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Major electronics firms face cyberdefense inquiries surge
Japanese electronics firms get more cyberdefense requests as AI threats rise.
In brief
Japanese electronics firms get more cyberdefense requests as AI threats rise. Hitachi, Fujitsu and NEC receive increased cyberdefense inquiries from clients as AI-driven cyberattacks grow. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Major electronics firms bombarded with cyberdefense inquiries

Japanese electronics firms face a surge in cyberdefense service inquiries as AI threats grow.
Hitachi receives more cyberdefense consultations
Hitachi's senior consultant says client firms request help ensuring business continuity during cyberattacks.
Hitachi launches AI cyberdefense service
Hitachi started a service using AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic to monitor cyberattack risks and restore systems.
Fujitsu gets cyberdefense inquiries

Fujitsu received a spate of inquiries after announcing a cyberdefense strategy in late August.
Fujitsu creates cyberdefense division
Fujitsu established a cyberdefense division with 100 employees on Oct 1 to expand beyond system shutdowns.
NEC launches AI risk analysis service
NEC launched an AI service that automatically analyzes risks and draws up response policies for financial institutions.
AI increases cyberattack risks

AI enables attackers to quickly find system vulnerabilities and carry out large-scale cyberattacks.
The main idea
Hitachi, Fujitsu and NEC receive increased cyberdefense inquiries from clients as AI-driven cyberattacks grow.




