Neapolis University Pafos hosted the 22nd European, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Conference on Information Systems (EMCIS 2025)

Neapolis University Pafos hosted the 22nd EMCIS on 11–12 September 2025. Scholars and professionals in Information Systems engaged in focused discussions across Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Digital Governance, Information Security and Blockchain. Established in 2004 by the ISEing research group at Brunel University, EMCIS has become a key international venue for collaboration in Information Systems.

A highlight was the keynote by Professor Herodotos Herodotou, “Hyper-Distributed Intelligent Computing in the Cloud-Edge-IoT Continuum.” The industry panel “Autonomous Futures: Architecting Trust, Intelligence, and Resilience Across the Algorithmic Frontier” also drew strong interest, featuring speakers from JetBrains, Grant Thornton and BeepXtra.

Sessions addressed the technological, organizational, business and social dimensions of Information Systems. Contributions spanned Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and Machine Learning, Digital Governance, Blockchain, Digital Services and Social Media, Green IT, Information Security and Privacy, and Emerging Technologies in Policing and Security. The programme included two workshops, “myAutoML for AI Assisted Data Mining and Systematic Literature Review” and “Immersive Journalism” with a 360° demo. The event closed with positive feedback and productive discussions toward future collaborations.

Assistant Professor Elena Kakoulli, Chair of the Conference, stated:

“As Chair of EMCIS 2025, it was a true honor to oversee a conference that brought together leading researchers, academics, and professionals from around the world. The high quality of the presentations and the depth of the discussions highlighted the pivotal role of Information Systems as a driver of innovation, resilience, and sustainable development. Hosting EMCIS 2025 at Neapolis University Pafos reflects our strong commitment to academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and fostering collaborations that deliver responsible technological solutions with tangible social and economic impact.”

As host, Neapolis University Pafos remains committed to building digital skills and research with Artificial Intelligence at the core. The conference is closely tied to the MSc in Information Systems and Digital Innovation develops labs and pilot projects with industry, embeds AI ethics and safety across teaching, and supports students and researchers through scholarships and international partnerships. The goal is measurable impact for society and the economy, from responsible AI applications to solutions that drive the digital transformation of organisations.

Neapolis University Pafos invests in research and digital skills, with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies. The EMCIS conference is closely linked to the MSc in Information Systems and Digital Innovation, which covers fields such as Big Data, Internet of Things, Blockchain and Digital Marketing. Through labs, pilot projects with industry, guest lectures and research collaborations, students gain practical expertise and skills that prepare them to meet the challenges of digital transformation.