DAEDALUS, the computing core of the AI Factory Pharos, is the new supercomputer expected to transform Greece’s research and innovation landscape. It is now entering the final phase of its implementation: the entire system has already been assembled at HPE’s factory in the Czech Republic and is undergoing full technical inspection before being transferred to its final installation site at the Lavrion Technological and Cultural Park of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) (cover photo: Preparation of the Lavrion facilities).

The first photographs of the new DAEDALUS supercomputer have already been released, generating waves of anticipation among those awaiting the start of its operation at the Lavrion facilities. As shown in the photographic material, the facilities are currently being prepared to host it later this summer. This is a highly complex construction consisting of specialized cabinets with direct liquid cooling and high power specifications, integrating more than 2,000 powerful NVIDIA Grace Hopper (GH200) superchips, specifically designed for large-scale artificial intelligence applications. At HPE’s laboratories, extensive operational testing of the individual units and their interaction as a unified system is currently underway, ensuring that before its transfer and installation in Lavrion, its stability and performance under real workload conditions have been fully validated.

Based on measurements already carried out, DAEDALUS is expected to reach a computing power exceeding 89 quadrillion arithmetic operations per second (89 × 10¹⁵ FLOPS in double precision). Compared to home computers and typical professional systems, this corresponds to performance levels millions of times faster, enabling it to solve computational problems in hours or days that would require weeks or months on conventional machines. The installation of DAEDALUS in Greece marks the first time such a powerful system is hosted in the country and is expected to position the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and Lavrion among Europe’s leading computational infrastructures, serving as a regional hub in Southeastern Europe.

The Greek Artificial Intelligence “Factory” PHAROS is becoming a regional AI hub in Southeastern Europe, as it will be connected with four AI Factory Antennas in Cyprus, Malta, North Macedonia, and Serbia (Source: www.ekt.gr/en )

Pharos, the Greek AI Factory

The Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, speaking to the Athens–Macedonian News Agency, stressed that “DAEDALUS is not just another technical project. It is a strategic investment of national importance that places our country at the core of Europe’s computing and technological power. At a time when Artificial Intelligence and data determine economic and geopolitical influence, Greece cannot remain merely a consumer of technology. DAEDALUS gives us the ability to produce knowledge, innovation, and high value-added applications here, in our own country”.

The Minister of Digital Governance continued: “As the computing core of the AI Factory Pharos, it will provide startups, universities, and public institutions with access to advanced infrastructure that until now was the privilege of only a few countries. From healthcare and sustainable development to the Greek language and culture, we are creating the conditions for Greece to shape developments — not merely follow them. With DAEDALUS, we are building a new pillar of digital sovereignty. We are putting into practice our choice for an economy of knowledge, technology, and extroversion, with a meaningful and active role in the European Artificial Intelligence ecosystem.”

The organization and operation of the system are not limited to the “machine” itself. It constitutes an integrated infrastructure in which the supercomputer will serve as the core of Pharos, an AI Factory that will provide the service layer: access rules, support, tools, data management, and human expertise. Pharos aims to make supercomputing power accessible to research centers, universities, startups, and the public sector by offering services and technical assistance so users can leverage high-performance computing safely, compliantly, and efficiently. Technical matters such as sensitive data management, anonymization, preparation of AI-ready datasets, and the implementation of proper access policies will be handled through the Pharos service ecosystem, reducing barriers for businesses and researchers.

The practical significance of the infrastructure is immediate and multi-layered. For Greek startups and SMEs, DAEDALUS and Pharos mean access to computing power and technical support that until now were available only through costly commercial cloud services or with significant delays when accessing international centers. This can reduce development costs and accelerate AI model training and optimization cycles, enabling a faster transition from proof-of-concept to functional prototypes and pilot applications in sectors such as healthcare, public services, energy, and the environment. Universities and research institutions gain access to infrastructure for complex simulations and large-scale experiments, reducing the need to send workloads to foreign platforms and strengthening opportunities for collaboration with industry.

In the healthcare sector, for example, a Greek startup will be able to rapidly train large models that prioritize images from emergency cases—such as X-rays or CT scans—and integrate anonymization and secure data management tools in order to test and validate clinical applications much faster than has been practically feasible until now. In the public sector, access to computing power at a national scale opens up possibilities for improved data analysis, faster crisis response, optimization of energy grids, and applications for environmental protection and natural resource management.

PHAROS AI Factory, Greece’s national ecosystem for accelerating Artificial Intelligence innovation, participated in Athens Digital Health Week 2026, held on 16-20 February 2026 in Athens

The installation and full operation process follows a specific timeline: DAEDALUS will be installed in Lavrion in the summer of 2026, while full operation and the provision of services to the country’s innovation ecosystem through Pharos are expected in the autumn of 2026. The project is being implemented under the auspices of the National Infrastructures for Research and Technology Network (EDYTE S.A. – GRNET), with scientific and administrative oversight from leading figures in the field, including distinguished professors and representatives in European programs such as EuroHPC, as well as from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). The close collaboration among academic, technical, and administrative bodies, along with the involvement of EU funding instruments and the Greek public administration, aims to ensure that the investment will generate multiplier benefits for the economy and research.

(Source: www.amna.gr : “DAEDALUS – “Building” the Heart of Pharos: From Assembly to Installation in Summer 2026”, Photos: Ministry of Digital Governance)

DAEDALUS supercomputer of GRNET at the Lavrion Technological Cultural Park of the NTUA (animation)

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The new Innovation Center of Epirus was recently inaugurated in Ioannina by the Minister of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports, Sofia Zacharaki, and was also visited in the afternoon by the Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The Epirus Innovation Center is housed in the Kato Marmara Municipal Primary School of Ioannina and is part of the nationwide network of 13 Innovation Centers, which are being established in every Regional Directorate of Education in the country and are scientifically and pedagogically supported by the Computer Technology Institute and Press (CTI) “Diophantus.” The operation of the Innovation Centers is being implemented within the framework of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan – Greece 2.0, funded by the European Union (NextGenerationEU).

Innovation Centres constitute a knowledge ecosystem that integrates and links the school community, the local community, research institutions, universities and local businesses, while connecting with similar educational ecosystems in Europe and elsewhere in the world. Innovation Centres are purpose-built, high-quality environments for STEM learning, green growth and innovation promotion in general. Each lab can be designed to support multiple topics and curriculum modules to meet the unique educational needs of each community.

