Japan mulls over utilizing cutting-edge AI systems to counter cyberattacks by advanced models
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- South China Morning Postseen 8 Oct, 10:39headline rewritten
Japan explores ‘ownership’ of nuclear submarines as regional rivalries worsenJapan ‘considering ownership’ of nuclear submarines as regional rivalries worsen
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Mon, 10 August 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)15:53first to report
It's 'inevitable' Japan will use sophisticated AI technology amid growing concerns over cyberattacks, national cyber director says
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times03:37
The considerations come as difficulties rise in securing sufficient personnel and budgets for cybersecurity measures.
Fri, 21 August 2026
1 report- El Pais English18:04
Tokyo is expanding its defense strategy against cyber threats from China, Russia and North Korea
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times08:13
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
Mon, 24 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:05
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
Tue, 25 August 2026
1 report- Japan Times07:22
The white paper on police listed the development of a recovery tool for ransomware attacks and Japanese contributions to international joint investigations as accomplishments.
Mon, 31 August 2026
2 reports- Index.hr (Croatia)09:47
JAPAN planira uvesti dronove, AI i projektile dugog dometa kako bi ojačao obranu.
- theepochtimes.com17:13
The Japanese Defense Ministry has unveiled plans to introduce a ’sovereign cloud' to store highly sensitive data transmission.
Wed, 2 September 2026
2 reports- Channel News Asia07:53
Tokyo is stepping up efforts to harness dual-use technologies – innovations developed for civilian purposes that can also have military applications – as it seeks to bolster national security while opening new markets for Japanese firms at home and abroad.
- nikkei.com15:03
Partners also to collaborate on AI command and control systems
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- Japan Times06:55
What Japan now needs is an end-to-end implementation process that can transform dual-use technologies into operational capabilities at meaningful scale and speed.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post08:59
Thu, 10 September 2026
2 reports- Japan Times04:42
An expert panel will discuss how many foreign workers the security sector will be allowed to accept and which security tasks can be assigned to them.
- South China Morning Post11:00
Japan’s plan to develop tactical satellites equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) would boost its long-range offensive strike capabilities and pose a serious threat, Chinese state media has warned. The Japanese Nikkei newspaper reported last week that the planned AI-equipped satellites would be capable of analysing surveillance intelligence in space. The aim is to speed up targeting decisions and strengthen the country’s “counterstrike capability”, such as missile guidance. According to...
Fri, 11 September 2026
1 report- Japan Times06:01
The connection between science and technology policy and security, however, is not new.
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- Japan Times02:59
The drill was held at a government facility in Tokyo to prepare for potential terror attacks and the abduction of Japanese nationals abroad.
Wed, 23 September 2026
1 report- ANSA (Italy)02:52
Tokyo valuta impieghi per pattugliamenti e logistica ma frena sull'uso in battaglia
Sun, 27 September 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:20
The three main research targets will be incorporating domestic components, increasing efficiency in supply warehouses and reducing aircraft noise.
Sun, 4 October 2026
2 reports- Japan Times06:51
Japan's security rests not only on the ships and aircraft patrolling its waters and skies, but also the invisible network resting on the ocean floor.
- ABC News (Australia)23:18
Japan may soon have its own "CIA", as it works with "the utmost urgency" to establish its first centralised network of intelligence operations since World War II amid threats of foreign interference.
Mon, 5 October 2026
1 report- Japan Times01:54
The government will develop methods to detect cyberattack threats and share them with utilities and telecommunications companies.
Tue, 6 October 2026
3 reports- Japan Times05:08
Japan needs to build a defense-startup ecosystem that connects government demand, procurement, private capital and civilian dual-use technology.
- Japan Times05:48
The move is expected to support operation of ships by limited numbers of crew, amid a labor shortage reflecting Japan's graying population.
- Japan Times06:56
In light of the influx of recent cyberattacks across Japan, here's what users can do to limit their own vulnerabilities.
