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Greece Information Technology National AI Strategy

Greece is making significant strides in artificial intelligence (AI) through strategic initiatives designed to drive innovation, accelerate digital transformation, and elevate its global AI presence. Recognizing AI’s transformative potential, the Greek government has finalized its national AI strategy. This comprehensive roadmap outlines a structured approach to leveraging AI for economic growth, improved public services, and ethical, responsible development. By integrating AI across key sectors—such as healthcare, education, public administration, and industry, the strategy aims to enhance productivity, attract investment, and generate high-value jobs.

Current Situation
Greece is strategically advancing its position as a prominent European hub for artificial intelligence innovation. A comprehensive national strategy, coupled with targeted infrastructure investments and focused initiatives across public and private sectors, underscores this ambition. The “Blueprint for Greece’s AI Transformation,” released in November 2024, articulates a clear vision for AI-driven economic and public advancement. Developed by the AI Advisory Committee and the Special Secretariat of Foresight, this document prioritizes ethical considerations, transparency, and multilateral collaboration. Key initiatives include the establishment of a national AI center of excellence, the development of robust data governance frameworks, and the promotion of AI literacy through educational platforms.

Central to Greece’s technological infrastructure is the “Pharos” project, a European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) AI Factory. Leveraging the computational capabilities of the “DAEDALUS” supercomputer, Pharos aims to foster innovation in critical sectors such as healthcare, culture, and sustainability. This initiative provides advanced computational resources to academia, research institutions, and the private sector, facilitating the development of EU-compliant AI products. 

Significant investments in digital infrastructure exemplified by big investments in data centers by U.S. and European companies are bolstering Greece’s capacity to support data-intensive AI applications. These investments are critical for establishing a robust foundation for AI development and deployment.

The integration of AI into public services is a key priority, with pilot projects already demonstrating significant efficiency gains, particularly in areas such as legal contract review. These initiatives highlight AI’s potential to enhance public administration by improving accuracy and reducing processing times. Moreover, the government is actively exploring AI-driven solutions to enhance citizen engagement and streamline administrative processes, ensuring more responsive and efficient public services.

Educational and research initiatives are focused on developing AI literacy and fostering innovation. The “Digital Transformation in Greece 2024-2025” report emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into educational curricula. Research initiatives, such as the development of the Greek Language Multimodal Lip-Reading dataset, reflect a commitment to inclusive AI development and the preservation of linguistic and cultural heritage.

Through these strategic efforts, Greece is establishing itself as a significant contributor to the European AI ecosystem, driving innovation, enhancing public services, and fostering a responsible and ethical approach to AI development.

Opportunities for U.S. Firms
Greece’s growing AI sector offers a compelling landscape for U.S. firms, driven by strategic investments and a commitment to innovation. Opportunities span infrastructure development, public sector AI solutions, research collaboration, and regulatory consulting.

Infrastructure & AI Development: 
1. Supercomputing & AI Factories: Greece’s ambitious “Pharos: The Greek AI Factory,” powered by the DAEDALUS supercomputer, creates a significant market for U.S. expertise in advanced computing. This includes: 

  •  AI hardware and optimization tools.
  • High-performance computing (HPC) solutions.
  • Scalable cloud services.

2. Data Center Expansion: The demand for robust, secure, and energy-efficient data centers is surging. U.S. firms specializing in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data storage can capitalize on this growth.
 

AI Solutions for Public Sector & Enterprise:
1. Government Modernization: Greece’s focus on AI-driven legal reviews, automation, and citizen engagement opens doors for U.S. companies offering: 

  • AI-powered workflow automation.
  • Natural language processing (NLP) applications
  • Smart governance tools.

2. Greek Language & Accessibility: Initiatives promoting Greek language processing and multimodal accessibility present opportunities for U.S. firms with expertise in: 

  • AI-driven translation and voice recognition. smart governance tools.
  • Digital accessibility solutions.
  • Localized AI model development.

Research & Education Collaboration:
AI Education & Workforce Training: Greece’s emphasis on AI literacy and skill development creates avenues for U.S. education tech companies, AI curriculum providers, and workforce training firms to partner with Greek institutions.

Regulatory & Compliance Advisory: Navigating the Landscape
EU AI Act Alignment: Greece’s commitment to aligning with EU AI regulations creates a demand for U.S. expertise in the following: 

  • Regulatory compliance consulting.
  • AI governance strategies.
  • Ethical AI auditing.
     

Greek and EU Authorities 

  • Ministry of Digital Governance: Responsible for Greece’s digital transformation initiatives, including AI strategies.: https://mindigital.gr/
  • The Special Secretariat of Foresight: The Special Secretariat of Foresight focuses on long-term strategic planning.: https://foresight.gov.gr/en/
  • Hellenic Data Protection Authority (DPA): Supervises personal data protection and ensures compliance with GDPR in AI applications.: https://www.dpa.gr/en
     

European Commission – Artificial Intelligence Act: Provides information on the EU’s AI Act, aiming to regulate AI applications across member states.

To learn more about AI opportunities, please contact ICT Specialist Nikos Papachryssanthopoulos at Nikos.Papachrys@trade.gov.