NEOLAiA WP3: UNIC Develops Roadmap on DEI in the Metaverse

As part of this task, a roadmap was prepared to summarise key themes, trends, and gaps in how diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are currently addressed in the Metaverse, based on desk research carried out between 2020 and 2024.

2026-02-04T15:34:33+02:00February 4th, 2026|Institute For the Future (IFF), NEOLAiA, News|

UNIC Launches Spring 2026 Edition of Its Flagship Mastering Web3 MOOC Featuring Industry-Led Sessions and Two Learning Tracks

Since its launch in 2014, the Mastering Web3 MOOC has attracted more than 150,000 learners from over 120 countries, making it one of the largest university-led Web3 learning initiatives worldwide.

New Study on Central Bank Digital Currency Communication and its Market Effects

The Journal of the Royal Statistical Society has published a new peer-reviewed article examining how central bank communication about digital currencies influences the stablecoin market.

2026-01-27T15:58:45+02:00January 27th, 2026|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

The University of Nicosia’s IFF and TheBlock Announce Professional Training Programme on Tokenised Real Estate

The Institute For the Future (IFF) at the University of Nicosia (UNIC), building on its established collaboration with TheBlock Advisory FZCO, announces the launch of a new professional training programme titled “Tokenised Real Estate Fundamentals”.

2026-01-15T13:22:51+02:00January 14th, 2026|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

The New Era of Storytelling Begins, iStream Transforms Journalism at the University of Nicosia

In a digital age where information multiplies and audiences become increasingly disengaged, journalism faces a critical challenge: transforming understanding into lived experience.

UNIC’s IFF Partners with Finrax to Advance Their Employee Education in Web3, Digital Assets, and Blockchain

The Institute for the Future (IFF) at the University of Nicosia (UNIC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Finrax, a rapidly growing provider of cryptocurrency payment infrastructure for forward-thinking businesses worldwide.

2025-08-04T12:59:12+03:00August 4th, 2025|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

The University of Nicosia’s IFF and TheBlock Partner to Advance Blockchain and Crypto Education and Innovation in the UAE

TheBlock and the Institute For the Future at the University of Nicosia (UNIC), one of the world’s leading institutions in blockchain, crypto, and Web3 education, are proud to announce a strategic partnership.

2025-04-30T14:13:34+03:00April 30th, 2025|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

University of Nicosia Expands Partnership with the Esaad Card Center at Dubai Police, Extending MOU Until 2028

The University of Nicosia (UNIC), a global leader in crypto, blockchain and Web3 education, is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Esaad Card Center at the Dubai Police G.H.Q.

Bitunix Partners with UNIC’s Institute For the Future to Empower Future Crypto Talent

Bitunix Partners with UNIC’s Institute For the Future to Empower Future Crypto Talent Bitunix, one of the fastest-growing crypto derivatives exchanges, has announced a strategic partnership with the Institute For the Future (IFF) of [...]

2024-12-04T12:54:59+02:00December 4th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

Kansas City Digital Drive, the KC Futures DAO, and UNIC’s Institute For the Future Partner to Expand Web3 Education Opportunities for the Kansas City Region

Kansas City Digital Drive (KCDD), representing the KC Futures DAO, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of the Future (IFF) of the University of Nicosia.

2024-11-25T11:03:49+02:00November 25th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

Η Δρ Σούλλα Λουκά Madame Figaro Γυναίκα της Χρονιάς 2024 στην Κατηγορία Επιστήμονας/Ακαδημαϊκός

Η Δρ Σούλλα Λουκά, Καθηγήτρια και Επικεφαλής του Τμήματος Ψηφιακής Καινοτομίας, καθώς και Διευθύντρια του Ινστιτούτου για το Μέλλον (IFF) του Πανεπιστημίου Λευκωσίας, αναδείχθηκε ως Madame Figaro Γυναίκα της Χρονιάς 2024 στην κατηγορία Επιστήμονας/Ακαδημαϊκός.

2024-10-24T10:00:31+03:00October 24th, 2024|Digital Innovation, Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

UNIC’s IFF Establishes New Partnership with Arab Bank Switzerland to Enhance their Employee Education in Web3, Digital Assets and Blockchain

The Institute for the Future (IFF) at the University of Nicosia (UNIC) is announcing today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Arab Bank (Switzerland) Ltd (ABS).

UNIC’s IFF Executive Director George Giaglis Joins the Meta Reality Labs Policy Advisory Council

The University of Nicosia is proud to announce that Professor George M. Giaglis, Executive Director of its Institute for the Future (IFF), has been invited to join the Meta Reality Labs Policy Advisory Council.

Mastering Web3: UNIC’s Brand New Free MOOC, Offering a Blockchain Verifiable Certificate

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) and the Institute for the Future (IFF) announce the launch of their newly revamped free course “Mastering Web3: Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and the Metaverse”.

UNIC’s Industry Fellow and Instructor Jeff Bandman Appointed to the Post Trade Working Group of ESMA’s Markets Standing Committee

The University of Nicosia is pleased to announce that Jeff Bandman, a UNIC/IFF Industry Fellow and Instructor of law, policy, and regulation of blockchain and cryptoassets, has been appointed to the Post Trade Working Group of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) Markets Standing Committee (MSC).

2025-08-13T13:14:49+03:00September 26th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

Call for Applications | Doctorate (PhD) in Business Administration

The University of Nicosia announces the opening of one (1) funded position for admission to the Doctorate (PhD) in Business Administration –Department of Digital Innovation, for the Fall Semester 2024.

The Institute For the Future of the University of Nicosia marks the conclusion of the European Blockchain Observatory and Forum Partnership

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) proudly announces the successful conclusion of its four-year partnership with the European Blockchain Observatory and Forum (EUBOF), during which it served as an academic partner and directly advised the European Commission on blockchain technology. This collaboration has significantly contributed to the advancement of blockchain technology across Europe.

2024-06-13T23:31:04+03:00June 13th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

UNIC’s IFF Coordinates New EUBOF Report on Blockchain-Enabled Virtual Worlds

The EU Blockchain Observatory and Forum (EUBOF) has announced the release of its latest report, titled "Blockchain-Enabled Virtual Worlds." This report, coordinated by the Institute For the Future (IFF) at the University of Nicosia, explores the Open Metaverse, examining its current state, potential impact, and the various considerations that will shape its evolution.

2024-05-24T18:11:10+03:00May 24th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

UNIC and University of Macedonia (UOM) Receive SUI Foundation Grant for Blockchain Research

The University of Nicosia (UNIC) and the University of Macedonia (UOM) are pleased to announce their recent award of a research grant from the SUI Foundation through its Sui Academic Research Awards (SARAs) program.

The Institute For the Future (IFF) of the University of Nicosia participated in the World Police Summit in Dubai, UAE

The Institute for the Future (IFF) of the University of Nicosia has participated in the World Police Summit, which took place in Dubai, UAE, from March 5th to 7th, 2024.

2024-04-29T23:17:43+03:00April 29th, 2024|Institute For the Future (IFF), News|

UNIC’s Pioneering Blockchain & Digital Currency MOOC Evolves: Brand new curriculum, offering two free certificates

On the occasion of its 10th anniversary, the world’s first MOOC on Digital Currencies offered by the University of Nicosia and its Institute of the Future (IFF), is undergoing a radical transformation.

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