They aim to have both a virtual format to support remote schools and districts, and a physical presence at a specific site to be visited by stakeholders. At the same time, one Innovation Lab will be developed in the premises of the implementing institution for the needs of designing the educational material and the training of the teachers who will staff the Innovation Centres.

In detail, the scope of the project includes the following five (5) main pillars:

• Educational Programmes: For all educational programmes, detailed scenarios and educational material is being developed, covering the teaching of each subject, while at the same time manuals are being compiled for students and teachers.
• Supply and installation of technological/network equipment (hardware/software) to enable the implementation of these specific educational programmes.
• Architectural design of Innovation Centres’ premises: The supply and installation of office-hall equipment and other interior design works is being carried out to serve the single identity among all ICs, with a pleasant and playful environment that attracts visitors. The exterior premises of each IC can also be used for the implementation of educational scenarios!
• Training of teachers and, in general, of the personnel that will staff Innovation Centres, so that they acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out the task of disseminating knowledge to both the teachers who will visit the ICs and their students.
• Services: Production of educational modules, piloting & technical support services, project coordination and management.

(Source: https://www.cti.gr/en/homepage/)

During the inauguration, students, teachers, and education officials had the opportunity to actively interact and experiment with modern technological applications as part of experiential and collaborative activities that highlight the Center’s pedagogical orientation.

In her speech, the Minister of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports, Sofia Zacharaki, emphasized that the Epirus Innovation Center is a true hub of learning, collaboration and coordination, serving the school of tomorrow. “Today we are here in Ioannina, at the second Innovation Center we are inaugurating outside Athens, as part of the Ministry of Education’s cooperation with CTI ‘Diophantus’ and with funding from the Recovery Fund. This is an important opportunity for all children, wherever they are and wherever they attend school, to have equal access to meaningful learning experiences. At this Center, students will come into contact with technology and science through applications of augmented reality, robotics and modern technological tools, while at the same time becoming familiar with important elements from different scientific and professional fields. Their teachers – technologists, physicists, chemists and others – will have the opportunity to prepare them through educational scenarios and, upon returning to school, to put into practice what they have worked on here. I am particularly pleased that the institution of Innovation Centers is being strengthened, and I warmly thank the Municipality for providing the space, the Regional Directorate of Education and all the education officials who contribute to establishing this new institution. I reiterate the steady emphasis we place on broadening the range of opportunities and ensuring equal opportunities for all children, in every region of the country”, stressed the Minister.

(Source: minedu.gov.gr/)

Every Innovation Centre includes 5 units:

Extended Reality (XR) technologies, including Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). These technologies enhance education by creating immersive and interactive learning experiences. Equipped with VR/AR devices, computers, and specialized software, the XR space allows students to actively engage with digital environments, fostering creativity, collaboration, and exploration of advanced technologies. It also functions as a green screen room and can serve as a virtual collaboration studio, enabling live interaction between Innovation Centres in different regions.

In the Internet of Things learning space, students explore artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, and the Internet of Things through hands-on activities. They develop age-appropriate programming and operational skills, design software, analyze data, and practice algorithm-based decision-making. This integrated approach strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving skills for the digital age. The space also includes dedicated laptop and tablet workstations for tasks such as system design, video editing, and programming.

In the Robotics learning space, students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities using robotic technologies. With tools such as robotic arms, social robots, Arduino and Raspberry Pi boards, sensors, and STEM kits, they explore programming, design, and real-world applications. This dynamic environment fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and prepares students for today’s technological era.

The Fabrication learning space blends digital and hands-on creation, following the model of MIT’s FabLab network. Equipped with 3D printers, laser and vinyl cutters, and a 3D scanner, it enables students to transform digital designs into physical objects. Alongside digital tools, traditional hand and electric tools support practical skill development. In this versatile environment, students enhance their creativity while building programming, design, and crafting skills.

The Innovation Centre includes a dedicated meeting and presentation area that also functions as a welcoming reception space. Equipped with interactive whiteboards, advanced audio systems, and teleconferencing tools, it supports high-quality presentations, events, and student project showcases. Designed for flexibility and active participation, the space fosters interaction while adapting to evolving needs.

 (Source: https://ic.cti.gr/en/about/laboratories.html)

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Mr. Prime Minister, I would like to begin by thanking you for organizing this very important summit and for placing India and the Global South at the heart of this global discussion on artificial intelligence. The framework you chose for this summit, under the theme “People, Planet, and Progress”, reflects the fact that artificial intelligence is not only a profound and immense technological transformation, but also a cultural one. The choices we make today will determine whether artificial intelligence expands opportunities or deepens inequalities.

Allow me to briefly share three thoughts. First, as many of you have pointed out, the benefits of artificial intelligence must be widely distributed. Every technological revolution in history has generated enormous wealth. However, history teaches us that the distribution of this wealth is never automatic. Artificial intelligence has the potential to lead to unprecedented scientific breakthroughs, to dramatically improve healthcare, to strengthen education, and to support climate resilience.

However, the question that arises is simple: who benefits beyond the major technology companies and their shareholders? In our countries, governments must ensure that workers are reskilled, that small businesses have access to artificial intelligence tools, that public services are upgraded. Farmers, nurses, teachers, and small entrepreneurs must feel the benefits of this technology in a tangible way. Concerns about the displacement of a significant portion of the workforce are legitimate and must be addressed as soon as possible.

In Greece, we are moving in this direction, as digitalization has made public services much more accessible. The integration of artificial intelligence into education will help reduce the learning gap, while progress in telemedicine, predictive analytics, and personalized preventive care is making healthcare far more proactive—shifting it from treatment in hospitals to prevention at home and improving the quality of life for all citizens.

As countries, we must avoid a world where access to computers, data, and talent is concentrated in only a few geographic regions. Artificial intelligence cannot be a story of digital concentration. It must be a story of digital inclusion.

My second point is that the state itself must improve. Technology is evolving at an exceptionally rapid pace, but far too often our public institutions operate with outdated systems and rules. If we want artificial intelligence to serve society, governments must significantly upgrade their own “software.” Public procurement frameworks designed for the industrial era are not suited to the age of artificial intelligence, and must become faster, more outcome-oriented, and more open to start-ups and innovative businesses. Public administrations must invest in their own capabilities, in digital talent, in data infrastructure, and in AI literacy across all ministries.

