# Self-Destructing Flash Drives The Fujitsu Tamatebako is USB Drive that Takes Cues from James Bond By Allison Love | Published 2010-07-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujitsu-tamatebako References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/tamatebako-the-usb-flash-that-drive-self-destructs/) & [crunchgear](http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/06/29/tamatebako-fujitsus-self-destruct-usb-memory-finally-goes-on-sale-in-japan/) The [Fujitsu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laptop-design-concept) Tamatebako is a pretty incredible new USB flash drive. The idea behind the flash drive is to self-destruct if the drive contains important information that gets into the wrong hands. The concept was first announced last year and is finally ready to hit stores (firstly in Japan spy shops, of course). The Fujitsu Tamatebako doesn't actually blowup, however it does [erase all the files](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/physical-vault) on the flash drive to ensure maximum privacy. The Fujitsu Tamatebako USB flash drive is definitely James Bond-inspired and the ideal tech device for those working on top secret world-conquering missions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-destructing Security:** Opportunity for tech companies to develop more advanced security measures for sensitive information and data. - **Privacy-enhancing Tech:** Opportunity to develop more secure and private tech devices for individuals and businesses. - **Spy-inspired Gadgets:** Opportunity to create more gadgets taking inspiration from spy movies and TV shows. ### Where This Applies - **Tech:** Tech companies can explore self-destructing technology for data protection such as flash drives, smartphones, and other digital devices. - **Security:** Security companies can explore the potential of self-destructing technology to protect sensitive data and information. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to provide user-friendly self-destructing tech devices for individuals and businesses needing top-notch security. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Smart Secure Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ironkey-vault-privacy-80es.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-trek-discovery-flash-drives.md) - [Dedicated Encryption Storage Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexar-jumpdrive-fingerprint-f35-pro.md) - [Secure Encrypted SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchlock-unlocks-drives.md) - [Data-Protecting USB Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nukii.md) - [Trackable Encrypted Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-speed-gd10.md) - [Data-Destroying Laptop Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buskill-usb-cord.md) - [Ironclad Encryption Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kingston-ironkey-vault-privacy-50.md) - [Durable Encrypted Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidrive-encrypted-nvme-ssd.md)