Japan Requires Lenders to Accept Only Chip-Enabled Identification
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A report dated October 9, 2026, said that the Japanese government had stepped up cybersecurity efforts after more than 20 large companies disclosed in recent weeks that they had suffered cyberattacks that may have exposed tens of millions of customers’ data. Japan’s Financial Services Agency requires lenders to accept only identification documents containing ID chips. The government also plans to issue cybersecurity guidelines to local authorities and private companies. The report also said that Japan has reported more than 500 cybersecurity incidents this year, and experts believe artificial intelligence is driving the escalation of cyberattacks.
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- PYMNTSJapan steps up cybersecurity after hacking attacks expose identity information
The Japanese government is stepping up cybersecurity measures after more than 20 major companies disclosed cyberattacks in recent weeks that may have exposed tens of millions of customer records. The Financial Services Agency is requiring lenders to accept only identification documents containing ID chips, while the government will also provide cybersecurity guidance to local authorities and private companies. Japan has reported more than 500 cybersecurity incidents this year, and experts believe AI is driving the escalation of attacks.