This is not simply about implementing a few pilot projects. We must move from the stage of experimentation to large-scale deployment, as you have done with great success in India, Mr. Prime Minister. The countries that will succeed in artificial intelligence will not simply be those that build powerful models, but those that build capable states.

To that end, we must choose our regulatory priorities wisely. For Greece—and for me personally—the protection of minors from digital addiction and the risks of the internet is a matter of intergenerational solidarity and a top priority for my government. I am pleased to see that many other countries are moving in this direction. Greece will very soon announce its own decision regarding banning minors’ and adolescents’ access to social media.

However, this is aligned with our democratic responsibility to ensure, as the Prime Minister of Croatia mentioned, that technology strengthens the public sphere and does not overwhelm us with misinformation and hatred. I am in favor of an extensive dialogue with the major technology companies, but we must be aware that if this dialogue does not produce tangible results, the only solution will be regulation.

Finally, with regard to the geopolitical impact of artificial intelligence, we should lean toward adaptation. Artificial intelligence is not only about code and computation, but it is also a component of national power, and interdependencies are embedded throughout the entire AI ecosystem, from semiconductors to cloud infrastructure, from datasets to research and collaboration. No country can achieve this alone. That is why trusted partnerships matter.

In Greece, we have built partnerships with all major cloud service providers, while at the same time developing our own capabilities through AI factories and initiatives supported by the European Union, led by national champions, and attracting investment from around the world.

And balance is essential. A world in which technology is being instrumentalized to pressure trusted partners, or in which excessive regulation becomes a tool to suppress innovation, is a world in which collective innovation declines. If we fragment the artificial intelligence ecosystem into rigid segments, we reduce the benefits for everyone. If we capitalize on interdependence responsibly, we expand opportunities for all.

Ladies and gentlemen, if we ensure that the dividends of artificial intelligence are shared, if we modernize the state to keep pace with technology, and if we build trusted partnerships that extend innovation rather than fragment it, then artificial intelligence can truly serve people, drive progress, and protect our planet.

And as I listened to the Prime Minister of India, I thought that it is the combination of artificial intelligence and ancestral intelligence, whether found in ancient Sanskrit texts or in the writings of Greek philosophers, that will ultimately lead us to a fairer future, with prosperity. This is the message that Greece wants to send to the world, and I hope it resonates. Thank you.

(Source: www.primeminister.gr)

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ meeting with the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi.

During the meeting, the two leaders conducted a comprehensive review of bilateral relations and confirmed the excellent level of cooperation, two years after Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ official visit to India and two and a half years after Mr. Modi’s reciprocal visit to Athens, which marked the upgrade of Greece-India relations to a strategic partnership.

They also expressed their mutual desire to capitalize on this momentum to further deepen relations, particularly in the areas of defense, shipping, shipbuilding and repair, and infrastructure.

The Prime Minister reiterated that Greece can serve as India’s gateway to Europe, due to its geographical location and infrastructure, while restating Greece’s willingness to participate in the IMEC Economic Corridor.

The two leaders also discussed the EU-India trade agreement and the prospects it creates. The Prime Minister congratulated Mr. Modi on the agreement, which he described as a unique opportunity to strengthen EU-India economic and geopolitical ties during uncertain times internationally.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the opportunities now emerging in the Indian market for high-quality Greek agri-food products, such as olive oil and kiwifruit.

The latest developments in Ukraine were also discussed during the meeting.

Mr. Mitsotakis and Mr. Modi also exchanged views on the development of artificial intelligence. The Prime Minister stressed that Greece and India have much to contribute to this discussion.

(Source: www.primeminister.gr)

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Over the past few years, innovation has been on the rise in Thessaloniki and northern Greece in general. The city's strategic location and the presence of a number of universities and thriving businesses reinforce Thessaloniki's comparative advantages in its goal to become a pillar of development and innovation in Southeast Europe. A large innovation and technology center, named Thess INTEC (Thessaloniki Innovation & Technology Center), currently under development, aims to become the focal point for the innovation activities of academic and research institutions, start-up clusters, and corporate research and development departments.

This 4th generation Science and Technology Park will offer the opportunity for private and public sector research and development to come together and collaborate in a specially designed 756,968 m² space in the Thessaloniki airport area, with a budget of over €70 million. The park will host 100 to 150 companies and research centers and will employ around 7,000 people. Thess INTEC is set to become one of Europe's largest innovation and technology centers, with the aim of attracting investment from Greek and foreign companies over the next ten years.

A “bottom-up” approach

It should be noted that a significant number of leading Greek companies and research institutes, as well as international technology parks in Europe and America, have already signed written agreements with each other to cooperate on setting up operations at the Center. This is why the Thess INTEC project has a “bottom-up” approach, whereby the needs arising from cooperation and coexistence between research teams and companies have determined the manner, size, and even the materials with which the Center’s shared infrastructure and building complexes should be developed.

Thess INTEC is dedicated to an entire ecosystem active in fields such as artificial intelligence, advanced materials, clean energy, nanotechnology, supply chain, and transportation and mobility, with the aim of creating new products and services of international scope.

Large-scale technology parks and innovation zones are the most effective way to link research to production and, at the same time, strengthen emerging technology companies, as they bring start-ups and spin-offs into contact with established companies based in the center. This is why one of Thess INTEC's main activities will be to provide support services and facilities for start-ups from Greece and abroad. It should be noted that 35% of Greek spin-offs operate in Thessaloniki.

As part of the first phase of Thess INTEC's development, there are plans to construct buildings with a total surface area of 10,500 m², of which 5,500 m² will be used for offices and the remaining 5,000 m² for specialized laboratories. These premises will house the park's administration, the start-up incubator, and the research teams working on flagship megaprojects, which will focus on strategic technological and industrial sectors with high potential.

According to the feasibility and viability study carried out in collaboration with the International Association of Science Parks (IASP), 70 existing innovative companies have signed cooperation agreements with 17 university/research laboratories as part of the Center's six megaprojects, with a view to setting up and collaborating on a common goal at the Thess INTEC premises.

