# Hackers Take Down GMO Internet's Extortion Site | Japan News

An episode of [Japan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/6825612462), 28 Oct 2026, 1:21.

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GMO Internet has successfully taken down an extortion site linked to hackers after the site leaked personal information of its customers, including names and addresses. This action followed GMO's refusal to comply with the hackers' demands. The registrar also suspended a mirror site controlling the attack. In response, GMO is offering a reward of up to one million dollars for information on the hackers and has initiated a relief program for affected users to help mitigate the impact of the TheDailyNow.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting and produced by Qwikcast.ai Sources: N/A More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thedailynewsnow.com/156691e6c8a60297 www.TheDailyNow.ai

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