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Japan's Foreign Ministry establishes cyber division due to AI risks

Japan's Foreign Ministry has created a new Cyber Security Policy Division within its Foreign Policy Bureau. This division was established to address the increasing threat of cyberattacks, which are amplified by advancements in artificial intelligence. AI

IMPACT This move signals a proactive governmental stance on managing AI-driven cyber threats, potentially influencing international cybersecurity policy.

RANK_REASON Governmental policy change related to AI risks. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Japan's Foreign Ministry establishes cyber division due to AI risks

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    The Foreign Ministry established the Cyber Security Policy Division within its Foreign Policy Bureau in response to the growing risk of cyberattacks due to adva

    The Foreign Ministry established the Cyber Security Policy Division within its Foreign Policy Bureau in response to the growing risk of cyberattacks due to advances in artificial intelligence. https://www. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/09/ 01/japan/foreign-ministry-cyber-division/?u…