The six megaprojects are the following:

• MP1 Advanced materials and industrial production processes

• MP2 Applications of flexible organic materials derived from nanotechnology

• MP3 Artificial intelligence and simulation applications

• MP4 Innovative clean energy solutions

• MP5 Skills development for the integration of innovative solutions in businesses and the supply chain

• MP6 Future mobility technologies and applications

A place for meeting, art, and culture At the same time, the park's development company will lease land on a long-term basis (from 20 to 50 years) to companies and organizations wishing to relocate, with the possibility of building private facilities in accordance with Thess INTEC's architectural rules. In addition to high-tech and innovation facilities, office space will be made available to service companies (ICT, consulting, accounting, advertising, etc.), while a conference and exhibition center, a hotel complex, and a theme park will be created through concession contracts. The coastal area will host leisure and catering facilities, such as restaurants, cafes, shops, and event spaces.

Thess INTEC will serve as a meeting point for the Greek innovation ecosystem, contributing decisively to the transformation of the country's production model. At the same time, it will be a landmark for northern Greece and Thessaloniki. With 340,000 m² of open green spaces, sports and leisure facilities, distinctive landscape architecture and buildings, an inextricable link with the sea, and an intense and ongoing “dialogue” with the local community, it will undoubtedly become a place for meeting, art, and culture.

58% of Thess INTEC AE is owned by private sector organizations and companies, including the Hellenic Federation of Enterprises, the Greek Exporters Association, and Greek companies. The remaining 42% of the capital is held by public sector organizations, including the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the University of Macedonia, the International Hellenic University, the Center for Research and Technology, Hellas (CERTH), the Alexander Innovation Zone, and the Municipality of Thermaikos.

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The APSIM project (Applications of Situated Simulations) aims to promote the Greek culture using innovative technologies, assisting both the general public and the new generations to get familiar and love the archaeological wealth of Greece. Using an Augmented Reality (AR) application, visitors of archaeological sites and museums will have the opportunity to enjoy a completely different tour-experience in the archaeological sites, resembling one of a video gaming!

Through the Augmented Reality application CirculAR, cultural heritage sites are transformed into immersive, interactive experiences that connect the past with the present. By combining scientifically documented content with advanced 3D modeling, spatial mapping, and gamification techniques, CirculAR enables users to explore monuments in their original form directly within their physical environment. Using a smartphone or tablet, visitors can visualize reconstructions, navigate around monuments, and engage with historical narratives in a dynamic and intuitive way. The appliation is available free of charge for Android devices via the Google Play Store and for iOS via the App Store.

The creation of the CirculAR application was the result of multifaceted collaboration among scientists from different fields: archaeologists, historians, computer engineers, interface designers, educators, and specialists in cultural policy development. It was developed within the framework of the European APSIM project, coordinated by the I-SENSE research team of the Institute of Communication and Computer Systems (ICCS) of the National Technical University of Athens (NTU), with the participation of the Ephorate of Antiquities of the Cyclades, the Department of History and Archaeology of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (University Excavation of Dion), the Epigraphic Museum of Athens, and the companies “GEOANALYSIS S.A.” and “Comic IKE.” The project is implemented under the “Research–Create–Innovate” action of the General Secretariat for Research and Technology, co-funded by the European Union.

The island of Delos- sacred in antiquity serving for millennia as a cultural, economic, and religious center - comes to life once again with the help of the innovative Augmented Reality application CirculAR. Using a simple smartphone or tablet, users of the application can experience an augmented reality journey: they can bring the monuments of Delos to life, view them in three dimensions, rotate them, walk around them, and enjoy a completely new, immersive visiting experience. The Temple of Apollo, the Stoa and the House of the Naxians, the Propylaea, the Terrace of the Lions—all those monuments that today are discernible only through their architectural remains—are revived through augmented reality and the use of scientifically documented content.

By using the camera, sensors embedded in mobile phones, and spatial mapping and positioning algorithms, the application “reads” the landscape and digitally places monuments or traces of the past exactly where they once stood. “The user participates, learns, and forms an emotional connection with the monument, transforming historical memory into a personal experience. And this is precisely the goal—so that we can creatively reconnect with the past,” notes researcher Dr. Tina Katika, Head of the XR Department at I-SENSE. (Source: apsim-project.eu,  amna.gr)

APSIM’s Pilot Demonstrations in Delos Island

According to Dr. Angelos Amditis, project coordinator and Director of Research and Development at ICCS/NTUA, speaking to the Athens–Macedonian News Agency (ANA-MPA), “We are effectively bridging today’s imagination with life in the past. Through the application, you don’t simply see stones or foundations—you see stories, you see architecture, you see human activities. As a result, the application becomes a means of interpretation and understanding, as well as an educational tool grounded in scientific accuracy, essentially transforming the ordinary citizen from a passive observer into an active explorer. In this way, every visit becomes a process of discovery, navigation, knowledge gathering, interaction, and connection”. “The greatest value of the application is that it functions as a bridge across time, carrying the past into the present and the present into the future. In this way, it helps us preserve not only the material but also the intangible dimension of History—creating knowledge and experience, and forging a meaningful relationship between people and place.” (Source: amna.gr)

The application is not limited to Delos. Through the same technology, users can also explore other monuments across Greece. The aim is to incorporate additional monuments into the application in the future.

The Episcopal Basilica of Dion in Pieria.  The ancient Dion, in the region of Pieria, was a sacred site of the Macedonian kingdom. The Roman colony of Dion flourished during the imperial period, particularly in late antiquity. Dion became an episcopal see, which reinforced its importance as an urban centre for the wider region. Near the centre of the ancient city and at a short distance from the Forum, the so-called Episcopal Basilica was built in the 5^th century CE, with at least two successive building phases.

The Philo’s Arsenal (Skeuotheke of Philon), located in the port of Zea (Piraeus), is a significant building preserving the technological memory of ancient warships. In 347 BC, the Athenians decided to construct a building in Piraeus to store the equipment of the military fleet—such as sails, ropes, and tents—during the winter months. The rectangular building, 130 meters long and 18 meters wide, called the Skeuotheke, was designed by the architects Philo and Euthydomos. Ancient writers considered the building the most eminent among the structures of ancient Greek architecture. Its virtual reconstruction was based on a surviving marble inscription, now exhibited at the Epigraphic Museum of Athens, which has been preserved in its entirety.

