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Europe Must Bring Start-Ups Into Defence Industry, Bruegel Analysis Says
Europe is under increasing pressure to rapidly strengthen its defence industry and technological capabilities, as geopolitical tensions and the lessons drawn from the war in Ukraine—as well as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East—highlight the growing importance of new technologies on the modern battlefield.
Alter Ego Media to Acquire 50.1% Stake in Ticketing Platform MORE.GR for Up to €30.06 Million
The agreement, signed on March 5, 2026, provides for the purchase of 175,352 registered common shares with voting rights, each with a nominal value of €1, representing a majority stake in MORE.GR Electronic Services Single-Member S.A.
Greece Introduces Postal Voting for Overseas Voters Ahead of Next Election
As a result, while Greeks living overseas will be able to vote by mail starting with the next elections, the dedicated expatriate constituency will not yet be in place.
Concerns Grow Over Rising Fuel Prices as Greece Considers Reviving Fuel Pass Subsidy
The nationwide average retail price for 95-octane unleaded petrol has reached €1.795 per litre, while 100-octane petrol is now selling for €1.992 per litre.
Greek Appeals Court Upholds Convictions of Golden Dawn Members, Reaffirming Party Was a Criminal Organization
Following a four-year evidentiary process, judges found former members of parliament from Golden Dawn guilty—depending on their role—of directing or participating in the criminal organization.
Greece Introduces New Investment Framework for Defense and Dual-Use Technologies
The government’s aim is to stimulate investment in high-technology industries and provide incentives for companies to set up new production facilities or upgrade existing infrastructure in these fields.
Greek Foreign Minister Still Refuses to Acknowledge Intelligence Service Role in Predator Spyware Scandal
Speaking in an interview published on March 3, 2026, the minister expressed complete confidence in the justice system and defended the government’s handling of the affair.
Hedge Fund Billionaire John Paulson Exits Greek Water Utility EYDAP
Paulson first invested in the company in May 2014, when he acquired a 9.99% stake for approximately €86 million.
The Middle East Crisis and the Future of Europe’s Vertical Gas Corridor
The instability affecting key maritime routes—most notably the Strait of Hormuz—has already pushed up insurance premiums and freight rates for LNG carriers.
Israel’s Ambassador to Greece: “We are fighting the Iranian terrorist regime, not the Iranian people”
A central theme of the ambassador’s remarks is the distinction between the Iranian regime and Iranian society.
Greek Banks’ Push into the Gulf Slows Amid Middle East Escalation
Major infrastructure and technology projects that lie at the core of Greek banks’ interest in the region, have not been abandoned.
Inside America’s Military Footprint in Greece
Today, Souda is the only American facility governed by the Greek–U.S. base agreement that entered into force in 1990 and remains active through annual renewals
Why Greece’s Wiretapping Scandal Still Haunts the Government After Court Ruling
Government spokesperson sought to downplay the political implications of the wiretapping ruling.
Greece Submits Offshore Hydrocarbon Deals with Chevron to Parliament
The government submitted to parliament for ratification a series of lease agreements with Chevron Greece and Helleniq Upstream.
Greece Plans New Digital Platform for Consumer Complaints
The platform will be accessible via Android and iOS devices and will allow users to submit either anonymous or named complaints.
Greek Court to Hear Major Case on Tempi Railway Tragedy
Parallel to the main trial, Greece’s Supreme Court is examining whether criminal responsibility may extend to former political leaders.
Greek Court Ruling Reopens Illegal Surveillance Case, Triggers New Prosecutorial Probe
The court further ordered an investigation into whether surveillance software continued to operate in Greece even after the scandal became public.
Greek banks to generate up to €341 million annually from account maintenance fees
This additional income stream is expected to start appearing in banks’ financial results in 2026, further strengthening net fee income, which has already recorded robust growth.
Oil at $100: Budget Projections Expose Greece’s Vulnerability to an Energy Shock
Under this adverse scenario, Greece’s real gross domestic product would be 0.45% lower than in the baseline projection, with annual economic growth slowing to 1.9%, compared with stronger momentum in the absence of an energy shock.
Greece Targets Vacant Bank-Owned Housing With New ENFIA Penalty Tax
The regulation includes an important exemption aimed at encouraging the use of housing stock.
Greek Banks’ Fee Income Jumps to €2.44 Billion in 2025, Rising More Than 25% in a Single Year
This marks an increase of about €500 million compared with the previous year.
Greece Marks Three Years Since Deadly Tempi Train Crash with Nationwide Strikes and Protests
Disruptions are going to affect transport nationwide.
Capital Tankers Raises $500 Million in Oversubscribed Oslo IPO
Capital Tankers Corp., a tanker shipping company controlled by Vangelis Marinakis, has completed a landmark public offering on the Oslo Stock Exchange, marking one of the largest equity transactions ever recorded in the global shipping industry.
Greece, US Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in White House Talks
Economic cooperation featured prominently on the agenda, particularly in the areas of trade, investment and energy.
Greece Moves to Clamp Down on Illegal Gambling With Sweeping New Law
At the centre of the plan is a redesign of how the state prevents, detects and suppresses illegal gaming.
Eurobank Targets Sustained Profit Growth Through 2028 Under New Business Plan
Management expects EPS to grow at an average annual rate of around 10% over the 2026–2028 period, broadly in line with growth in the Group’s net profits.
Greece convicts spyware figures in ‘Predatorgate’ scandal, marking rare accountability for surveillance abuses
Reacting to the decision, Rebecca White, a Security Lab Researcher at Amnesty International, said the convictions mark a long-overdue step toward accountability.
Athens Court Hands First Convictions in Greece’s Predator Spyware Scandal
Four people found guilty with a cumulative prison sentence of 126 years.
Why Greece’s Chevron Agreement Is Under Fire from a Former Prime Minister
According to Samaras, clauses added to the contract at the last moment raise serious questions about whether Greece may be implicitly conceding sovereign rights in disputed maritime zones.
Greece Sets Trial for Varoufakis Over Comments on Drug Use 37 Years Ago
MeRA25 described the move as unprecedented and politically motivated, arguing that it reflects a broader erosion of judicial independence in Greece.
Greek Court to Rule in Predator Spyware Trial as Prosecutor Seeks Convictions
Despite maintaining their innocence, the four defendants chose not to testify before the court or respond to questions from the prosecutor and the presiding judge.