HellasQCI Biannual Newsletter #5 • December 2025 |
HellasQCI Biannual Newsletter #5 • December 2025 |
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This is the 5th HellasQCI Newsletter
Here you’ll find all the latest progress and updates of the project.
Browse through the newsletter to find more information and follow us
on our social media to stay updated on the latest news. |
This is the 5th HellasQCI Newsletter
Here you’ll find all the latest progress and updates of the project.
Browse through the newsletter to find more information and follow us
on our social media to stay updated on the latest news. |
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The HellasQCI Project Consortium wishes health and prosperity
to all Quantum Communication Infrastructure communities.
May the future hold the promise of a quantum-secure digital landscape. |
The HellasQCI Project Consortium wishes health and prosperity
to all Quantum Communication Infrastructure communities.
May the future hold the promise of a quantum-secure digital landscape. |
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HellasQCI Winter School (Training Workshop) November 26-28, 2025 The HellasQCI Winter School – Training Workshop took place on 26–28 November 2025 at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, bringing together students, researchers, public authorities, and industry representatives for a three-day capacity-building programme dedicated to quantum-secure communications. Organised under the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) and held under the auspices of the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence, the event forms part of Greece’s national quantum communication within the EuroQCI initiative and is co-funded by the European Union under the Digital Europe Programme. Coordinated by GRNET — with the support of the General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post — the programme combined high-level policy discussions, theoretical lectures, and hands-on laboratory sessions on Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and optical and satellite quantum communication technologies, engaging more than 250 participants and 40 expert speakers from 15 countries and contributing to Greece’s and Europe’s readiness for the next phase of EuroQCI deployments. |
HellasQCI Winter School (Training Workshop) November 26-28, 2025 The HellasQCI Winter School – Training Workshop took place on 26–28 November 2025 at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, bringing together students, researchers, public authorities, and industry representatives for a three-day capacity-building programme dedicated to quantum-secure communications. Organised under the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) and held under the auspices of the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence, the event forms part of Greece’s national quantum communication within the EuroQCI initiative and is co-funded by the European Union under the Digital Europe Programme. Coordinated by GRNET — with the support of the General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Post — the programme combined high-level policy discussions, theoretical lectures, and hands-on laboratory sessions on Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and optical and satellite quantum communication technologies, engaging more than 250 participants and 40 expert speakers from 15 countries and contributing to Greece’s and Europe’s readiness for the next phase of EuroQCI deployments. |
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Digital Economy Forum 2025: From Vision to Impact December 15, 2025 On 15 December 2025, Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET and Coordinator of the HellasQCI project, participated in Session II of the Digital Economy Forum 2025, titled “Defence, Space & Cybersecurity – New Challenges and Opportunities.” The session brought together senior representatives from government, industry, and the research community, including Konstantinos Karantzalos, Secretary General of Telecommunications and Post; Michail Bletsas, Governor of the National Cybersecurity Authority; Pantelis Tzortzakis, CEO of the Hellenic Centre for Defence Innovation; Dimitris Vasilopoulos, General Manager of the Netcompany Public Sector Unit; and Antony Mavromichalis, Akamai Business Unit Director at ATCOM, to examine the evolving landscape for Greek IT companies in defence technologies, space applications, and cybersecurity. During the discussion, Dr. Papastamatiou underlined the strategic role of quantum communications for Greece and Europe, emphasising their importance for next-generation cybersecurity, their integration within the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI), and their contribution to digital sovereignty, resilience, and the protection of critical infrastructures. |
Digital Economy Forum 2025: From Vision to Impact December 15, 2025 On 15 December 2025, Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET and Coordinator of the HellasQCI project, participated in Session II of the Digital Economy Forum 2025, titled “Defence, Space & Cybersecurity – New Challenges and Opportunities.” The session brought together senior representatives from government, industry, and the research community, including Konstantinos Karantzalos, Secretary General of Telecommunications and Post; Michail Bletsas, Governor of the National Cybersecurity Authority; Pantelis Tzortzakis, CEO of the Hellenic Centre for Defence Innovation; Dimitris Vasilopoulos, General Manager of the Netcompany Public Sector Unit; and Antony Mavromichalis, Akamai Business Unit Director at ATCOM, to examine the evolving landscape for Greek IT companies in defence technologies, space applications, and cybersecurity. During the discussion, Dr. Papastamatiou underlined the strategic role of quantum communications for Greece and Europe, emphasising their importance for next-generation cybersecurity, their integration within the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI), and their contribution to digital sovereignty, resilience, and the protection of critical infrastructures. |
