June 6, 2025 – Ioannina, Greece: Snappi, the first Greek neobank licensed by the European Central Bank, and the Applied Informatics and Computational Economics Lab of the University of Ioannina have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding, marking the beginning of a values-driven collaboration to empower young people. 

At the heart of this partnership lies a shared commitment to innovation, financial and digital literacy, with a focus on creating learning and developmental opportunities. Together, Snappi and the University of Ioannina aim to equip the next generation with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to shape a more inclusive, empowered future. 

“Snappi is more than a neobank. It’s a statement of values — values that actually stem from ancient Greece,” said Gabriella Kindert, CEO of Snappi. “Already Socrates believed that a good life is guided by virtue, reason, and continuous learning. At Snappi, we believe opportunity should not be defined by privilege or postcode. Access to world-class financial tools and lifelong learning must be a right — not a luxury.” 

Athanassios Stavrakoudis, Associate Professor at the University of Ioannina, emphasized: 

“This partnership reflects the spirit of our university and the region of Epirus — forward-looking, resilient, and grounded in knowledge. Together with Snappi, we’re bridging academia and real-world business to give wings to the next generation. Education is no longer just about theory — it’s about solving real-life challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration.” 

A core pillar of the partnership will focus on financial and digital literacy — widely recognized as essential life skills in today’s fast-changing world.  

From joint events and research initiatives to practical training opportunities and open dialogue, this collaboration is only the beginning. Snappi plans to extend its outreach and partnerships to universities across Greece, helping to build a generation that is not only financially informed but truly future-ready.