Japan announces emergency cybersecurity package following a wave of attacks

Japan announced an emergency cybersecurity package on Friday in response to numerous massive data breaches affecting major companies and government agencies. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stressed the importance of a swift response to potential attacks in the age of AI-generated threats. The 10 billion yen ($63 million) package aims to create a resilient society where both government and private sectors share information, provide aid to those affected, and recover from damage.

Measures include using AI for countering hackers, establishing a "top gun" team of cybersecurity experts, and setting up a "cyber rescue team" to assist companies hit by cyberattacks.