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CYBERSECURITY

Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 13, 2019
Hackers attempt to take down U.K. Labour Party's web services ahead of election
Hackers attacked Britain's opposition Labour Party, bombarding its web services with malicious traffic in an attempt to force them offline just weeks ahead of a national election, party and security officials said on Tuesday,
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Nov 6, 2019
From cat videos to credit cards, Amazon says customers have to secure own data
Amazon's cloud computing customers have to decide themselves how best to protect sensitive information online, a senior executive said Tuesday, following accusations by U.S. lawmakers that the web giant has not done enough to secure data on its servers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 3, 2019
Japan's National Security Council launches economic team focusing on China and North Korea
Japan's National Security Council has launched a team in charge of economic affairs in response to alleged intellectual property violations and technology theft by China, as well as cyberattacks by North Korea.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 1, 2019
WhatsApp hacked to spy on top government officials of U.S. allies, sources say
Senior government officials in multiple U.S.-allied countries were targeted earlier this year with hacking software that used Facebook Inc.'s WhatsApp to take over users' phones, according to people familiar with the messaging company's investigation.
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Oct 23, 2019
Russia-linked group likely used Iranian hacking tools, NSA says
A Russia-linked group is believed to have utilized Iranian tools to conduct cyberattacks against dozens of countries, in an apparent effort to mask their identities, according to joint advisories by the U.S. and the U.K.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 27, 2019
Why Japan can't fail womenomics in cybersecurity
Cybersecurity's talent gap is exacerbated by low numbers of women in the field.
JAPAN
Aug 14, 2019
Tokyo Games' corporate sponsors begin drills to counter potential cyberattacks
In the run-up to the Tokyo Olympics next year, the sponsors are speeding up preparations to counter cyberattacks.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Aug 2, 2019
Accused Seattle hacker of Capital One tied to threat to shoot up California social media firm
The Seattle woman accused of a massive hack of personal and financial data from Capital One Financial Corp. threatened to shoot up an unnamed California social media company, according to court records.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jul 31, 2019
'Five Eyes' security alliance calls for access to tech firms' encrypted material
The U.S.-led "Five Eyes" intelligence alliance said on Tuesday that tech firms must allow law enforcement agencies access to encrypted material, warning that failing to do so put people at risk.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2019
Cyberthreats bound to expand ahead of 2020 Games, experts warn
As Japan gears up for the 2020 Olympics in just over a year, it needs to brace for sophisticated cyberattacks, experts say.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jun 25, 2019
Huawei's U.S. research arm builds separate identity as it seeks university research deals
The U.S.-based research arm of China's Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. — Futurewei Technologies Inc. — has moved to separate its operations from its corporate parent since the U.S. government in May put Huawei on a trade blacklist, according to two people familiar with the matter.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 24, 2019
FedEx again botches delivery of Huawei package to U.S.; China paper says retaliation threatened
FedEx Corp. said on Sunday an operational error prevented a Huawei Technologies package from being delivered to the United States, just weeks after the U.S. delivery company said an error led to the Chinese firm's packages being misdirected.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 3, 2019
Huawei to sell off undersea cable business to Chinese firm after U.S. reportedly cited security risk
In its first major asset sale since the United States ratcheted up accusations of the Chinese firm being a vehicle for espionage, a Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. buyer's filing showed Monday it plans to sell its undersea telecom cable business.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 28, 2019
Canada says Microsoft and Facebook will do more to help ensure security of election
Microsoft Corp. and Facebook Inc. have agreed to help boost the security of Canada's October election by removing fake accounts and cracking down on bots, a top government official said on Monday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 24, 2019
Amazon Japan halts direct sales of Huawei products after Trump's blacklisting of Chinese firm
Amazon Japan has suspended direct online sales of Huawei Technologies Co. products after Washington last week blacklisted the Chinese communications giant, sources close to the matter said Friday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 21, 2019
Huawei mobile users ponder switching brand after Google news
Time to abandon the Huawei phone? That was what some owners asked after U.S. tech giant Google said it would suspend its business with China's top mobile maker, threatening future access to Gmail, YouTube and Chrome.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 3, 2019
Global security officials meet to hammer out united 5G security approach
Global cooperation is key to ensuring the security of 5G networks, cyber security officials said on Thursday at a meeting in Prague aimed at hammering out how to combat threats as nations begin rolling out next-generation telecoms equipment.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 30, 2019
In first, Japan to develop computer virus to defend against cyberattacks
Japan will develop its first-ever computer virus by next March as a defense measure against cyberattacks, sources have said.
JAPAN
Apr 24, 2019
Data breaches exposed nearly 2.7 million morsels of personal info in Japan in 2018
At least 2.68 million pieces of personal information held by over 100 Japanese entities were subject to unauthorized disclosures in 2018, a Kyodo News survey found Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 20, 2019
U.S. to defend Japan from cyberattack under security pact
The foreign and defense chiefs of Japan and the United States confirm for the first time that Article 5 of the two countries' security treaty could apply to cyberattacks against Japan.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
Amid same-sex marriage ban, LGBTQ couples opt for 'photo weddings'
A lesbian couple, consisting of a 35-year-old woman (left) and 40-year-old woman, cover their faces with bouquets as they pose for wedding photos in Yokohama on Nov. 1.
China and Russia conduct joint Pacific military patrol
The Russian corvette Gromkiy enters the Chinese port of Zhanjiang as part of a joint China-Russia naval exercise on Saturday.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.
How to tweak your diet when temperatures spike
Most people think of hydration as a strictly liquid-based concept, but eating foods with high water content is an essential part of making it through a Japanese summer unscathed.

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