Kostas Raptis, Author at Argophilia

Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

Destino Five Ibiza Hotel Reaches Five-Star Status After an Extensive Transformation

2025-05-31 by Kostas Raptis

Destino Five Ibiza Hotel, part of The Pacha Group, reopens on June 1 2025, after a dramatic renovation.

PKP Intercity Launches Direct Train from Poland to Croatia

2025-05-30 by Kostas Raptis

PKP Intercity is launching a direct train connection from Warsaw to Croatia’s Rijeka starting June 27, 2025.

Cretan Comic Con 2025: Comics, Animation, Gaming and A-list Guests in Heraklion

2025-05-29 by Kostas Raptis

Cretan Comic Con 2025 in Heraklion on June 7-8 at the Cultural Conference Center welcomes fans of comics, animation, and gaming.

Air Conditioning’s Hidden Cost: How AI-Based HVAC is Slashing Bills and Emissions

2025-05-29 by Kostas Raptis

Air conditioning is driving up global energy use and emissions as summers get hotter. Exergio’s CEO, Donatas Karčiauskas, outlines how AI-based HVAC optimisation can reduce power waste.

Road Safety Event in Crete: Local Leaders and Residents Rally for Safer Streets

2025-05-28 by Kostas Raptis

Friday, May 30, 2025, promises to be a red-letter day for the drivers (and survivors) of Heraklion’s traffic circus. At precisely 19:00, the Network of Partner Agencies in Fortezza will roll out its “I Love Life, I Travel Safely” Road Safety Event at the Fortezza Athletic Center—a title that suggests optimism, or at least a […]