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.

New Year in Style in Unique European Destinations

2023-12-09 by Kostas Raptis

Provocateur Hotel’s Glittery Disco Extravaganza Embrace the glamour and excitement of Berlin’s iconic nightlife by stepping into the glittery disco ‘STUDIO 54’ themed event at Provocateur, the city’s most exclusive and glamorous hotel. Indulge in a decadent five-course meal curated by Chef The Duc Ngo at the Golden Phoenix, featuring otherworldly French-Chinese culinary creations, and […]

Crete Like a Local

2023-12-08 by Kostas Raptis

Crete enamoured the author with its stunning landscapes, warm sandy beaches, and remarkable architecture.

At Argophilia, we believe in using every tool at our disposal to bring you the stories that matter. You may notice a certain precision in our data analysis, a specific flair in our visuals, or a rapid turnaround on complex topics. That is no accident—it is the result of our rampant use of artificial intelligence.

We use Gemini to help synthesize data, structure our reporting, and ensure our news remains as sharp as the reality we cover. When it comes to our imagery, we rely on the creative power of Midjourney and NightCafe, unless otherwise noted in our editorial credits.

We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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