Freyia Labs

11/06/2026

We are proud to share that Greta Skemaite, CEO and Co-founder of V. G. Freyia Labs Ltd, has been selected to join the EIC - European Innovation Council Women Leadership Programme. 👏

This is a significant achievement for Greta and an important milestone for Freyia Labs. 🚀

The programme brings together women innovators, founders, researchers, and entrepreneurs from across Europe, creating a focused space for leadership development, strategic reflection, and practical support. 👩‍💻 👩‍🔬

For Greta, this is recognition of her role as a woman founder building in deep tech, food tech, and innovation. For Freyia Labs, it strengthens our connection to the European innovation ecosystem as we continue developing Forsetix, our governed AI/ML-assisted system for precision-controlled fermentation.

We are grateful to the European Innovation Council and to the programme facilitators for creating and supporting this opportunity.

Congratulations to Greta and to all the women selected for this cohort. 🎉

10/06/2026

Freyia Labs was represented by our CEO and Co-founder, Greta Skemaite, during two days at the fifth edition of the European Innovation Council Summit 2026.

💡The Summit welcomed more than 2,000 participants, 130 speakers, 17 Leaders Stage sessions, 15 workshops, 40 exhibitors, 9 satellite events, 10 EUnicorner sessions, and the European Prize for Women Innovators Award Ceremony.

For us, this was a valuable opportunity to be part of Europe’s deep-tech innovation community, alongside policymakers, investors, corporates, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

The two photos reflect what this experience meant for Freyia Labs.

📸Greta representing the company as a CEO in deep tech.

📸The unicorn, representing the ambition to build European companies that are not only innovative, but scalable, responsible, and capable of creating long-term impact.

Thank you to the European Innovation Council for bringing together people and ideas that can shape the next stage of European innovation.

07/06/2026

We are proud to share that our Co-Founder and CEO, Greta Skemaite, has been nominated for the Madame Figaro Women of the Year 2026 Awards in the Bank of Cyprus Innovation category. 🚀

This nomination reflects years of dedication, persistence, and commitment to building innovative solutions through Freyia Labs. It also represents the collective effort of our team, partners, mentors, supporters, and the wider innovation community that has been part of our journey. 🤝

We would also like to congratulate all the outstanding women nominated across this year's awards. It is an honour to be among such inspiring individuals making a positive impact in their respective fields. 👏

Support Greta by casting your vote before 19 July 2026.

Bank of Cyprus Innovation Category / ΤΡΑΠΕΖΑ ΚΥΠΡΟΥ ΚΑΙΝΟΤΟΜΙΑ
Candidate Number: 4
Vote online:
https://awards.madamefigaro.cy/

Thank you to everyone who has supported Greta, Freyia Labs, and our mission over the years. We are grateful for your trust and encouragement.

03/06/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Freyia Labs has been chosen to join the MassChallenge UK 2026 program! Out of over 1,961 applicants, our was selected for this prestigious programme located in Switzerland & the UK. We’re excited to connect with industry experts, corporates, investors, and a global of change-makers. Stay tuned for updates and join us on this 4-month journey! 🚀

28/05/2026

Pleased to share that Freyia Labs will be participating in Viva Technology 2026, taking place from 17 to 20 June in Paris as part of the Cyprus delegation.

Our COO/CPO and co-founder, Vas Joseph Joseph, will be representing Freyia Labs and sharing more about what we are building.

If you are attending Viva Technology, come meet us at Pavilion 7, Stand 3J40 and connect with the Cyprus startups participating this year.

A sincere thank you to the Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/ Research and Innovation Foundation and the Ambassade de Chypre en France - Bureau Commercial for the opportunity and support in making Cyprus’ innovation ecosystem visible on an international stage.

Looking forward to the conversations and connections in Paris.

28/05/2026

Still processing a very inspiring few days at Doers Summit Limassol.

It was a great opportunity for the Freyia Labs team to meet founders, investors, innovators, and partners, exchange ideas, and share more about what we are building. Conversations like these matter, not only for visibility, but for learning, collaboration, and perspective when building something ambitious.

Freyia Labs was proudly represented by Greta Skemaite, Vas Joseph, Paul Adrian and Peter Anders Hvass.

A sincere thank you to Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/ Research and Innovation Foundation and Cyprus Seeds for the opportunity, and to IDEA Innovation Center for capturing these moments and for the continuous support throughout the journey.

