Cyprus Times

Konstantinos N. Fellis: AI is an Opportunity, Not a Threat

Published January 20, 2026, 13:13
Konstantinos N. Fellis: AI is an Opportunity, Not a Threat

Professor Konstantinos N. Fellis, Senior Vice Rector of the University of Nicosia, spoke at an inter-parliamentary conference regarding the challenges and opportunities presented by Artificial Intelligence in the Cypriot labor market. He emphasized that Cyprus is in a privileged position as a bridge between continents and cultures. Although the labor market has improved significantly in recent years, with the employment rate reaching 79.8% in 2024, there is a problem with youth unemployment (1 in 8). Professor Fellis highlighted the need to adapt skills and transform jobs, as AI will affect the way economies are organized, benefiting professions based on creativity and human resource management.