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HellasQCI project coordinator, at the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, Baku November 17-28, 2025 HellasQCI participated in the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 28 November 2025, as part of the official Greek delegation supporting the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence. Within this framework, Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET and Coordinator of the National Quantum Communication Infrastructure (HellasQCI), and Ms. Sophia Papathanasopoulou, Head of the Broadband Unit of the General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Pos, represented HellasQCI project, highlighting Greece’s progress in quantum communications, alongside broader national digital transformation initiatives. These efforts underline Greece’s strategic role as a regional hub for secure, resilient, and trusted digital infrastructures, in line with European and international priorities. |
HellasQCI project coordinator, at the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, Baku November 17-28, 2025 HellasQCI participated in the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 28 November 2025, as part of the official Greek delegation supporting the Ministry of Digital Governance and Artificial Intelligence. Within this framework, Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET and Coordinator of the National Quantum Communication Infrastructure (HellasQCI), and Ms. Sophia Papathanasopoulou, Head of the Broadband Unit of the General Secretariat of Telecommunications and Pos, represented HellasQCI project, highlighting Greece’s progress in quantum communications, alongside broader national digital transformation initiatives. These efforts underline Greece’s strategic role as a regional hub for secure, resilient, and trusted digital infrastructures, in line with European and international priorities. |
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HellasQCI end-user Training Workshop by Nokia November 3-6, 2025 Between 3 and 6 November 2025, HellasQCI organised a dedicated end-user training workshop, conducted in cooperation with Nokia. The workshop brought together technical teams, operators and stakeholders aiming to build hands-on operational skills and readiness for quantum-secure communication infrastructure deployment under HellasQCI. |
HellasQCI end-user Training Workshop by Nokia November 3-6, 2025 Between 3 and 6 November 2025, HellasQCI organised a dedicated end-user training workshop, conducted in cooperation with Nokia. The workshop brought together technical teams, operators and stakeholders aiming to build hands-on operational skills and readiness for quantum-secure communication infrastructure deployment under HellasQCI. |
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HellasQCI end-user training delivered by GRNET and NKUA to the Hellenic Armed Forces at NKUA October 31, 2025 On 31 October 2025, HellasQCI successfully delivered a specialised end-user training session to members of the Hellenic Armed Forces, hosted at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). The training was organised and delivered jointly by GRNET (the HellasQCI coordinator) and NKUA, as part of the project’s commitment to building national capacity and operational readiness in quantum-secure communications. |
HellasQCI end-user training delivered by GRNET and NKUA to the Hellenic Armed Forces at NKUA October 31, 2025 On 31 October 2025, HellasQCI successfully delivered a specialised end-user training session to members of the Hellenic Armed Forces, hosted at the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). The training was organised and delivered jointly by GRNET (the HellasQCI coordinator) and NKUA, as part of the project’s commitment to building national capacity and operational readiness in quantum-secure communications. |
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HellasQCI Demonstrates Advanced QKD Capabilities at ECOC 2025 in Copenhagen September 28 - October 2, 2025 HellasQCI proudly showcased its latest technological achievements in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) at the European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) 2025, one of the world’s premier events for optical fiber communications and photonic innovations. Held in Copenhagen from 21 to 25 September 2025, ECOC brought together global leaders, researchers, telecom providers, and innovators to explore next-generation communication technologies — and HellasQCI stood among the highlights. |
HellasQCI Demonstrates Advanced QKD Capabilities at ECOC 2025 in Copenhagen September 28 - October 2, 2025 HellasQCI proudly showcased its latest technological achievements in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) at the European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) 2025, one of the world’s premier events for optical fiber communications and photonic innovations. Held in Copenhagen from 21 to 25 September 2025, ECOC brought together global leaders, researchers, telecom providers, and innovators to explore next-generation communication technologies — and HellasQCI stood among the highlights. |
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Greece hosted CEPT Conference - Showcasing the national quantum communication infrastructure HellasQCI September 29 - October 3, 2025 Greece proudly hosted the CEPT Conference in 2025, bringing together leading representatives from European administrations, regulatory authorities, telecommunications experts, and international organisations. As part of the conference’s strategic focus on secure communications and emerging technologies, Greece presented its achievements in national quantum-secure infrastructure, spotlighting the progress of HellasQCI — the country’s flagship Quantum Communication Infrastructure project. On the sidelines of the CEPT Conference, high-level officials from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), including Mr. Seizo Onoe, Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB); Ms. Cristina Bueti, ITU’s Focal Point for Smart Sustainable Cities and AI-driven Virtual Worlds; and Mr. Jaroslaw K. Ponder, Head of the ITU Office for Europe, visited the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications of NKUA and the Photonics Communications Research Laboratory of NTUA, within the framework of the HellasQCI project. |