Grateful for the people, conversations, and community that continue to support innovation in Cyprus.

20/05/2026

Freyia Labs will be at Doers Summit Limassol 2026 on 21–22 May, and this year you’ll find us at our own booth!!!

Come meet us and learn more about what we’re building.

Representing Freyia Labs at the Summit: Greta Skemaite, Vas Joseph, Peter Anders Hvass, Paul Adrian

We are also excited to be part of the first-ever Cyprus Seeds Investors’ Hour, taking place during the Summit on 21 May at 12:25 on the BIG DOME stage, where Greta will be pitching.

Thank you to Cyprus Seeds and the Ίδρυμα Έρευνας και Καινοτομίας/ Research and Innovation Foundation for the opportunity and support.

👋 See you at DOERS.

22/04/2026

We are proud to see Peter Anders Hvass announced as a speaker at the Cyprus Diaspora Forum.👏👏👏

As Chief Technology Officer at Freyia Labs and Co-Founder of Cyprus Comic Con, Peter brings broad experience across technology, leadership, strategy, operations, partnerships, and community-building.🔝

At Freyia Labs, we value professionals with wide-ranging experience and perspectives, and we are pleased to see Peter’s contribution and broader journey recognised.

SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
We are honoured to welcome Co-Founder of Cyprus Comic Con and Chief Technology Officer at Freyia Labs, Peter Anders Hvass, as a speaker at the Cyprus Diaspora Forum, taking place at the Amara Hotel in Limassol, Cyprus, from 6–9 May.
Reserve your place: https://www.cyprusdiasporaforum.com/tickets

Peter Anders Hvass is Co-Founder of Cyprus Comic Con and Chief Technology Officer at Freyia Labs. A graduate of Imperial College London, where he obtained an MEng in Computing, Peter began his career as a software engineer before moving into senior leadership roles spanning technology, operations, marketing, finance and strategy. In 2013, seeking to create something of their own, five friends — Peter, Chris, Chip, Neo and Helen — founded Cyprus Comic Con. What began as a passion project between friends has since grown into one of the largest cultural events in Cyprus and the wider region, welcoming more than 30,000 visitors each year across over 10,000 square metres of venue space. Together, they have nurtured their “baby” into a platform that supports hundreds of artists, performers and creators, attracts international guests and major sponsors, and brings thousands of overseas visitors to the island. One of Peter’s favourite aspects of the event has been expanding the convention’s special guest and live music line-ups, with several international guests returning year after year as much-loved friends and ambassadors of the community. His responsibilities include guest and partner outreach, public relations, digital marketing, technology and systems, strategic direction, and helping to shape the community-focused ethos at the heart of Cyprus Comic Con.

About the Cyprus Diaspora Forum
The Cyprus Diaspora Forum is a four-day, in-person flagship business event designed to connect global Cypriot leaders, international investors, and senior public and private sector decision-makers. Featuring high-level keynote addresses, strategic panel discussions, targeted networking opportunities, and an exhibition showcasing leading local and international organisations, the Forum serves as a platform for investment, innovation, and collaboration. It strengthens economic, entrepreneurial, and cultural ties between Cyprus and its global diaspora while positioning Cyprus as a competitive gateway for international business.
https://www.cyprusdiasporaforum.com

16/04/2026

Freyia Labs started as a personal journey. Today, it is growing into a deeptech company. 🌱

Our co-founder, Greta Skemaite, shares that story in a recent feature by Forbes Cyprus The Future of Fintech Summit The Future Media.

The conversation covers the transition from corporate law to building a startup, the origins of Freyia Labs and F.O.R.S.E.T.I.X., and the reality of building a company while raising a family.

Thank you to Annetta Benzar for approaching the discussion with depth and care, and for making space to reflect not only on where this journey started, but also on where it may lead.
Behind the technology, there is always a human story. This is one of them. ✨

FULL STORY: https://thefuturemedia.eu/greta-skemaite-raising-daughter-deep-tech-company/⁠

https://youtu.be/c_ZahZ1LcHw?is=06eLeuDLsvU6JYd2

30/03/2026

Last month, Vas Joseph, CPO and Co-Founder, returned to UCLan Cyprus to once again be part of the MBA journey, invited by Moyses Moyseos, lecturer of the entrepreneurship course.

We try to stay close to the communities around us and contribute where we can. It is always a privilege to share time, ideas, and energy with the people who value it and benefit from it.

Thank you for the invitation and the warm welcome.