Japan net provider GMO seeks 'active cyber defense' from government

Company says unauthorized trades executed through FX-related services GMO Internet Group said on Oct. 24 that it is seeking help from the government in dealing with the threat posed by hackers. (Photo by Koji Uema) TOKYO -- Japanese internet infrastructure provider GMO Internet Group said Saturday that it had made an emergency request to the government to adopt "active cyber defense" and proactively counter cyberattacks.