Cyberattacks zero in on Tokyo Olympics as Games begin

'Wiper' malware and fake streaming sites flagged by security experts

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The Olympic Stadium in Tokyo: The opening ceremony for the delayed Games will be held on July 23. © Reuters

AKINOBU IWASAWA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- With the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics approaching, malicious software and websites have targeted both event organizers and ordinary fans.

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