Japan data leak concerns grow as 1.67 million JR East email addresses may be exposed

Japan is stepping up its cybersecurity response after a series of data breaches exposed millions of customer records across businesses and public institutions. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) of the country, on 9 October, called on banks to accelerate the process of using chip-based identity documents, such as passports or MyNumber cards, in opening new bank accounts. The shift comes after cyberattacks on transport firms, retailers, financial services and government-related companies have raised fears about the security of personal data…