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Endeavor Greece was launched in 2012 as part of the global Endeavor Network to support high-impact entrepreneurs. Founded in the beginning of a critical economic turmoil, Endeavor Greece aimed to serve the country’s entrepreneurship and help it flourish at the exact moment it was most needed. Since then, it has been at the epicenter of the Greek Innovation Ecosystem, by facilitating local and global entrepreneurial development through mentorship, services, and programs that help innovative founders enter hard-to-access emerging markets, and make economies thrive. (Cover photo: amna.gr)

Its mission is not simply to support startups, but to back high-impact entrepreneurs who can scale, create jobs, and strengthen the broader economy. Endeavor is neither an incubator nor a traditional accelerator; it selects, supports, and invests in founders through mentoring, global networks, and, when possible, capital via Endeavor Catalyst. Its ultimate goal is the Multiplier Effect—successful founders reinvesting their time, knowledge, and capital to help the next generation and build a resilient innovation ecosystem. As Endeavor’s leadership emphasizes, when successful founders give back time, knowledge, and capital to the next generation, the ecosystem gains depth and longevity.

By offering networking opportunities, access to capital and expertise, the Endeavor Greece programs help high-impact entrepreneurs with talent and innovative spirit to thrive, have a significant impact on their ecosystem and transform economies. An important role is played by the Scale Up Program, the early-stage support program, which in 2025 added two new cohorts and six new companies. Today it includes sixty active companies with founders in fifteen countries, reaffirming Endeavor’s goal of attracting talent to Greece and building global businesses from the country. At the same time, corporate innovation programs—from OPAP Forward, which has supported dozens of businesses and thousands of jobs, to the Visa Innovation Program Europe, as well as Rise Up, act as bridges between innovation and the real economy.

Recently, entrepreneurs, investors, executives of large organizations, mentors, founders, and representatives of the innovation ecosystem gathered at the former Hilton venue within the context of an Endeavor Greece meeting. The occasion marked the close of the year and focused on reviewing the year’s achievements and planning the next steps.

“2025 was a year of unprecedented technological acceleration,” notes the president of Endeavor Greece and co-owner and president of Phaea, Konstantza Spyrakou-Constantakopoulou, in her message on the Endeavor website. “Greek founders are no longer just riding the wave. They are helping to create it.” This phrase effectively served as the informal title of the gathering, because almost every discussion—whether about exits, investments, or new business plans—led to the same conclusion: the Greek innovation ecosystem has entered a phase of maturity, and with it comes a growing sense of responsibility.

2025 was a milestone year, as this model revealed its full potential. From the Athens Innovation Summit at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus to the first TechCrunch StrictlyVC in Athens, Greece moved to the center of the global tech and innovation conversation, while strong presences at major international events - Slush, VivaTech, FII, Gulfood, Idex - signaled a country acting with confidence and a clear narrative.

Endeavor’s global reach—spanning 50 markets, over 3,000 founders, and $700 million under management—translated into tangible results in Greece. Endeavor Catalyst invested $18 million in 12 Greek founders. Two leading Greek AI founders were selected as Endeavor Entrepreneurs, with Endeavor Catalyst participating in their funding rounds, which attracted global interest. In 2025 alone, the Endeavor Greece portfolio raised about $470 million in new capital, with six Greek companies included in Endeavor’s Global Outliers Class, ranked among the top 5% fastest-growing in the global network. These distinctions are not an end in themselves, but an indication that the ecosystem is gaining international momentum and confidence.

Behind the investment figures and headlines, however, lies another critical dimension. As Panagiotis Karampinis, Managing Director of Endeavor Greece, has pointed out, companies within the Endeavor ecosystem create new jobs, retain and repatriate talent, strengthen the country’s productive base, and contribute to the gradual transformation of the economic model. As was emphasized during the event, the goal is not only the generation of profits, but the diffusion of value across society, employment, and sustainable growth.

Endeavor Greece Video Interviews Series: Greeking Out 2.0

(Source: Endeavor Greece, amna.gr)

Government Startup Programs and Support in Greece

The Greek government has developed a range of programs and initiatives to support startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship. These programs aim to strengthen the national startup ecosystem, attract investment, and help new businesses grow both locally and internationally. Support is provided through direct government actions, public funding schemes, and cooperation with European institutions.

One of the most important government initiatives is Elevate Greece, which acts as the national gateway for startups. Managed by the General Secretariat for Research and Innovation under the Ministry of Development, Elevate Greece maintains the National Startup Registry. The Registry aims at monitoring startup entrepreneurship progress based on specific KPIs, at supporting them with benefits and incentives, and to operate as a dashboard of metrics to attract investors from Greece and abroad.

In addition to Elevate Greece, the Greek government offers public funding schemes and grants, many of which are co-funded by the European Union through the ESPA / NSRF 2021–2027 programs. These grants support areas such as digital transformation, research and development, green technologies, tourism innovation, and competitiveness. Funding programs are usually announced in specific calls and may focus on certain regions, industries, or business sizes. Startups can receive non-repayable financial support, provided they meet eligibility criteria and investment requirements.

Another major pillar of startup support in Greece is EquiFund, an initiative of the Greek State and the European Investment Fund (EIF), created with the ultimate goal of accelerating the development of the venture capital sector in Greece. This objective is achieved by channeling capital from EquiFund to intermediary financial institutions—namely, management teams selected by the EIF with the appropriate expertise—which then, in a professional and independent manner, select the business ventures and ideas to be financed. (photo source: antagonistikotita.gr)

The Greek government has also implemented new tax incentives and has introduced investment-based incentives connected to startups. Through recent changes to residency programs, investments in innovative Greek startups registered with Elevate Greece can be used as part of long-term residency schemes. These measures aim to attract foreign investors while supporting job creation and business growth in the country.

Beyond funding, Greece supports startups through public incubators, innovation hubs, and science parks. These structures often provide affordable office space, mentoring, training, networking opportunities, and help with accessing public funding. Many of these hubs are supported by national or regional authorities and work closely with universities, research centers, and private companies.

Additional support comes from public-sector-linked initiatives, such as entrepreneurship programs run by national employment agencies, regional authorities, and development laws. These programs may offer startup grants, advisory services, wage subsidies, or support for young entrepreneurs and first-time founders. Startups may also benefit from innovation challenges, competitions, and accelerator programs supported or endorsed by government bodies.

