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Japan’s space systems face growing cybersecurity threats
Space systems depend on data links between satellites and ground infrastructure, making them inherently tied to cybersecurity.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan refiner Taiyo buys oil from Russia as Middle East alternative
Spot purchase of crude from Sakhalin-2 not subject to sanctions, company says
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Bandai cancels gacha/blind-buy system for anime cosmetics, will let fans choose what they buy
Reversal of policy for new Chara Cosme releases follows survey showing immense dislike for randomized merch purchases. Bandai is one of Japan’s biggest anime and video game publishers, which dovetails
Source: SoraNews24
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Mitsubishi Corp. pivots back to natural gas as Iran war slows climate efforts
Japan's trading houses counter geopolitical risks with investment diversification, discipline
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan bank signs over $2bn in loans for US investments
JBIC and 3 top lenders to fund power plant, crude oil facility and diamond project
Source: Nikkei Asia
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KKR bullish on sports investment, Asian stadium deals: co-CEO
Joseph Bae says $10bn portfolio could 'easily double' in next five years
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Fate of Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi called into question
Son and adviser say photograph published in state media is inconclusive
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan's trading houses see benefits from Iran war but set buffers
All five predict profit rises with potential upside from disruption to energy supply chains
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Why Beijing can’t quit ‘open’ AI
The shift away from open source may be driven by the need for companies to make money, but it's unlikely to happen all at once.
Source: The Japan Times
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Oil Price Hike: Solar Power Boost for Japan?
Rising oil prices are creating new opportunities for solar energy in Japan. This could lead to more localized and off-grid power solutions.
Source: The Japan Times
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