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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.

Digital Nomads Called to Help Create Crete Hosting Strategies

2024-07-11 by Kostas Raptis

JoinOuT

Digital Nomads are beckoned to take a survey launched by the JoInOuT to begin formulating ways to host Digital Nomads in Crete.

Archaeological Site of Elefsina Gets Remodelled Entrance

2024-07-10 by Kostas Raptis

Photorealistic rendering of the entrance building of the archaeological site of Elefsina

The Greek Ministry of Culture has embarked on an extensive renovation of the entrance to the archaeological site of Elefsina.

Serbia Launches Construction of Key Railway Bypass Near Nis

2024-07-10 by Kostas Raptis

Beginning of the construction of the railway bypass around Nis

Serbia has initiated the construction of a 22 km railway bypass around the southern city of Nis.

Airbnb Greece: A Million Beds Rented Out, New Measures Starting September

2024-07-09 by Kostas Raptis

Airbnb Greece

Airbnb Greece: the government aims to free up homes currently listed on Airbnb and promote long-term rentals.

Renewed Fleet and Infrastructure Enhancements in Attica and Thessaloniki by 2025

2024-07-09 by Kostas Raptis

New electric buses Athens

By the end of 2025, Attica will receive 900-950 new buses, and Thessaloniki’s fleet will also undergo significant improvements, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Christos Staikouras told SKAI 100.3. Combatting Fare Evasion To tackle fare evasion, the number of auditors will increase. Staikouras emphasized that the additional revenue from these audits would be reinvested to […]

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