Mirai is a Japanese word that means "future." It is often used in various contexts, including technology, culture, and art. In recent years, it has gained attention as the name of a popular anime film that explores themes of hope and connection. In the tech world, Mirai is also known as a type of malware that targets Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This malware was first discovered in 2016 and is notorious for creating large botnets that can launch distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, disrupting online services and websites.