Thu, 8 October 2026
3 reports- South China Morning Post00:00edited after publishing
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Japan explores ‘ownership’ of nuclear submarines as regional rivalries worsenJapan is expected to float the idea of acquiring a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines in revised security documents to be released later this year, with analysts suggesting that Tokyo’s initial aim is to promote discussion of the issue and overcome the public’s concerns. Analysts acknowledge there will inevitably be pushback from some sectors of society in the only nation to have suffered a nuclear attack, but say there is a growing recognition that regional rivalries are worsening and Japan...
- Japan Times01:40
Supporters of the move argue that the vessels are essential for maintaining Japan's deterrence and response capabilities.
- Japan Times09:03
With artificial intelligence removing hurdles for would-be hackers, experts warn cybersecurity threats are becoming more sophisticated and widespread.
Mon, 12 October 2026
1 report- newsonjapan.com22:30
Japan is facing a growing wave of cyberattacks as advances in artificial intelligence remove the language barrier that once made Japanese companies difficult targets for overseas hackers, with more than 68 million personal records potentially exposed in a series of security incidents over the past two weeks.
Tue, 13 October 2026
1 report- NYT World21:00
Critical infrastructure has been targeted in a wave of cyberattacks, which experts say are rising because of artificial intelligence.
Fri, 16 October 2026
2 reports- Japan Times02:52
All eyes are on how Tokyo will upgrade its three key security documents by the end of the year.
- theverge.com08:37
The drills were confirmed by Japan’s finance minister on Thursday. States and organizations have grown increasingly worried about AI’s ability to supercharge hacking, particularly after months of impressive releases and rogue agent attacks. Experts, including the heads of the Bank of England and International Monetary Fund, have stressed the need to guard financial institutions. [Link: G7 to launch exercises to guard against AI cyber attacks |...
Mon, 19 October 2026
2 reports- Japan Times01:28
Government and LDP officials are concerned that a shortage of staff could make it harder for Japan to strengthen its defense capabilities.
- Japan Times01:57
"We can't keep up with attacks using the latest AI if police equipment lags behind," said the National Public Safety Commission chairperson.
Tue, 20 October 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia05:28
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- manilatimes.net20 Oct, 08:27their copy
Wed, 21 October 2026
3 reports- Japan Times02:05
The export gain highlighted ongoing demand related to artificial intelligence, with shipments of semiconductors and chip-making equipment surging.
- Japan Times05:24
The government will spend ¥1.65 billion on the system, marking its third provision of official security assistance to Malaysia.
- Japan Times05:48
The Financial Services Agency has urged financial institutions to review their cybersecurity measures amid repeated unauthorized access incidents.
Fri, 23 October 2026
2 reports- Channel News Asia05:16
- Japan Times11:30
The fiscal 2025 white paper on energy highlighted the need to strengthen Japan's energy supply-and-demand structure to prepare for future emergencies.
Sun, 25 October 2026
2 reports- chinadaily.com.cn05:21
- chinadaily.com.cn05:21
Tue, 27 October 2026
3 reports- Japan Times03:30
Under the plan, people acting on behalf of foreign governments would have to register with relevant authorities to make their activities transparent.
- Japan Times08:52
Tokyo sent officials to the South Asian nation this month as it eyes the possibility of using the sites, the GSDF's top uniformed officer said.
- stripes.com20:49
A college student uses his cell phone to photograph a U.S. Army Humvee during a visit to Camp Zama, Japan, in 2010.
Wed, 28 October 2026
1 report- Japan Times02:01
The agreement comes as Japan continues to reel from almost daily revelations of serious data breaches.
Thu, 29 October 2026
2 reports- Japan Times04:50
The better path is harder but more defensible: preserve the court, reform its operation and confront the limits of international law honestly.
- Japan Times07:52
Spending weeks and months on strategy is not conducive to an active cyberdefense posture, according to former intelligence chief Michael Rogers.
Fri, 30 October 2026
2 reports- Japan Times04:13
Bringing U.S. nuclear weapons into Japan won't help make the country more secure.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)05:42
Alternate capitals to ensure continuity of national functions in case of large-scale disasters and decentralize economic activities away from Tokyo
Sat, 31 October 2026
1 report- Japan Times02:16
The move is the latest sign that some major countries are looking to bring the pariah state's military-backed government in from the cold.