Overall, Greece’s startup support framework combines registration platforms, grants, venture capital stimulation, infrastructure, and policy incentives. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to register their startups early, monitor funding calls closely, and engage with incubators and innovation networks. Together, these government programs aim to create a supportive environment for innovation, economic growth, and sustainable entrepreneurship in Greece.

I.A.

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Five Greek satellites were launched on November 28, and are now in orbit around the Earth as part of the "National Micro-Satellite Program." These are two operational micro-satellites built by the private satellite company ICEYE, as well as three experimental and research microsatellites for technological demonstration, which will test new space technologies developed in Greece with the aim of strengthening the domestic industry. After being integrated via Exolaunch into SpaceX's Falcon 9 on the Transporter-15 rideshare, the satellites were launched on November 28 at 9:00 p.m. (GMT+2) from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. This is a very important success that further strengthens the country's position in the modern technological and space ecosystem.

More specifically, the Greek part of the mission consisted of:

• Two operational Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites, named ICEYE SAR-1 and SAR-2, which will provide Earth observation data day and night, under any weather conditions. This data will support civil protection, environmental monitoring, and national security activities.

• Two experimental research microsatellites named PHASMA-1 and PHASMA-2 (LAMAR & DIRAC), developed by the Libre Space Foundation, with the aim of demonstrating secure satellite connectivity and spectrum monitoring technologies from space.

• An experimental research microsatellite developed by PRISMA Electronics called MICE-1, which will focus on applications for secure connectivity and the Internet of Things (IoT), with uses predominantly in shipping.

With these five satellites, Greece is strengthening its potential in Earth Observation and Secure Communications services. It should be noted that the micro-satellite constellation developed under the "National Micro-Satellite Program" will provide important data for policy planning and decision-making in critical areas such as mapping, navigation, precision agriculture, spatial planning, and disaster management.

It is worth noting that the "National Small Satellite Program," implemented by the Ministry of Digital Governance with the support of the European Space Agency (ESA) and funded by the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility, is proceeding according to the initial plan.

Through the Micro-Satellite Program, Greece will gain full access to the existing commercial satellite networks of ICEYE, OroraTech, and Open Cosmos, ensuring more frequent and up-to-date data for the Greek territory.

Commenting on the launch, Minister of Digital Governance, Dimitris Papastergiou, stated: "Greece's presence in space is now a reality. The launch of five Greek satellites is a pivotal development for the country and further proof that we are consistently implementing the ‘National Small Satellite Program’ by utilizing the resources of the Recovery Facility. This is not just a technological investment. It is an investment in the country's future and its path to development, in strengthening the national space ecosystem, and in creating employment opportunities with strong prospects. For the first time, we are acquiring our own data from space and, with them, new possibilities for policy-making, product development, and decision-making in critical areas: from security and civil protection to environmental monitoring and sustainable development. Greece is establishing itself as a country that does not merely keep up with developments, but embraces them, shapes them, and transforms them into opportunities for all."

Secretary General of Telecommunications & Post at the Ministry of Digital Governance, Konstantinos Karantzalos, said that the successful launch was the result of conscious investment in Greek human resources, domestic technological capabilities, and Greek industry, adding: "With the participation of universities, research institutions, and Greek companies, we are strengthening our national technological base and creating the conditions for true autonomy in the development of space infrastructure and applications. The National Space Program lays the foundations for a new era and new cutting-edge programs, where Greece will not be a mere user, but a producer and exporter of expertise in the field of aerospace."

ESA’s Director of Earth Observation Programs, Simonetta Cheli, said: "The selection of ICEYE to develop the synthetic aperture radar satellites for Greece underlines ESA’s ongoing commitment to supporting national space initiatives from its Member States. The inclusion of ICEYE’s X-band synthetic aperture radar capability in the Greek ‘National Small Satellite Program’ is a compelling example of how space technologies translate into tangible and vital benefits on Earth."

CEO of ICEYE, Rafal Modrzewski, said: “This launch marks another important step both in supporting our customers in deploying their own constellations and scaling the world’s most advanced commercial SAR constellation. As global interest in space-based intelligence accelerates, ICEYE stands ready to help countries build sovereign satellite missions - turning high-quality satellite imaging into actionable intelligence for security and resilience.”

"At ICEYE Hellas, we are very proud to have contributed significantly to Greece's first crucial step towards autonomy in space. The launch of the first operational satellites under the Greek flag is just the beginning for the many more that we will build in Greece as part of our long-term investment plan for the country," added the Head of ICEYE Greece, Vasilis Chaloulakos.

"With Phasma, the Libre Space Foundation's seventh mission to space, we are pioneering the critical field of spectrum monitoring. The mission was developed on open-source principles, confirming that collaborative innovation delivers high-tech solutions. We are proud to continuously strengthen Greece's position in the new space age by promoting research and the democratization of knowledge," emphasized the Libre Space Foundation.

CEO of Prisma Electronics, Christos Giordamlis, stated: "The launch of MICE-1 is a moment of utmost importance and a significant proof of the capabilities of Prisma Electronics, which developed and constructed the nanosatellite in Alexandroupolis. With MICE-1, we are proving that Greek industry can produce cutting-edge technology and compete on equal terms in the international space and business arena."

Source: Hellenic Ministry of Digital Governance; Photos/video: SpaceX

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OpenAI for Greece is a new partnership between OpenAI, the Government of the Hellenic Republic, the Onassis Foundation, and Endeavor Greece, to expand access to high-quality AI tools in secondary education and accelerate innovation across Greece’s start-up ecosystem. This partnership establishes Greece as one of the first countries globally to collaborate with OpenAI on such a comprehensive national initiative.

In the context of the AI boom of the recent years, the Greek government has taken steps to formulate a national policy for leveraging the potential of AI, establishing a High Level Advisory Committee on Artificial Intelligence under the Prime Minister, and coordinated by the Special Secretariat of Foresight, already in November 2023. Its mission is to help the country seize the opportunity, spanning innovation and entrepreneurship, education and research, and AI integration into public sector services.

In order to bring this mission to life, the ‘OpenAI for Greece’ Memorandum of Understanding was signed at the Hellenic Expo -which took place in Thessaloniki in September 2025- by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and ministers of the Hellenic Republic, alongside Anthony S. Papadimitriou, President of the Onassis Foundation, Chris Lehane, Chief Global Affairs Officer at OpenAI and Kevin Mills, Head of Education and Government GTM at OpenAI.