Greece hosted CEPT Conference - Showcasing the national quantum communication infrastructure HellasQCI September 29 - October 3, 2025 Greece proudly hosted the CEPT Conference in 2025, bringing together leading representatives from European administrations, regulatory authorities, telecommunications experts, and international organisations. As part of the conference’s strategic focus on secure communications and emerging technologies, Greece presented its achievements in national quantum-secure infrastructure, spotlighting the progress of HellasQCI — the country’s flagship Quantum Communication Infrastructure project. On the sidelines of the CEPT Conference, high-level officials from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), including Mr. Seizo Onoe, Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB); Ms. Cristina Bueti, ITU’s Focal Point for Smart Sustainable Cities and AI-driven Virtual Worlds; and Mr. Jaroslaw K. Ponder, Head of the ITU Office for Europe, visited the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications of NKUA and the Photonics Communications Research Laboratory of NTUA, within the framework of the HellasQCI project. |
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HellasQCI at QCI Connect 2025, Estonia September 16 - 17, 2025 On September 16 – 17 2025, representatives of the HellasQCI project from GRNET and NKUA participated in the QCI Connect Forum held in Tallinn, Estonia. The event gathered participants from 14 National Quantum Communication Infrastructure (NatQCI) projects and experts from 17 countries, providing a platform to exchange experiences, showcase progress in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) networks, and reflect on the broader objectives of the EuroQCI initiative. HellasQCI was represented by Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou (GRNET, Senior Project Coordinator) and Prof. George Kanellos (NKUA, Technical Coordinator), contributing to discussions that highlighted collaboration, shared lessons learned, and future opportunities within the EuroQCI community. |
HellasQCI at QCI Connect 2025, Estonia September 16 - 17, 2025 On September 16 – 17 2025, representatives of the HellasQCI project from GRNET and NKUA participated in the QCI Connect Forum held in Tallinn, Estonia. The event gathered participants from 14 National Quantum Communication Infrastructure (NatQCI) projects and experts from 17 countries, providing a platform to exchange experiences, showcase progress in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) networks, and reflect on the broader objectives of the EuroQCI initiative. HellasQCI was represented by Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou (GRNET, Senior Project Coordinator) and Prof. George Kanellos (NKUA, Technical Coordinator), contributing to discussions that highlighted collaboration, shared lessons learned, and future opportunities within the EuroQCI community. |
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HellasQCI at the 89th Thessaloniki International Fair: Buliding the Future of Quantum Technologies in Greece September 10, 2025 HellasQCI proudly participated in the 89th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF 2025), one of Greece’s largest and most prestigious public exhibitions, under the banner “Building the Future of Quantum Technologies in Greece.” The event offered a unique platform to showcase the national quantum communication infrastructure, highlight technological innovation, and raise public and institutional awareness about quantum-secure communications. |
HellasQCI at the 89th Thessaloniki International Fair: Buliding the Future of Quantum Technologies in Greece September 10, 2025 HellasQCI proudly participated in the 89th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF 2025), one of Greece’s largest and most prestigious public exhibitions, under the banner “Building the Future of Quantum Technologies in Greece.” The event offered a unique platform to showcase the national quantum communication infrastructure, highlight technological innovation, and raise public and institutional awareness about quantum-secure communications. |
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HellasQCI on “Simply Digital”: Greece as a Security Hub for European Quantum Communications September 10, 2025 Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET S.A. and Coordinator of the HellasQCI project, was featured on the “Simply Digital” broadcast and podcast, hosted by Niki Papazoglou and Dimitris Mallas. The interview shed light on the technology of quantum communications and their strategic importance for Greece and the European Union. Dr. Papastamatiou explained how Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) ensures ultimate communication security and highlighted the complementary role of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). He stressed that Europe is investing heavily in the EuroQCI initiative, aiming for an operational pan-European quantum network by 2030, with Greece recognized as a “lighthouse country.” |
HellasQCI on “Simply Digital”: Greece as a Security Hub for European Quantum Communications September 10, 2025 Dr. Ilias Papastamatiou, Senior Project Manager at GRNET S.A. and Coordinator of the HellasQCI project, was featured on the “Simply Digital” broadcast and podcast, hosted by Niki Papazoglou and Dimitris Mallas. The interview shed light on the technology of quantum communications and their strategic importance for Greece and the European Union. Dr. Papastamatiou explained how Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) ensures ultimate communication security and highlighted the complementary role of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). He stressed that Europe is investing heavily in the EuroQCI initiative, aiming for an operational pan-European quantum network by 2030, with Greece recognized as a “lighthouse country.” |
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Special Report on Quantum Computing, Netweek September 2025 Insights from the Special Report on Quantum Computing, Netweek
Quantum technologies are rapidly moving from theoretical promise to real-world impact, shaping the future of secure communications, computing, sensing and critical infrastructure. According to the Special Report on Quantum Computing published by Netweek (September 2025), Europe is entering a decisive decade for quantum innovation - one in which Greece is emerging as a visible and credible contributor.
