平井大臣記者会見（令和3年6月25日）｜デジタル庁

This page summarizes a June 25, 2021 press conference by Minister Hirai, responsible for digital reform. The minister explained the public release of internal meeting audio recordings, clarifying that misleading media reports claiming he instructed specific company contracts were inaccurate. He emphasized no particular company names were intended. Regarding Olympic facial recognition services, he stated the system became unnecessary after canceling foreign spectator attendance. His stern tone reflected strong conviction against wasting taxpayer money on unused functions. He acknowledged his strong language was inappropriate, while emphasizing commitment to eliminating procurement waste and vendor lock-in.