Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly experimenting with artificial intelligence (AI), but few…
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The Region of Crete delivered educational robotics kits to primary schools in Heraklion as part…
Greece’s transformation from a “crisis case study” to a “success story of strong recovery and…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force in the evolution of Greek tourism,…
Hellenic Post (ELTA) will close 204 branches across Greece as part of a major restructuring plan aimed at improving efficiency and adapting to the digital era. The move follows a steep decline in traditional mail volumes and seeks to strengthen ELTA’s courier, e-commerce, and logistics services while expanding digital and home delivery options, especially for rural and elderly residents.
Greece surges to second in Europe for AI adoption by businesses, Amazon report reveals. Startups lead with 55% revenue boost, but skills gap threatens a “two-speed economy.”
Over one million Greeks have secured their Personal Number, a single identifier streamlining public service interactions, as part of the new ID card rollout. However, thousands face challenges booking appointments due to soaring demand. The Ministry of Digital Governance urges citizens to obtain their Personal Number via myinfo.gov.gr before the November 5, 2025, deadline to avoid disruptions in tax filings and other services. This reform, replacing AFM and AMKA, aims to simplify and modernize transactions with the state.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the future of pharmaceutical care — not as a replacement…
Greece is rolling out a groundbreaking tax administration reform with TAXIS, an AI-driven digital platform designed to simplify compliance, speed up services, and fight tax evasion.
The Ministry of Culture has approved filming and aerial photography of over 100 archaeological sites across Crete, marking a key step in the digital transformation of Greece’s tourism portal, Visit Greece. These images will enhance the promotion of Greece’s rich heritage and support the Greek National Tourism Organization’s global outreach.
Germany’s ARD broadcaster has hailed Greece’s transformation from a “problem child” of the eurozone to a “model student,” highlighting the country’s economic recovery, booming tourism sector, and growing appeal to foreign investors. The report also points to Greece’s strides in digital innovation and fiscal reform as examples other nations — including Germany — could learn from.
Greece has emerged as a digital frontrunner in the EU, achieving 99.8% 5G coverage in 2024—one of the highest rates in Europe—according to the European Commission’s latest Digital Decade report. The country also saw major gains in broadband infrastructure and AI adoption, positioning itself as a growing tech hub.
The Tsipras Institute will host its 2nd International Conference on June 10 at Athens’ Megaron, focusing on Democracy and Social Justice. Headlined by U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, the event will feature global progressive leaders like Spain’s Yolanda Díaz and Italy’s Enrico Letta. Panels will address the crisis of democracy, digital transformation, and building a transatlantic movement for equality. The conference will also honor the creators of No Other Land with the 2025 Prespes Peace Award, concluding with a speech by Alexis Tsipras.
In his May 18, 2025, Facebook address, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis praised Klavdia Papadopoulou for her sixth-place Eurovision finish, calling her performance a tribute to Pontian Greek resilience. He also highlighted Greece’s economic progress, healthcare innovations like digital tracking in hospitals, infrastructure deals with Italy, and cultural achievements, including 26 new museums since 2019, pledging continued efforts for inclusive growth.
Greece has submitted a revised version of its “Greece 2.0” Recovery and Resilience Plan to the European Commission, aiming to fully leverage EU funds for key national priorities. The updated proposal includes major investments in transport safety, digital education, public health services, and smart infrastructure, while maintaining overall funding levels and reallocating resources to high-demand projects.
Greece’s judicial system ranks as the slowest in the EU, with civil and commercial cases taking over three years to resolve, according to a new IMF report. The delays are seen as a major barrier to economic growth and legal certainty, prompting calls for urgent reforms including specialized courts, digitization, and streamlined procedures.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will be the first foreign leader to meet with Germany’s new Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, during a major economic forum in Berlin. His visit, centered on the “Economy 2025 Workshop,” highlights Greece’s growing reputation for digital innovation and strong post-crisis performance, as well as key geopolitical issues including Germany’s evolving stance on Turkey.
