Greece launches Daedalus, a powerful new national supercomputer

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis officially inaugurated the 'Daedalus' national supercomputer on October 19, 2026, at the Technology and Cultural Park of Lavrio. Developed by the National Infrastructures for Research and Technology (GRNET) with a budget of 58.9 million euros, the system is housed in the former Lavrio Power Station. It ranks 31st in the global TOP500 list with a performance of 85.69 petaflops and 23rd in the Green500 energy efficiency ranking.

The supercomputer serves as the computational core of the Greek Artificial Intelligence factory, 'PHAROS'. It will provide vital resources to universities, research centers, startups, and public entities, facilitating scientific simulations, large-scale data processing, and AI training. Specific applications include improving medical diagnostics and enhancing real-time forest fire prevention.

During the ceremony, Prime Minister Mitsotakis emphasized the importance of investing in future-oriented infrastructure rather than short-term expenditures. He drew parallels to the historic decision of Themistocles to invest in the Athenian fleet, framing the supercomputer as a strategic asset for national sovereignty in the digital age. The government intends for Greece to play a leading role in upcoming discussions regarding the regulation and control of artificial intelligence.