AI for Education

Greece will be among the first countries to pioneer the use of ChatGPT Edu, a version of ChatGPT for academic institutions. Built for large-scale use in education, ChatGPT Edu offers access to OpenAI’s latest models and supports GDPR compliance with enterprise-grade security and controls.

Greece will launch a pilot this academic year, starting with teachers from upper-secondary schools selected to reflect regional and socio-economic diversity. The first phase focuses on building AI literacy, helping teachers boost productivity and integrate AI responsibly into their work.

The Onassis Foundation will lead implementation along with local partners—including The Tipping Point—coordinating teacher onboarding, and managing day-to-day delivery in collaboration with OpenAI and the Greek government. OpenAI will co-design teacher training, provide technical support, and share best practices for safe, effective classroom use.

A joint task force, including representatives from the Prime Minister’s Office, the Ministry of Education, and the Onassis Foundation, will oversee the pilot. Following successful outcomes, the program is expected to expand across Greece’s education system.

This deployment comes as OpenAI works to improve how ChatGPT supports learning, with features like study mode, in light of both the opportunities and the challenges of integrating AI into education. Students worldwide are already embracing the technology, and ChatGPT Edu is seeing early adoption at leading institutions, including Harvard University and Oxford University.

AI for Innovation

The other branch of this two-fold approach is the Greek AI Startup Accelerator, a three-month program led by Endeavor Greece and developed in collaboration with OpenAI and the Greek Government, to support early-stage founders developing AI-native solutions with the ambition and potential to scale globally.

Its aim is to support AI-first founders who are building innovative, impactful products and want to pilot their ideas locally while scaling globally, providing a unique opportunity for ambitious Greek teams to gain access to the tools, mentorship, and network needed to compete at a global level. Greece has one of the highest percentages of STEM graduates in Europe, providing a strong educational foundation for AI skills and careers, and the program aims to create more opportunities right here in Greece and combat brain-drain.

Selected startups will benefit from a powerful combination of technology access, mentorship, and international visibility:

• Access to OpenAI Technology (including in OpenAI API credits, personalized technical mentorship, and exclusive group sessions with OpenAI engineers)
• AI Safety & Compliance Support (workshops on the EU AI Act, GDPR alignment, and safety-by-design practices)
• Global Exposure & Investor Access (connections to leading investors, partners, and fellow innovators, and the opportunity to participate in major global events)
• Endeavor Network & Mentorship (direct access to the Endeavor Network - connecting them with successful entrepreneurs, investors, and global mentors)

Together, these resources are designed to accelerate both technical progress and business growth, setting a strong foundation for the next generation of world-class Greek companies. The accelerator will prioritize start-ups developing AI solutions in sectors aligned with Greece’s national priorities—including education, public services, healthcare, and climate.

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One of the most advanced imaging technologies for studying biological molecules—cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM), often described as a "revolution" in structural biology—is about to have its first specialized laboratory in Southeastern Europe. This groundbreaking facility will be located at the National Hellenic Research Foundation (NHRF) in Athens, Greece.

At the helm of this ambitious initiative is Professor Panagiotis Kastritis, a distinguished Greek researcher with an international career, currently serving in the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology at Halle-Wittenberg University in Germany.

Cryo-electron microscopy—whose developers, Jacques Dubochet, Joachim Frank and Richard Henderson were jointly awarded the 2017 Nobel Prize in Chemistry—is revolutionizing how scientists observe biological molecules. Previously, viewing proteins and their complex mechanisms at the atomic level posed significant challenges. Cryo-EM allows researchers to flash-freeze biological samples in liquid nitrogen, preserving them for high-resolution imaging using electromagnetic lenses. Advanced software then processes these images into detailed 3D molecular structures, enabling an unprecedented understanding of how cells function.

The new lab will be equipped with four state-of-the-art Cryo-EM microscopes: the Krios G4, Aquilos 2, Talos L120C (S)TEM, and Spectra 200 (S)TEM. Procurement contracts for these instruments have already been signed, and renovation of the facility space is underway. This Cryo-EM laboratory will become an integral part of the new Theranostics Center of Excellence, a research and innovation hub at the NHRF focused on cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, funded by the European Recovery and Resilience Facility.

Professor Kastritis: From Greece to Germany and back again

Professor Kastritis, recipient of EU ERA Chair funding, is leading the lab's development at the NHRF. He has already assembled a multidisciplinary team that is being trained in Cryo-EM methodologies at his lab in Germany. This team is preparing to manage the entire spectrum of sample preparation, imaging, and analysis. Beyond technical training, Kastritis is also transferring operational expertise to Greece with the goal of establishing international collaborations. “Extroversion is absolutely critical for such an expensive and valuable technology coming to Greece,” he emphasizes.

Professor Kastritis began his journey into the microscopic world of cells with a biology degree from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. It was during a Molecular Biophysics course taught by Professor Stavros Hamodrakas—a pioneer in computational biology—that he first became captivated by structural biology, a field striving to understand cellular functions through analytical methods. Ηe recalls: “It’s astonishing that we’re made up of billions of cells that communicate with each other. Biophysics helped me see how physical laws explain how cells work. This mathematical modeling of biology fascinated me.”

Until Cryo-EM's rise, the primary tools for structural biology, which looks at proteins and nucleic acids at a molecular level, were X-ray crystallography and NMR spectroscopy. However, Cryo-EM allows scientists to observe complex biomolecules in unprecedented detail—particularly those resistant to analysis by older methods. This has opened new pathways toward understanding cellular processes at their most fundamental level.

Although known since the 1960s, Cryo-EM only recently surged in relevance. “In recent years, everything changed,” says Kastritis. “Microscopes became more stable, cameras more advanced, graphics cards and data analysis software improved drastically. Sample preparation became semi-automated. That's why the Nobel Prize was awarded in 2017 to the scientists who made this method what it is today.”

In 2018, Kastritis established the Cryo-EM lab at Halle-Wittenberg University, where he has managed multimillion-euro research funding and published studies in top-tier scientific journals. Since 2023, he has also served as a visiting researcher at the NHRF, and received a €2.5 million ERA Chair grant to bring Cryo-EM expertise to Greece. Through this project, he also hopes to strengthen the exchange between the NHRF and research groups in Halle-Wittenberg University.

