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Greece Rolls Out AI-Enabled Traffic Cameras to Improve Road Safety
The Greek system will initially rely on two separate camera networks.
The Most Important Speech in Davos — and Why Greece Should Be Paying Attention
At this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, the most consequential speech did not come from a leader of a global superpower or a technology executive.
Mitsotakis Signals Conditional Greek Support for Trump’s Gaza Peace Initiative
Greece signalled conditional support for the Peace Council proposed by former US president Donald Trump, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressing that Athens would only participate under strict and clearly defined terms.
Nearly Seven in Ten Greeks Say Country Is on the Wrong Path, Survey Finds
Nearly seven in ten Greeks believe their country is heading in the wrong direction, according to a new nationwide survey that underscores deepening public disillusionment with the political system as a whole.
Greece Sets Framework for Reinvesting Organized Crime Proceeds into Policing
A new joint ministerial decision in Greece sets out how money generated from organized crime cases will be redistributed to strengthen law enforcement.
Piraeus Bank and Wikifarmer Launch FarmClick to Drive Digital Transformation in Agriculture
By combining Wikifarmer’s global digital footprint with Piraeus Bank’s deep understanding of agricultural finance, the company aims to position itself at the centre of a rapidly evolving ecosystem.
OFAC Removes Greek Shipowner Altomare from Sanctions List After Review
Altomare, a Greece-based maritime company linked to shipowners Dimitris Bakos and Giannis Kaymenakis, had been designated by OFAC on November 20 over allegations that it was involved in the transportation of Iranian crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas.
How Reconstruction Spending Can Turn Natural Disasters into a Growth Opportunity
The study analyzes data from 116 advanced, emerging, and developing economies over the period 1990–2022.
Greece Targets Higher Minimum Wage as Inflation Pressures Persist
In recent years, the minimum wage in Greece has risen steadily.
Kyriakos Pierrakakis Sets Out Eurogroup Priorities Amid Rising Geopolitical and Economic Uncertainty
Referring to his first Eurogroup meeting, Pierrakakis highlighted the swift decision-making process that led to the nomination of Croatian central banker Boris Vujčić for the post of Vice-President of the European Central Bank.
Greece-Israel Defence Cooperation Enters New Phase, Ministers Say
The two sides agreed to intensify cooperation on countering unmanned threats, including drone swarms and unmanned underwater systems, as well as strengthening capabilities in cyber defence.
PASOK Seeks Political Reset Ahead of March Congress
Athens mayor Haris Doukas delivered a pointed critique of PASOK’s current trajectory, warning that the party’s strategy had failed to deliver electoral momentum and that the goal of political leadership was drifting further away.
Greece Activates Emergency Measures Ahead of Severe Storms
A “Red Code” alert—the highest warning level—has been issued for several regions, including parts of southern and central Greece, the Athens metropolitan area, Thessaly, and western Macedonia.
Greece Holds Strong Position Among Europe’s Top Mediterranean Travel Choices
Greece places third among preferred outbound travel destinations in both Germany and Italy, fourth in France and the United Kingdom, and sixth in Spain.
Greek Government Cites Fiscal Limits as Farmers Warn Protests Will Continue
The farmers’ delegation, made up of 31 representatives, presented 14 demands focusing on reducing energy and fuel costs, compensating for lost income and tackling sheep pox, which has severely affected livestock farmers.
Wiretapping Trial Continues Without Key Witnesses in Athens
Instead of witness testimony, the court focused on reading and formally entering documents included in the case file or submitted during the proceedings.
Greek Voters Express Discontent with Political Class Despite Ruling Party Lead
One of the most striking findings of the poll is the very high share of undecided voters, which stands at 19.1%, underscoring the fluidity of the current political environment.
Metlen Produces First Gallium Output, Signaling a New Chapter for Europe’s Critical Raw Materials
Crucially, Metlen’s patented production technology has now been proven under full industrial conditions rather than in a laboratory environment.
First Test for New Eurogroup President Comes With ECB Vice Presidency Contest
Kyriakos Pierrakakis on Monday makes his debut in Brussels as president of the Eurogroup.
Greece’s Real Estate Boom Raises Tax and Transparency Concerns
Foreign investors are estimated to have contributed roughly €2.5–3 billion, while large-scale transactions involving hotels and commercial complexes added a further €2–2.5 billion.
Greek-American Billionaire Family Behind the LA Chargers Enters Greek Real Estate
The Spanos family is regarded as one of the most influential business dynasties in the United States, with an estimated net worth of around $2.4 billion.
Alexis Tsipras Signals Political Comeback, Calls for a Broad Progressive Alternative in Greece
Speaking at the presentation of his book Ithaca, Tsipras framed his message around what he described as a growing social demand for an alternative political direction.
Athens Tourism Surges as the Greek Capital Breaks Seasonality
Tourism data for the Greek capital point to a strong and sustained rise in arrivals, overnight stays and, most notably, revenues.
New Greek Regulation Targets Living Conditions of Seasonal Tourism Workers
Inspections are carried out by the competent tourism authorities.
Greek Regulator Warns «Finfluencers» Over Transparency and Legal Responsibility
Influencers were also urged to verify the legitimacy of the companies, platforms or applications they promote.
Lesbos Court Acquits Humanitarian Volunteers After Seven-Year Legal Battle
A court on the Greek island of Lesbos on January 15 acquitted all 24 humanitarian workers who had faced felony charges linked to their involvement in search and rescue operations for migrants and asylum seekers in the Aegean Sea.
Greece Signals Naval Upgrade with Arrival of High-Tech FDI Frigate Kimon
Greece formally welcomed its newest frontline warship on Thursday, as the FDI frigate Kimon arrived in the Saronic Gulf in a high-profile ceremony underscoring the country’s broader defence modernisation drive.
EU Auditors Warn of Serious Gaps in Greece’s Olive Oil Control System
According to the report, between 2018 and 2023 the Greek authorities consistently carried out fewer compliance checks than the minimum required under EU legislation, with the exception of 2023.
Aeon Acquisition Still in Pre-IPO Limbo as Amended Filing Raises Fresh Questions
Aeon Acquisition I Corp., a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), has filed a substantially amended registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), revising key elements of its planned Nasdaq initial public offering.
Fed official Steven Miran praises Greece’s post-crisis turnaround
In his remarks, Dr Miran said Greece’s emergence from the deep crisis that began in 2009 was the result of difficult but necessary reforms.
Greece’s Market Regulator Selects Ernst & Young for High-Profile Crypto Supervision Mandate
The assignment followed a competitive process in which major international audit and consulting firms were invited to submit technical and financial proposals.