The third HackTech Hackathon, Cyprus’ 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 with the previous hackathons in 2023, the 2024 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:
First Place: Middle-Aged Cyprus Ninja Turtles
The team developed a platform for managing event volunteers. It enables organisers to streamline recruitment, onboarding and management processes, ensuring smooth event execution while building a skilled volunteer database for Cyprus.
Second 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.
Third 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.
First Place: Databulls
The winning team introduced a microlearning app that helps users explore professions through short, informative videos on backend development, SMM and management.
Second 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.
Third 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.
The crowd-favourite 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’ potential as a centre for technological progress,” he said. “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 specialising 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’ tech landscape. Hacktech was also supported by Silver sponsors Quadcode and Leaseweb, and XM that sponsored the “IT Solutions to Improve Life in Cyprus” challenge.
