Japan stories - Page 34

Banks and financial institutions in APAC, especially smaller ones, are vulnerable to cyber attacks, according to reports.

HP has upped its commitment to being green, with plans to achieve 100% renewable electricity in its global operations - with 40% by 2020.

The Boy and the Beast is a coming-of-age Japanese animation film that is proving popular world-wide after a July 2015 release in Japan.

NTT Communications has opened the second phase of its Hong Kong Financial Data Center, a HK$4 billion, Tier 4 facility housing more than 7000 racks.

The New Zealand dollar has recently been at the mercy of US dollar volatility and analysts are split on what direction it may take this week.

NZ and Japanese students swap cultures via NEC's virtual buddy scheme, fostering global connections and cross-cultural friendships.

Social networking site could capture 50% of global search market over the next few years through a new 'Social Search' era according to latest findings.

Over 1200 Symantec partners target SMBs in Asia Pacific and Japan, aiming to bolster security amidst rising cyber threats.

The UN climate change conference in Cancun marks a new beginning, with agreements on funding and clean energy.

CA Technologies has appointed Bill McMurray, a 25-year industry veteran, as vice president for Australia and New Zealand operations.

Independent analyst Ovum forecasts Asia-Pacific business software market to soar to USD $46bn this year, driven by mobile tech and cloud computing.

A new USB-enabled saucepan from TES NewEnergy lets you charge your mobile phone over an open flame, using excess energy from the heat to power your device.

Samsung has confirmed that the Froyo update, expected in Nov/Dec, will resolve Skype issues on the Galaxy S. The device recently surpassed 5 million sales.

Paul Boshoff has been appointed as Country GM for HP New Zealand's Personal Systems Group, taking over from Brent Kendrick who moves to Singapore.

Nokia Siemens Networks invests GBP £4 million in OpenCloud to integrate its telecom software, boosting innovation and growth in convergent services.

AVG's latest report reveals Turkey, Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan are the most dangerous places to surf the web, with Japan and Taiwan being the safest.

Goemon dazzles with a whimsical, action-packed reimagining of Japan's Robin Hood, blending rich history with fantastical ninja exploits.

Digital camera sales decline due to market saturation and financial crisis; IDC projects a 2010 rebound driven by economic recovery and emerging markets.

With autumn in the air, it's time to think about indoor activities – especially arts and crafts which can while away the longer evenings.