering events in Limassol. Users can add and explore activities like concerts and parties, fostering connections and strengthening local communities.

Alex Vasekin, CEO of AdTech Holding, shared his perspective on HackTech's role:

"HackTech has become a cornerstone event highlighting Cyprus's potential as a center for technological progress. Every year, we witness solutions that address real societal needs, strengthening communities and driving positive change. At AdTech Holding, we are committed to fostering these innovations and supporting initiatives that contribute to the growth of Cyprus's tech ecosystem."

This year's Hackathon Platinum Sponsor was The Tribe, a leading recruitment company specializing in HR solutions for IT companies in Cyprus. The Tribe connects top talent with employers, offering comprehensive support throughout the hiring process. Their contribution underscores the vital role of collaboration in advancing Cyprus's tech landscape. Also Hacktech was supported by silver sponsors Quadcode and Leaseweb, and XM sponsored "IT Solutions to Improve Life in Cyprus" challenge.