Christmas in Greece: Tradition, Love and Inspiring Moments!

- New Nationwide Survey by Focus Bari –

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a New Year full of health and vision!

Focus Bari, wanting to capture the attitudes and preferences of Greeks for Christmas, conducted a new nationwide Survey, according to which:

• Most Greeks decorate their Christmas tree by early December and keep their Christmas traditions to prove their worth.
• For Christmas treats, they prefer a combination of homemade and ready-made sweets, with most people actively involved in the preparation of homemade creations. The most popular choice being melomakarona!
• For Christmas gifts, the public balances between online and physical shopping, with many choosing exclusively physical stores for the atmosphere and festive experience they offer.
• Over the festive season, Greeks plan to spend an average of €97.1 on personal shopping and €116.8 on gifts for loved ones.
• As for Santa Claus, he is considered a symbol of joy and a nice story for children...

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Greeks Embrace Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities, Risks and Great Expectations!
- New Nationwide Survey by Focus Bari –

Focus Bari, systematically monitoring the relationship and views of Greeks regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI), conducted a new Nationwide Survey titled: 'Greeks and Artificial Intelligence: Attitudes & Impact,' which revealed the following findings:

• One in two Greeks uses at least one AI tool, with ChatGPT standing out as the most popular.
• AI opens new professional horizons for most Greeks, especially its users, boosting skills and opportunities.
• In the e-commerce sector, AI is expected to enhance store operations and improve the customer experience, according to Greek expectations.
• Despite the enthusiasm, the development of AI raises concerns about potential job losses and an increased threat of fraud.
• The need for strict regulations is universal, with over three in five citizens demanding measures to protect against malicious use and misinformation.

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Almost Nine out of Ten Greeks have had experience with a pet, a strong lifelong relationship!

- New Pan-Hellenic Survey by Focus Bari -

According to a new nationwide survey by Focus Bari, on the trends and perceptions of Greeks about pets, it is found that:

• More than three out of five Greeks, are pet owners at the moment with dogs and cats being the most popular.
• Greek owners show particular sensitivity, preferring half-breed dogs and tile cats, while young people 18-24 show a preference for pedigree pets.
• The vast majority of owners recognise the cost and commitment involved in caring for a pet, but this does not prevent them from getting one.
• The main reason that Greeks choose to have a pet is their positive effect on mental health/balance, but also on the development of children.
• Seven out of ten owners say that the care of their pet is a personal matter and they appear punctual in their obligations.
• Pet owners mainly consult the veterinarian and the local petshop for feeding their four-legged friends.

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Greece in the digital age mainly via mobile: Increasing use of the internet, social media and online shopping!

- The new edition of Focus on Tech Life Tips by Focus Bari -

According to the new edition of Focus on Tech Life by Focus Bari, which has been conducted nationwide continuously since 1995, it is observed:

• Almost all of Greece is online, with the Region showing impressive growth.
• Dynamic entry into the digital world for older age groups, with 45+ increasing dramatically.
• Mobile phone use for online activities is exploding across the country, with Thessaloniki standing out on social media.
• More than three out of four Greeks demand more protection from the state against electronic piracy and cybercrime.

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Uncertain and Insecure Greeks

for the operation of private universities in our country!

- New National Survey by Focus Bari on Private Universities -

According to a new Panhellenic Survey by Focus Bari, on the topic:

"Views & Challenges for Private Universities in Greece",it is found that:

• Widespread insecurity among Greeks regarding the operation of private universities in Greece, highlighting the need for information and dialogue.
• Opinions differ by generation: older people support private educational institutions, 25-34 express opposition, while younger people remain neutral, showing a wait-and-see or even confused attitude.
• The main concern of citizens about private universities is the possible exclusion of the economically weak from higher education with the gradual abolition (or downgrading) of public educational institutions.
• Η συντριπτική πλειοψηφία των Ελλήνων συνεχίζει τη μόρφωσή τους μετά το Λύκειο, ενώ η αυξανόμενη συμμετοχή γυναικών στα ανώτερα- ανώτατα επίπεδα εκπαίδευσης, υποδηλώνει σημαντικές αλλαγές στο εκπαιδευτικό τοπίο.

