Japan - Major firms have started offering services to detect and remove electronic bugging devices in offices as spying has become a serious concern due to increased competition in business and among employees.With information on new technology or personnel more sought after than ever, observers point out that many Japanese firms have not taken sufficient measures to protect against eavesdropping. The need for bug-busting services is expected to grow...
According to the NPO, about 370,000 bugs and spy cameras were sold in 2006, more than double the number in 1997...
Raisuke Miyawaki, former cabinet public relations secretary and an adviser to the Institute for International Policy Studies, warns that firms should not delay in taking defensive measures against bugging. (more) (Japanese butt-biting bug video sfw)
