Smart Attica is a European digital innovation hub for the promotion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Greece. It aims to be established as a national reference point in the field of AI and to enhance the digital maturity of businesses and public institutions. The project started in January 2023 and is coordinated by the NCSR Demokritos. Its main fields of application are Energy and Environment, Supply Chain and Mobility, as well as Culture and Tourism. These sectors contribute significantly to the Greek GDP.
Smart Attica leverages cutting-edge technologies such as High-Performance Computing, Cyber Security, Internet of Things (IoT), 5G networks and sensors. It provides a wide range of services such as test-before-invest, digital skills training, funding support and networking opportunities. The hub mainly targets SMEs and public organizations, promoting innovation and technological empowerment.
Smart Attica’s consortium includes 17 partners from the research, academia, finance and entrepreneurship sectors, and more than 30 collaborating organizations. As a member of the European network of EDIHs, Smart Attica is part of a wider European innovation ecosystem, strengthening the connection between the Greek economy and the digital era.