【Overview of “Cybersecurity Threat Prevention and Brand Security”】
GMO-Z.com LA began operations in November 2019 in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. It supports the development of Laos’s digital society by providing Internet Infrastructure services such as domain registration and sales, cloud and rental servers, and digital certificates (SSL).
This time, GMO-Z.com LA will hold a cybersecurity seminar in collaboration with the Lao government, together with GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae, which leads the security field within the GMO Internet Group, Inc., and GMO Brand Security, which provides brand protection services on the Internet.
At the seminar, the participating companies of the GMO Internet Group will bring together their cutting-edge security technologies and practical expertise to deliver lectures for security and brand management leaders and staff from government agencies, financial institutions, and Internet service providers in Laos on the following topics:
・GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae: The latest cyberattack trends across ASEAN and globally, and practical incident response strategies
・GMO Brand Security: The threats of phishing, imitation sites, and impersonation scams in Asia and Japan, and concrete measures for brand protection
From the two perspectives of defending against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and protecting brands, the seminar will systematically share practical knowledge that directly supports maintaining organizational trust.
Protecting a nation’s digital infrastructure ultimately means protecting the sustainable growth of society and the economy.
The GMO Internet Group, Inc. will continue contributing to the realization of a safe and trustworthy Internet environment through the advanced technologies and integrated security solutions it has cultivated globally.
■Event Overview
・Date and Time: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:00–12:00
・Venue: Crowne Plaza Vientiane by IHG
Nongduang Nua Village, 20 Rue Samsenthai, Vientiane 01000, Laos
・Organizer: Lao Government Security Bureau
・Co-Organizers: GMO-Z.com LA / GMO Brand Security Inc. / GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae, Inc.
・Target Participants: Security and brand management leaders and staff from Lao government agencies, banks, and Internet service providers
・Themes:
Spoofing Threats & Trust Infrastructure (GMO Brand Security)
Global Trends & Offensive Security (GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae)
【Background of This Initiative】
In addition, damage caused by phishing emails and impersonation websites has also surged. The total damage from online fraud in Southeast Asia is estimated to reach up to USD 37 billion annually(※1).Another report indicates that approximately 63% of adults in Southeast Asia experienced fraud in the past year(※2). Strengthening the ability to respond to sophisticated attacks that can affect national infrastructure has therefore become a key policy issue shared across countries in the region.
In Laos as well, the promotion of e-government and digital finance has created a growing need to develop specialized talent and enhance organizational response capabilities. This seminar is being held in response to such social demands as a forum for knowledge sharing through public-private collaboration.
（※1）October 2024, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), “Transnational Organized Crime in Southeast Asia and the Convergence of Cyber Fraud, Underground Banking, and Technological Innovation”
（※2）2025, Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA), “The State of Scams in Southeast Asia”
【Future Outlook】
Going forward, we will deepen collaboration with the Lao government and related organizations and continue to support not only the security field but also the development and advancement of ICT infrastructure and the promotion of advanced technologies. Furthermore, we will expand the deployment of cutting-edge technologies such as AI and cloud computing across Laos and the region, contributing to sustainable economic growth and the development of a safe and secure digital society.
【About GMO-Z.com Lao Co., Ltd.】
GMO-Z.com Lao Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “GMO-Z.com LA”) is a consolidated company of GMO Internet, Inc. operating in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. It provides Internet Infrastructure services such as domain registration and sales, cloud and rental servers, and digital certificates (SSL), areas in which GMO Internet, Inc. holds a high market share in Japan. By combining the advanced technologies, robust security, and operational expertise accumulated in Japan with GMO-Z.com LA’s local network and practical operations, the company delivers highly reliable services. Under the “Z.com” brand—one of only three single-letter domains in the world—it leverages its strong brand recognition and proven technology to contribute to the development of a safe and secure digital society in Laos.
【About GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae, Inc.】
GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae is a professional cybersecurity company composed of one of the largest groups of white-hat hackers in Japan. Guided by its corporate philosophy of “turning the belief of helping people into the power to protect,” the company will continue contributing to strengthening Japan’s cybersecurity through advanced technologies and practical education. With the goal of “bringing the world’s best white-hat hacker technologies closer to everyone,” it provides comprehensive cybersecurity services including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, security consulting, SOC services, and forensic investigations.
【About GMO Brand Security Inc. 】
Under the slogan “Security for Every Brand,” GMO Brand Security provides monitoring services centered on the Internet and support for rights enforcement against brand infringement risks. The company also offers assistance with the acquisition and management of trademarks and domain names, which form the basis for rights enforcement, providing one-stop services that guide brands toward a safe and secure environment. As of December 2025, the services provided by GMO Brand Security are used by approximately 1,200 companies, including leading global enterprises in Japan.