Microsoft’s new Data Center in Spata marks a pivotal strategic investment for Greece, promising economic growth and digital transformation. During a visit by key Ministers, CEO Gianna Andronopoulou outlined the project’s advancements and benefits, including cloud service access and local innovation support. The initiative also features a comprehensive program to enhance education, employment, and cultural heritage in the region.
Greece has finalised its institutional framework for data centre licensing, paving the way for the country to become a global digital hub. A new Joint Ministerial Decision, effective from 1 March 2025, sets clear regulations for data centres based on their capacity and service type. Deputy Development Minister Anna Mani-Papadimitriou hailed the move as a key step in modernising Greece’s digital infrastructure and attracting international investment.
Greek universities are set to reduce their paper usage by 80% by 2026, as part of a new initiative for digital transformation announced by Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis. The plan requires universities to digitize all institutional procedures by 2025 and reduce paper consumption significantly, promoting digital infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and the development of digital skills among staff and students.
Gov.gr Ranks 2nd Among 74 Companies for Customer Experience, Highlighting Digital Progress in Greece
Gov.gr has ranked 2nd in customer experience among 74 companies in a recent survey by Braincandy, maintaining its top position in the public sector. The ranking highlights the success of Greece’s digital transformation, with the platform providing citizens with easy access to government services. Minister Dimitris Papastergiou emphasized the government’s commitment to digitalizing all state procedures by the end of its term, with Gov.gr also leading the way in integrating Artificial Intelligence through its digital assistant, mAigov.
Serverfarm and IPTO have launched a joint venture, Gemini, to build hyperscale data centers across Greece. The initiative will address the growing demand for data center capacity, starting with a 130MW campus in the Greater Athens Area. This partnership combines Serverfarm’s expertise with IPTO’s infrastructure capabilities to deliver sustainable, high-quality data center solutions and establish Greece as a key digital hub.
A new report from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reveals Greece as the most malware-exposed country in 2024, with 15 million Internet threats blocked. Rising cyber risks, including ransomware and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attacks, highlight the urgent need for stronger security measures for individuals and businesses alike.
Edgnex Data Centers, in partnership with PPC Group, is set to develop a 12.5MW data center in Athens, Greece, as part of the ‘Data In Scale’ joint venture. This project aims to bolster Greece’s digital infrastructure and establish the country as a key player in Southeast Europe’s tech ecosystem. Construction begins in Q1 2025, with plans to expand capacity to 25MW in future phases.
Greece is making significant strides in AI technology with the development of a Greek Large Language Model. This innovative tool will enable machines to understand and process the Greek language more effectively, opening up new possibilities for various applications, from language translation to content creation.
Greece is poised to join the elite ranks of supercomputing nations with the launch of Daedalus, a state-of-the-art system expected to be among the world’s top 30. This development marks a significant boost for Greek research and innovation, positioning the country as a key player in the European digital landscape.
Citizens to Switch Energy Providers via Gov.gr Wallet, Says Digital Governance Minister Papastergiou
Greece’s Digital Governance Minister, Dimitris Papastergiou, announced that citizens will soon be able to switch energy providers through the Gov.gr Wallet. This user-friendly system, expected to launch in the coming days, will allow citizens to provide consent via a notification from their current provider. At an event by the Hellenic-Spanish Chamber of Commerce, Papastergiou highlighted upcoming opportunities in environmental sustainability and technology collaboration between Greece and Spain, as well as the importance of adopting European data governance regulations.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis underscored Greece’s commitment to digital transformation during a meeting on Monday…
The InfoCom 2024 IT conference, themed “Digital Greece: Time for a Leap!”, will take place in Athens on November 12th, exploring Greece’s rapid technological advancement and the opportunities and challenges of its digital transformation.
The Gov.gr Wallet has been awarded “Digital Transformation of the Year” by the World Innovation, Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) at its annual conference in Armenia. This top honour recognises the General Secretariat for Information Systems and Digital Governance’s efforts to enhance digital services in the public sector, accepted by General Secretary Dimosthenis Anagnostopoulos.
