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Japan announces emergency cybersecurity package following a wave of attacks
Compiled Nov 6
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What happened
Japan announced an emergency cybersecurity package on Friday.
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The detail
The package includes the use of artificial intelligence and cyber rescue teams.
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The detail
The package follows a wave of massive data breaches affecting major companies and government agencies.
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The detail
The package is worth 10 billion yen ($63 million).
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How it unfolded
October: 'Active cyber defense' measure was legalized. · Friday: Prime Minister Takaichi announced the emergency cybersecurity package at a ministerial meeting. · by end of November: METI is set to establish the 'top gun' cybersecurity expert team.
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By the numbers
10 billion yen ($63 million) package cost · end of November deadline