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Special Report on Quantum Computing, Netweek September 2025 Insights from the Special Report on Quantum Computing, Netweek
Quantum technologies are rapidly moving from theoretical promise to real-world impact, shaping the future of secure communications, computing, sensing and critical infrastructure. According to the Special Report on Quantum Computing published by Netweek (September 2025), Europe is entering a decisive decade for quantum innovation - one in which Greece is emerging as a visible and credible contributor.
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Key Milestone moments from 2025 |
Key Milestone moments from 2025 |
HellasQCI awarded #1 place in the Best New Idea Category in the 2024 Digital Governance Awards November 4, 2025 |
HellasQCI awarded #1 place in the Best New Idea Category in the 2024 Digital Governance Awards November 4, 2025 |
QCI Days Athens 2025 Greece at the forefront of Europe's journey toward a secure and quantum-innovative digital future April 28-30, 2025 |
QCI Days Athens 2025 Greece at the forefront of Europe's journey toward a secure and quantum-innovative digital future April 28-30, 2025 |
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Latest News from HellasQCI |
Latest News from HellasQCI |
- HellasQCI: Digital Economy Forum, by SEPE, 15 December 2025 | Athens
HellasQCI: PETRUS Workshop, 10–11 December 2025 | Brussels, Belgium HellasQCI: Winter School - Assessment Report, 26–28 November 2025 | Thessaloniki, Greece HellasQCI: World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, 17–28 November 2025 | Baku, Azerbaijan HellasQCI: Training Workshop by Nokia, 3–6 November 2025 | GRNET Athens HellasQCI: First GÉANT SIG-Quantum Meeting, 1 December 2025 | Online HellasQCI: End-user training, by GRNET & NKUA to the Hellenic Armed Forces, 31 October 2025 | NKUA, Greece HellasQCI: Demonstrates Advanced QKD Capabilities at ECOC, 28 September–2 October 2025 | Copenhagen HellasQCI: Project advances Quantum Networking Research: EPPs acquisition and training session, 22 October 2025 HellasQCI: Wins First Place at the 2024 Digital Governance Awards, 4 November 2025 HellasQCI:CEPT Conference, 29 September to 3 October 2025 | Greece HellasQCI: Netweek Special Report – “Greece at the Forefront of Europe’s Quantum Future” | September 2025 HellasQCI: QCI Connect 2025, 16-17 September 2025 | Tallinn, Estonia HellasQCI: 89th TIF 6-14 September 2025 | Thessaloniki, Greece HellasQCI: Greece as a Security Hub for European Quantum Communications - “Simply Digital” Podcast & Broadcast Feature, 5 September 2025 HellasQC: Invitation to EU Public Consultation on PQC HellasQCI: Press Release – Greece at the Forefront of Quantum Communications in Europe, 8 August 2025 | Greece HellasQCI: WSIS+20 High-Level Event, 7–11 July 2025 | Geneva, Switzerland HellasQCI: Expert Talk on Global-Range Quantum Networking, 9 July 2025 | NTUA, Greece HellasQCI: Assessment Report on TNC25 Participation | Brighton, UK HellasQCI: Chairing the Quantum Session at TNC25, 11 June 2025 | Brighton, UK HellasQCI: TV Broadcast “Quantum Communication – The New Era in Ultra-Secure Data Transmission” | Action 24, Greece HellasQCI: Key Project Achievements to Date – An Infographic Snapshot HellasQCI: QCI Days 2025 Assessment Report | Athens, Greece HellasQCI: CNN Greece Feature – “Quantum Communications Transform Cybersecurity” HellasQCI: TV Report “National Quantum Communication Infrastructure” | ERT, Greece HellasQCI:Celebrating World Quantum Day 2025 with QCI Days 2025, 14 April 2025 | Athens HellasQCI: Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNGs) HellasQCI: Quantum-Secure Cryptographic Keys HellasQCI: QCI Days 2025, 28–30 April 2025 | Athens, Greece HellasQCI: Celebrating Women in Science, 11 February 2025 HellasQCI: EuroQCI Implementation Agreement Signed – A Key Milestone for HellasQCI HellasQCI: SNSPDs Training Workshop by Single Quantum, 6 February 2025 | NKUA, Greece HellasQCI: Netweek Magazine Article – “Priority on Innovation and Security at GRNET; exploration of QKD integration”, January 2025 HellasQCI: Major Milestone – Greece Selected as an EU GOVSATCOM Hub HellasQCI: Press Coverage – The Critical Importance of QCI for Greece | 7 January 2025
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- HellasQCI: Digital Economy Forum, by SEPE, 15 December 2025 | Athens
HellasQCI: PETRUS Workshop, 10–11 December 2025 | Brussels, Belgium HellasQCI: Winter School - Assessment Report, 26–28 November 2025 | Thessaloniki, Greece HellasQCI: World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, 17–28 November 2025 | Baku, Azerbaijan HellasQCI: Training Workshop by Nokia, 3–6 November 2025 | GRNET Athens HellasQCI: First GÉANT SIG-Quantum Meeting, 1 December 2025 | Online HellasQCI: End-user training, by GRNET & NKUA to the Hellenic Armed Forces, 31 October 2025 | NKUA, Greece HellasQCI: Demonstrates Advanced QKD Capabilities at ECOC, 28 September–2 October 2025 | Copenhagen HellasQCI: Project advances Quantum Networking Research: EPPs acquisition and training session, 22 October 2025 HellasQCI: Wins First Place at the 2024 Digital Governance Awards, 4 November 2025 HellasQCI:CEPT Conference, 29 September to 3 October 2025 | Greece HellasQCI: Netweek Special Report – “Greece at the Forefront of Europe’s Quantum Future” | September 2025 HellasQCI: QCI Connect 2025, 16-17 September 2025 | Tallinn, Estonia HellasQCI: 89th TIF 6-14 September 2025 | Thessaloniki, Greece HellasQCI: Greece as a Security Hub for European Quantum Communications - “Simply Digital” Podcast & Broadcast Feature, 5 September 2025 HellasQC: Invitation to EU Public Consultation on PQC HellasQCI: Press Release – Greece at the Forefront of Quantum Communications in Europe, 8 August 2025 | Greece HellasQCI: WSIS+20 High-Level Event, 7–11 July 2025 | Geneva, Switzerland HellasQCI: Expert Talk on Global-Range Quantum Networking, 9 July 2025 | NTUA, Greece HellasQCI: Assessment Report on TNC25 Participation | Brighton, UK HellasQCI: Chairing the Quantum Session at TNC25, 11 June 2025 | Brighton, UK HellasQCI: TV Broadcast “Quantum Communication – The New Era in Ultra-Secure Data Transmission” | Action 24, Greece HellasQCI: Key Project Achievements to Date – An Infographic Snapshot HellasQCI: QCI Days 2025 Assessment Report | Athens, Greece HellasQCI: CNN Greece Feature – “Quantum Communications Transform Cybersecurity” HellasQCI: TV Report “National Quantum Communication Infrastructure” | ERT, Greece HellasQCI:Celebrating World Quantum Day 2025 with QCI Days 2025, 14 April 2025 | Athens HellasQCI: Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNGs) HellasQCI: Quantum-Secure Cryptographic Keys HellasQCI: QCI Days 2025, 28–30 April 2025 | Athens, Greece HellasQCI: Celebrating Women in Science, 11 February 2025 HellasQCI: EuroQCI Implementation Agreement Signed – A Key Milestone for HellasQCI HellasQCI: SNSPDs Training Workshop by Single Quantum, 6 February 2025 | NKUA, Greece HellasQCI: Netweek Magazine Article – “Priority on Innovation and Security at GRNET; exploration of QKD integration”, January 2025 HellasQCI: Major Milestone – Greece Selected as an EU GOVSATCOM Hub HellasQCI: Press Coverage – The Critical Importance of QCI for Greece | 7 January 2025
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