Athens Deploys AI and Drone Network to Combat Urban Traffic Congestion
Greek authorities have activated an advanced traffic management system in Athens that integrates artificial intelligence, drones, and hundreds of surveillance cameras. The initiative aims to optimize road flow, reduce congestion, and improve emergency response times across the metropolitan area.
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Athens Launches AI-Powered Traffic Command System With Drones, 235 Cameras
Greek police have launched a new AI-driven traffic management system aimed at cutting congestion across greater Athens by up to 25%, deploying 235 cameras, 10 drones and a rapid-response motorcycle unit to tackle bottlenecks in real time. The system, called "Traffic Commander," is run from a modernized operations center at Greek Police Headquarters (GADA), pulling data from 24 sources — including traffic cameras, accident reports, roadworks, weather conditions and public transit — to build...
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According to Citizen Protection Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis, once the system is fully deployed, traffic could gradually improve by as much as 25 per cent over time. The real test for the new mechanism, though, is expected once Attica returns to full swing, particularly after schools reopen, when traffic pressure rises significantly The post Greek Police launch major drone, AI and camera system to tackle Attica traffic appeared first on ProtoThema English.
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