Spread of Damaging Online Rumors
First written in FY2024. 1 of 3 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2023: 4 of 27 companies on the "Worse" side.
0 other companies' latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「If negative rumors about the Group or its services spread, the Group has established a system in which relevant departments cooperate, centered on the Corporate Management Division, to respond promptly. Where necessary, it will coordinate with its retained attorneys and external experts to provide appropriate information and take appropriate action.」
The former policy of a response led by the Representative Director has been developed into a structure centered on cooperation among relevant departments and external experts, led by the Corporate Management Division. - FY2025RestatedAnnual report
「The Group works to detect rumors and minimize their impact on a daily basis. If negative rumors about the Group or its services spread, the Representative Director is responsible for gathering the necessary parties and responding.」
The policy of early rumor detection and a response led by the Representative Director continues. - FY2024First statedAnnual report
「If information not based on accurate facts or based on speculation spreads through online posts or media reports,」
The Group cites the routine detection of rumors and a response led by the Representative Director if negative rumors spread.