Reflecting on this scientific journey, he says: “When you're a student, the cell’s complexity feels incomprehensible. Even now, I don’t fully understand its entirety. While equations and experiments help us analyze some aspects, the cell remains a profound mystery. But now we can systematically approach this complexity more than ever before. Cryo-EM has truly transformed our understanding of biological macromolecules and their behavior.”

So what is the ultimate purpose of this expanding understanding? “Cryo-EM is a completely new way of trying to understand how cells work. Through my research, I break open cells to examine their contents—to see their structures and understand what’s inside. Each image we obtain reveals new knowledge about cellular metabolism. I want to understand the architecture of life itself. And through collaboration with medical and biotech experts, we aim to answer critical questions surrounding cancer, Alzheimer’s, and other diseases,” he concludes.

Edited and translated to English from the original APE-MPA article by Maria Kouzinopoulou.

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Greece is set to join in the elite club of 15 European countries that host their own high-performance computers. By the end of 2025, a cutting-edge supercomputer named Daedalus, is set to be operational and installed at the Lavrio Technological Cultural Park. With this development, Greece will not only significantly boost its technological infrastructure and research capacities, but it will also be positioned as a significant player in Europe’s digital landscape.

Daedalus will be the most powerful supercomputer in Greece and one of the top 30 globally, with its potential entry into the prestigious TOP500 and GREEN500 lists. The project is spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Governance as part of its Digital Transformation Plan 2020-2025, and is managed by the National Technology and Research Infrastructure Network (EDYTE S.A. – GRNET). GRNET, an arm of the Ministry of Digital Governance, has a proven track record with ARIS, Greece's current supercomputer, which has significantly supported national research efforts.

The new system’s performance will exceed 60 Petaflops, enabling it to conduct over sixty million billion floating-point operations per second. This computational prowess marks a quantum leap from ARIS, making Daedalus approximately 120 times more powerful. The implication of such power is profound, equating to the computational might of more than a million computers working simultaneously.

The total investment for Daedalus, including the infrastructural modifications of its host building, is valued at approximately €50 million. The funding comprises resources from Greece’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan “Greece 2.0,” supported by the European Union’s NextGenerationEU initiative, alongside contributions from the European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU).

This initiative underlines the government's strategy to enhance Greece’s public digital infrastructure, which forms part of its broader Digital Transformation Plan for 2020-2025. The project’s completion is expected to strengthen Greece’s technological ecosystem, positioning the country as a significant player in Europe’s digital landscape.

One of Daedalus’s core objectives is to support an array of complex research activities. The supercomputer’s hybrid architecture, combining high-density CPUs and accelerator units, is optimized for diverse applications spanning artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and big data analytics. Its capabilities will facilitate advancements in natural language requests, personalized medicine, spatial planning, fire protection and disaster response as well as smart mobility and autonomous vehicle technology.

For scientists in computational fields such as chemistry, physics, and biology, the supercomputer offers unprecedented resources to expedite research cycles, simulate complex phenomena, and conduct large-scale experiments previously constrained by limited computational power.

Research and Development Opportunities

The implications of Daedalus extend beyond national borders. With a system of such magnitude, Greece is set to become a hub for international research.  Deadalus’s power of 60 Petaflots, means that it will be able to perform infinite (60 million billion) calculations per second, while a human can perform one to two operations (per second). President of GRNET, Nektarios Kozyris, noted that without such powerful supercomputers, many scientific computations would take millennia or be impossible due to resource limitations. With Daedalus, simulations that used to take weeks or months can be completed in days, dramatically accelerating research timelines and enhancing the reliability of findings.

At present, supercomputers exist in 15 countries in Europe, with the Greek supercomputer, which is expected to be operational by the end of 2025, estimated to be among the 500 most powerful corresponding infrastructures in the world. Research centers, universities and companies inside and outside Greece will be able to “run” their experiments on the Greek supercomputer.

That is, researchers and scientists in fields such as computational chemistry, physics, biology, biomedicine, meteorology and seismology will have the opportunity to carry out their tests on the "Daedalus", which will allow Greece to strengthen its position on the global map of scientific research.

The installation of Daedalus marks a significant step forward for Greece’s digital strategy. By hosting one of Europe’s most powerful supercomputers, the nation is poised to enhance its competitive edge in scientific research and technological development. This strategic initiative sets the stage for Greece to emerge as a leader in high-performance computing, securing its place in the rapidly evolving landscape of global technology.

Environmentally Conscious Design

Sustainability is a cornerstone of the Daedalus project. The Lavrio Technological Cultural Park, with its rich industrial heritage, has been chosen as the installation site to foster an environmentally responsible approach. The supercomputer facilities will use renewable energy systems and modern cooling technologies that leverage the local climate’s ambient temperatures and humidity, significantly reducing operational energy consumption by up to 50%.

This "green" approach aligns with broader European goals of reducing carbon footprints and promoting energy-efficient infrastructure. The innovative cooling solutions integrated into the design are expected to set a benchmark for future HPC (high-performance computing) facilities worldwide.

A new technological hub in the area of Lavrio

The installation of Daedalus at the Lavrio Technological Cultural Park is to contribute to the creation of a new technological hub in the area of Lavrio, with additional benefits. Specifically, it is estimated that it will be able to become a pole of attraction for important scientific conferences and other events, tourist inflows of researchers and technology enthusiasts. Also, according to the Ministry of Digital Governance Dimitris Papastergiou, the greatest economic benefit may be the one that will arise in the form of investments, with the valuable resources of Daedalus being exploited for research and development, optimization of production processes, analysis and processing of big data, and other features that provide the "technological solution" for a huge number of businesses, from startups to multinational giants.

Minister Dimitris Papastergiou has often emphasized the strategic importance of this investment, framing it as pivotal for Greece’s digital modernization. He has highlighted that significant investments in computing power and data center are essential to harness the full potential modern AI offers in innovation, entrepreneurship and development of reliable citizen services. According to mr. Papastergiou, Daedalus is a strategically important investment for the digital transition of our county, and a future where Greece will be among the pioneers of technological development.  

I.L. with information from Lavrio Technological Cultural Park, Ministry of Digital Governance, EDYTE-GRNET, CNN.gr and APE-MPA

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