# GMO Closes Hacker's Data Leak Website | Japan News

An episode of [Japan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/6825612462), 28 Oct 2026, 1:13.

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GMO Internet Group has shut down a website exploited by hackers to leak data from over 26,000 servers. This breach included personal information from a client, prompting hackers to demand a $1 million ransom and threatening to release more data daily. In retaliation, GMO is offering up to $1 million for tips about the hackers and has sought collaboration with the Japanese government on cyber defense. The situation is ongoing as authorities take action to protect affected users. 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/02fec4c7ae7d3de5 www.TheDailyNow.ai

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