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Japan’s space systems face growing cybersecurity threats
Space systems depend on data links between satellites and ground infrastructure, making them inherently tied to cybersecurity.
Source: The Japan Times
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As bears emerge from hibernation, local governments warn of attacks
Japan's municipalities are telling residents to take extra precautions this spring, such as refraining from leaving outside their homes any items that could attract bears.
Source: The Japan Times
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Iran war-driven surge in oil prices pushes Japan toward yen intervention
Trade deficit fears and low preholiday trading volume factor into decision
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Bandai cancels gacha/blind-buy system for anime cosmetics, will let fans choose what they buy
Reversal of policy for new Chara Cosme releases follows survey showing immense dislike for randomized merch purchases. Bandai is one of Japan’s biggest anime and video game publishers, which dovetails
Source: SoraNews24
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Anthropic eyes Japan expansion for Mythos AI, opposed by White House
Governments, banks outside US seek access to new model to bolster cybersecurity
Source: Nikkei Asia
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After nationwide search, police arrest suspect in Tokyo hammer attack
The suspect allegedly struck two students with a hammer in the Tokyo city of Fussa on Wednesday before spraying officers who arrived at the scene with an unknown substance.
Source: The Japan Times
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Jury of Italy's Venice Biennale resigns en masse
Following the resignations, the Biennale said it has decided that the award ceremony, previously scheduled for May 9, will take place on Nov. 22.
Source: The Japan Times
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Mitsubishi Corp. pivots back to natural gas as Iran war slows climate efforts
Japan's trading houses counter geopolitical risks with investment diversification, discipline
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan refiner Taiyo buys oil from Russia as Middle East alternative
Spot purchase of crude from Sakhalin-2 not subject to sanctions, company says
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Why Beijing can’t quit ‘open’ AI
The shift away from open source may be driven by the need for companies to make money, but it's unlikely to happen all at once.
Source: The Japan Times
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