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Five Years of GAS Mentoring: Guiding the Next Generation of Greek-Australian Leaders

Five Years of GAS Mentoring: Guiding the Next Generation of Greek-Australian Leaders

The Hon. Arthur Sinodinos AO, former Australian Ambassador to the United States, and Bill Karagounis, global technology executive and entrepreneur, reflect on heritage, leadership, and helping guide the next generation as GAS mentors.

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Greece to Develop 18 Data Centers by 2030, Says Kyranakis

Greece plans to develop 18 data centers by 2030, with most located in Attica and Thessaloniki, according to Deputy Minister of Digital Governance Konstantinos Kyranakis. Speaking at the Athens Energy Summit, he highlighted Greece’s efforts to attract tech investments but warned that rising energy costs could hinder future growth. Kyranakis also noted that US tech firms are reconsidering data center locations based on energy pricing, posing challenges for Greece’s competitiveness in the secto

Microsoft's New Data Center Launches in Spata: Minister Papastergiou Calls for Return of Young professionals

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.

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Australian Government Proposes New Tax Plan to Fund Journalism through Tech Giants

The Australian government has unveiled a proposed tax on major tech platforms, including Facebook, Google, and TikTok, to ensure they support local journalism financially. This tax, applicable to platforms with Australian revenues exceeding $250 million, can be offset if these companies enter into compensation agreements with news organizations. Aimed at sustaining independent journalism, the proposal arises amid concerns that tech giants might withdraw news services from their platforms. Though the exact tax details are pending negotiations, the plan reflects a strategy to engage tech companies in bolstering Australia’s media landscape.

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Microsoft Unveils Recovery Tool to Detect and Eliminate CrowdStrike Malware

Microsoft has launched a recovery tool to assist users affected by a widespread malware incident, enabling IT administrators to detect and remove the CrowdStrike malware that has impacted approximately 8.5 million devices worldwide. The tool offers two repair options and requires specific system and device configurations for effective operation.

Greek-Australian Tech Guru at the Heart of Global IT Outage Crisis

Michael Sentonas, a Greek-Australian tech executive, is at the center of the global IT outage crisis following Friday’s disruption that affected banks, supermarkets, and airlines worldwide. As president of CrowdStrike, the cyber-security firm implicated in the outage linked to a Microsoft upgrade, Sentonas faces significant fallout. The outage, which began around 3 pm AEST in Australia, has led to major disruptions across multiple countries and industries, including media, banking, and air travel.

Greatest Greek Women of All Time

Greatest Greek Women of All Time

Greek women have played an essential role in shaping the history and culture not just of Greece, but of the world. As a tribute to International Women’s Day we honour some of the greatest Greek women who have left a lasting impact on history through their achievements.

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