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Securing the Smart Nation: Japan’s Push Toward SASE and Next-Gen Network Resilience

In the heart of Tokyo, a city that pulses with the rhythm of the future, a quiet revolution is unfolding. It’s not in shiny robotics labs or fast maglev tracks. It’s in the structure of the nation’s digital infrastructure. Japan is moving boldly toward its goal of a 'Society 5.0,' which is a super-smart, human-centered society. However, its business leaders face a tricky challenge. New technologies like IoT, remote work, and cloud-first apps are pushing old corporate network security models. The castle-and-moat approach is outdated. This method relied on a strong perimeter to protect a central data kingdom. The kingdom is now spread across thousands of homes, coffee shops, and mobile devices. The moat has nearly vanished. This seismic shift demands a fundamental rethinking of security and connectivity. It is…