Japan's government, major financial institutions, and critical infrastructure organizations have secured access to Anthropic's AI model 'Mythos', which can detect software vulnerabilities. The move aims to bolster cybersecurity defenses against potential attacks.
Japan's government has been granted access to Anthropic's AI model 'Claude Mythos Preview' as part of its cyber defense initiative, 'Project YATA-Shield'. This access, announced by Digital Minister Takuya Matsumoto, is part of a broader expansion of Anthropic's 'Project Glasswing'.
Japan's government and ruling coalition are finalizing plans for a temporary 2-year consumption tax cut on food and beverages, aiming for a 1% rate starting April 2027. The move, initially seen as unconventional, prioritizes speed amid public opinion shifts, drawing criticism from opposition parties.
Japan's government and ruling coalition are in final talks to implement a temporary 1% consumption tax cut on food and beverages, targeting April 2027. Initially dismissed as a "desperate measure," the move is being prioritized due to public opinion. Opposition parties are expressing strong dissatisfaction.
Japan's government and ruling coalition are preparing to submit a supplementary budget proposal to the Diet in early June to fund measures aimed at curbing gasoline prices and subsidizing electricity and gas costs for the summer. The budget is expected to be modest, focusing on increasing reserve funds, with the aim of swift passage.
