# Major electronics firms face cyberdefense inquiries surge

> Japanese electronics firms get more cyberdefense requests as AI threats rise.
- Title: Major electronics firms face cyberdefense inquiries surge
- Summary: Japanese electronics firms get more cyberdefense requests as AI threats rise. Hitachi, Fujitsu and NEC receive increased cyberdefense inquiries from clients…
- Keywords: cybersecurity, hacking, hitachi, fujitsu, nec, ai-driven cyberattacks, cyberdefense services, news, politics, world, Major, electronics
- Source: The Japan Times — https://japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/10/11/companies/japan-cyber-defense-services-inquiry-surge
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- Published: 2026-10-11T06:33:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: cybersecurity, hacking, hitachi, fujitsu, nec, ai-driven cyberattacks, cyberdefense services, news, politics, world
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Hitachi, Fujitsu and NEC receive increased cyberdefense inquiries from clients as AI-driven cyberattacks grow.