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Policy·1d ago·all news from October 28, 2026

Japan’s Cyberattack Surge Tests Its Push to Strengthen Defenses

Financial institutions and major industries in Japan and South Korea are facing a significant increase in cyberattacks utilizing artificial intelligence. These incidents expose critical vulnerabilities in regional infrastructure, signaling a shift toward more sophisticated, automated threats. As these nations modernize their defense strategies, the surge highlights an escalating security challenge for the global economy.

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