Quake Rattles Attica, AI Scams Exposed, Mykonos Probe Widens
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A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Evia today, with tremors felt across the Attica region, including Athens, marking a significant seismic event for the day. This comes as authorities are also grappling with a sophisticated artificial intelligence voice cloning scam that has defrauded victims of up to 1 million euros, highlighting a new wave of cybercrime.
In other key domestic news, a police operation has commenced at the Mykonos urban planning office, with an investigation underway into potential cover-ups of illegal constructions. Meanwhile, the country observes the 13th anniversary of the murder of anti-fascist rapper Pavlos Fyssas, with commemorative gatherings taking place nationwide, prompting reflections on the crimes of Golden Dawn.
The political landscape saw Alexandros Avlonitis join the PASOK parliamentary group, while the government introduced a package of measures to address high fuel prices. On a positive economic note, the Athens Stock Exchange is anticipating an upgrade after 13 years, with predictions of record turnover and significant capital inflows.