Japan stories

Borderless AI rolls out crypto-native payroll tool as demand grows for flexible pay options among globally dispersed workforces.

DTEX warns that AI agents controlled via Telegram and WhatsApp can quietly access files, expose credentials and exfiltrate data from endpoints.

Oracle and Google Cloud add Gemini Enterprise access to governed database data, letting users query enterprise records in natural language without SQL.

Pinewood boosts annual revenue and EBITDA as testing begins at Lithia's US dealerships, with cash rising and medium-term growth targets intact.

GitLab lets AWS customers run Duo Agent Platform inference through Amazon Bedrock, keeping AI workflows inside existing cloud controls and spending commitments.

UK ranks 70th in Broadband Genie's global survey, as Eastern Europe tops the cheapest fixed-line internet markets and North America stays costly.

Study finds AI now shapes investment research for 78.3% of users, with strongest enthusiasm in the Middle East and Latin America.

Moloco has extended its adtech push into television with a new performance product for app marketers, promising real-time optimisation and attribution.

Deloitte, Microsoft and Intel among SAS partner awards winners as global software vendor spotlights channel growth across Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas.

Betashares broadens its robotics ETF to 60 holdings, adds China A-shares and a humanoid robotics theme as it tightens AI rules.

Yokogawa wins three cybersecurity approvals for control, safety and connectivity products as plant operators face tighter scrutiny over cyber risk.

Canada's patent filings have flatlined for years despite a surging population, with experts blaming investment barriers, brain drain and weak IP strategy.

Kyndryl Foundation extends Canadian grant to JEDI, supporting IT and cybersecurity training for Indigenous students amid a growing cyber skills gap.

Acronis rolls out globally available managed detection and response for MSPs, bundling 24/7 monitoring, incident response and recovery tools.

Racing Bulls' cherry blossom Japanese Grand Prix livery inspires limited-edition motion simulator as F1 collectibles market expands.

Thales report finds weak login and sign-up flows are pushing users away, as trust in AI, data handling and digital services remains low.

Ricoh expands its graphic communications offer through a North American deal with LogoJET, bringing direct-to-object UV printing into its sales network.

DigiCert scales digital trust platform with Valimail deal as Q4 annual recurring revenue hits a company record and bookings top guidance.

Firms are freezing hiring on the promise of AI gains, despite scant proof of returns and patchy training in how to use the technology.

Kroll warns boards are overestimating cyber resilience as attacks cost firms an average USD $2.2 million a year and response plans lag reality.