Japan to certify data centers for security

Japan plans security certifications for data centers and cloud services to reduce China-related risks.

Oct 19, 2026

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Japan to certify data centers for security

Japan plans security certifications for data centers and cloud services to reduce China-related risks.

In brief

Japan plans security certifications for data centers and cloud services to reduce China-related risks. Japan will certify data centers and cloud services to block risks from China, Russia and other countries of concern. Originally reported by Nikkei Asia.

Japan plans certifications

20261019N Fujitsu data center

Japan will establish a system to certify the security of data centers and cloud services.

Aim to curb China risk

Tokyo to urge finance, other key sectors to use secure infrastructure.

Assessment criteria

Fujitsu data centers will be assessed on risk management, equipment procurement sources and other factors.

The key point

Japan will certify data centers and cloud services to block risks from China, Russia and other countries of concern.

Read the original on Nikkei Asia

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