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Safety of minors at the forefront: Greeks Demand Responsibility, Innovation and Cooperation!

According to a new nationwide survey by Focus Bari, entitled:

"Opinions & opinions. Suggestions of Greeks on the Panic Button and the Protection of Minors",It is found that:

• The majority of Greeks express moderate support for the expansion of Panic Button, recognizing its importance in the prevention and safety of minors.
• Half of Greeks express reservations about the extension of the measure,underlining the need for proper education and information in order to ensure its responsible use.
• The effectiveness of the Panic Button depends on the immediate information & response of the Authorities and the education of children and guardians.
• Public opinion recognises the mainstays of child safety in the public spaces, the police, schools and local authorities.
• Around two out of three Greeks believe that private companies can enhance the protection of minors through sponsorship for information and prevention.

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More than one in two parents express concern about the safety of their children in the school environment!

According to a new nationwide survey by Focus Bari, entitled: "Parental concerns in Greece: From safety to school shopping" , it is found that:

• Mental balance & bullying are the main parental concerns most prominently among moms and parents of teen and pre-teen children at the start of this school year.
• For the new school year, parents choose school supplies mainly based on low prices and offers, taking into account the preferences of their children, while quality and durability seem to come in "second place" in view of the tight finances in Greek household.
• The average expenditure on school supplies is €128, with older parents spending more.
• Almost three out of four parents prefer to buy school supplies from physical stores, with just 7% opting exclusively for online shopping for these items.
• Parents sourced school equipment from both well-known chain stores and local bookshops, with some choosing supermarkets.

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According to the new edition of Focus on Tech Life by Focus Bari, which has been conducted nationwide continuously since 1995, it is observed:

• Significant increase in internet use by people aged 65-74 in Greece.
• Greeks say they spend about 1.5 hours a day on social media, which they use mainly for entertainment and information, but also to keep their relationships with friends and family alive.
• TikTok and Instagram absolutely dominate among 16-24 year olds, while Facebook remains most popular among 35+ year olds.
• 65% of Greeks say that online shopping makes their lives easier.
• Two out of three people have shopped online in the last six months, spending an average of €976.
• Men mainly choose electronics (33%) for online shopping, while women spend their money on clothes (49%).
• Debit cards and cash on delivery are the preferred payment methods for online purchases by the public.

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According to the new nationwide survey by Focus Bari, on "Feminicide in the
Greece: Truths & Understanding the Phenomenon", it is found that:

• 91% of citizens see sex offenders as the main perpetrators of femicide
  partners or spouses, with jealousy being the main motive at 84%.
• Younger generations see femicide as a complex issue that is linked
  not only to domestic violence, but also to mental illness, stereotypes against
  stereotypes against women, and social inequalities, while pointing to the weakness
  protection of vulnerable social groups.
• 82% of Greeks appear dissatisfied with the response of the
  the judicial system in dealing with femicide, while 78% are not satisfied with the reaction of the judicial system to the treatment of femicide.
  believe that there are not enough support services for victims.
• A significant majority of citizens recognise the crucial role of the media in
  in shaping public opinion on femicide, although opinions differ
  on how the issue is covered.
• There is a broad consensus among citizens on the need for prevention and
  public awareness in order to address the phenomenon of
  and to maintain social cohesion.

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New Pan-Hellenic Survey by Focus Bari

According to a new Pan-Hellenic Survey by Focus Bari, on the perceptions of
Greeks' perceptions of merchant shipping and the challenges facing the industry,
it is found that:
- A sense of seafarers' confidence is not well developed among Greek children, with two out of
The maritime skills are not well developed among Greek children, with two out of three Greeks stating that they are not cultivated at all.
- Although 45% of respondents consider Greek merchant shipping to be very much a part of the Greek economy, it is still not well developed.
developed, young people have the opposite opinion.
- 53% of Greeks would not choose or would not recommend someone of their own
to be involved in shipping
- Although 64% of citizens assess that Greek merchant shipping would not be the most attractive option for them.
develop in the future, only 26% consider it an important source of income for the national economy

- Finally, there is a clear need for action in terms of strengthening the
young people's relationship with shipping.
 See the full survey here