Heraklion Chamber and FORTH Launch Cybersecurity Initiative for Businesses

Wednesday, 10 June 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

The Heraklion Chamber of Commerce and the Institute of Computer Science at FORTH (Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation focused on cybersecurity and digital resilience for local businesses. The agreement prioritizes protecting Cretan enterprises from cyber threats and strengthening their ability to operate securely in an increasingly digital environment. For visitors, this signals a broader commitment by Heraklion's business community to modernize operations and safeguard digital transactions, including online bookings, payments, and customer data handled by hotels, restaurants, and tour operators across the region. FORTH, based in Heraklion, is one of Greece's leading research institutions and brings significant technical expertise to the partnership.