Bryan Betts is a journalist living and working in South Korea.

He has worked as a reporter for The State Newspaper in Columbia, SC and The Alamogordo Daily News in Alamogordo, NM and has contributed reporting to the New York Times. His writing has also appeared in The El Paso Times, Lake Murray ...

The Agile Intelligent Enterprise: Making the Business Case for SAP S/4HANA

21 Oct 2020  |  www.freeformdynamics.com  |  English  |  Technology

The text discusses the strategic importance of migrating to SAP S/4HANA for digital transformation and optimization. It highlights the unique benefits of S/4HANA compared to previous systems and emphasizes Fujitsu's expertise in facilitating a successful migration.

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Natalie Chalk is a UK-based journalist who works on the news desk of the Daily Mail. She also works as Late Breaking News Editor at inews on weekends. Prior to this she has contributed articles to The Mail on Sunday, The Big Issue, The Guardian, Daily Express, Sunday Mirror, Women’s Health, TNT ...

Explained: The Post Office IT scandal and the fight for justice

05 Apr 2023  |  inews.co.uk  |  English  |  Wrongful convictions

The article discusses the Post Office IT scandal in the UK, where a faulty IT system called Horizon, made by Fujitsu, led to the wrongful convictions of hundreds of subpostmasters for theft, false accounting, or fraud. Despite a public inquiry and promises of compensation, many affected individuals have not received the promised £600,000. The scandal has gained renewed attention following an ITV drama, 'Mr Bates vs the Post Office'. Paula Vennells, the former CEO of the Post Office, has expressed regret for the suffering caused. A public petition is calling for her to be stripped of her CBE, and the police are investigating potential fraud offences related to the prosecutions. The dramatization has prompted new potential victims to come forward.

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Chiara Crescenzi is a journalist based in Roma, RM, Italia.

In China, you can shop with the palm of your hand

01 Oct 2023  |  www.wired.it  |  Italian  |  Biometrics

Tencent has introduced Weixin Palm Payment, a biometric system allowing users to perform actions like shopping and opening doors by scanning their palm. Available only in mainland China, this technology aims to simplify daily tasks by eliminating the need for physical items like keys and wallets. While the system offers convenience, it raises significant privacy and security concerns, as constant monitoring and data collection could attract cybercriminals. Similar technologies by Amazon and Fujitsu are also mentioned, highlighting the growing trend of palm scanning for secure transactions.

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James Crisp is a journalist based in Brussels, Belgium. He is the Brussels correspondent for the Daily Telegraph, covering the EU, Belgium and Brexit. Over the last seven years, he has covered EU politics, financial services and energy regulation for MLex, EurActiv, The Sun and the New Statesman. ...

Calls to strip Fujitsu of £355m Brexit border contract over Post Office scandal unless it pays up

04 Oct 2023  |  Yahoo Entertainment  |  English  |  Government Contracts

Senior politicians are calling for Fujitsu to be stripped of its £355 million Brexit border contract unless it compensates postmasters affected by the Horizon IT scandal. The Japanese multinational, which won the contract for the Trader Support Service (TSS) in 2020, is under pressure to pay up following Rishi Sunak's announcement to exonerate postmasters. Politicians in London and Belfast demand accountability and threaten to freeze further deals with Fujitsu. The TSS, crucial for post-Brexit trade in Northern Ireland, is expected to continue beyond 2024, despite the controversy.

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Al Emid is a journalist based in Toronto, Canada. He has extensive experience both in being a correspondent and co-ordinatingl large numbers of correspondents around the world. His byline currently appears in the Untied States, Canada and several Middle Eastern countries. As well as being located ...

Estonia: Increasingly Independent

01 Oct 2018  |  gfmag.com  |  English  |  Economic Development

Estonia has transitioned from a communist-style command economy to a capitalist-oriented market economy since the Soviet Union's dissolution in 1991, joining various international organizations and adopting the euro. The country has attracted foreign direct investment by leveraging its skilled workforce and advanced e-services, with significant contributions to IT development such as Skype. Estonia faces challenges like rising labor costs and a skilled IT professional shortage, prompting recruitment from abroad. Additionally, Estonia aims to reduce its energy dependence on Russia by 2025.

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Theo Farrant is a journalist based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

Mr Bates vs The Post Office: The extraordinary power of TV drama to create change

17 Jan 2024  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Legal System

The ITV docudrama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' has brought national attention to the miscarriage of justice faced by UK postal workers due to a faulty Fujitsu computer system, Horizon. The series, which aired on January 1, led to public outcry and prompted swift government action to address the scandal. The show's success, with an average viewership of 9.8 million, demonstrates the power of television drama to effect social change, as seen in past influential docudramas. The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged to introduce legislation for victim exoneration and compensation, marking a significant step towards justice for those affected.

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Fujitsu says morally obliged to compensate wronged UK postmasters

16 Jan 2024  |  www.hazard-herald.com  |  English  |  Technology

Fujitsu's European director Paul Patterson acknowledged the company's moral obligation to compensate UK postmasters wrongly convicted due to glitches in its Horizon accounting software. The issue, which led to theft and false accounting convictions for about 700 postmasters between 1999 and 2005, has been termed the UK's biggest miscarriage of justice. Some postmasters faced jail, bankruptcy, or severe health issues, with four suicides and dozens dying before exoneration. Fujitsu, a major IT service provider with global revenues of around $27 billion, is expected to discuss compensation contributions with the government. The UK government has set aside £1 billion for compensation and may hold Fujitsu accountable pending a public inquiry. The Post Office's CEO Nick Read described the situation as complex, while Scotland's top legal officer Dorothy Bain apologized for the miscarriages of justice and is reviewing cases potentially affected by the Horizon system.

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Nick Gutteridge is a freelance journalist based in Brussels, Belgium.

Calls to strip Fujitsu of £355m Brexit border contract over Post Office scandal unless it pays up

12 Jan 2024  |  The Telegraph  |  English  |  Government Contracts

Senior politicians are calling for Fujitsu to be stripped of its £355 million Brexit border contract unless it compensates postmasters affected by the Horizon IT scandal. The Japanese multinational, which won the contract for the Trader Support Service (TSS) in 2020, faces pressure from both London and Belfast politicians to contribute to the compensation package. The TSS, a significant post-Brexit trading arrangement, is set to continue beyond 2024. Despite the Windsor Framework reducing border checks, the DUP continues to boycott power-sharing in Stormont. Leading Brexiteers and conservative MPs also demand that Fujitsu be barred from future government contracts until it addresses the compensation issue.

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Andrew Jehring is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Shamed Post Office law chief said the firm should 'grit its teeth and get on with prosecuting people' after he suppressed an investigation into its faulty IT system to protect the firm

05 Oct 2023  |  This is Money  |  English  |  Miscarriage of Justice

The Post Office continued prosecuting sub-postmasters despite knowing its Horizon IT system was faulty, leading to one of the worst miscarriages of justice in modern British history. Rob Wilson, the head of criminal law, suppressed an investigation into the system to protect the business, resulting in over 900 wrongful prosecutions. Public outrage has grown, especially after the ITV series 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' highlighted the issue. Victims and campaigners are calling for accountability, while the government prepares legislation to exonerate the wrongfully convicted and allocate compensation.

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For over 20 years I was an English-language journalist based in Moscow. Following the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, I left Russia. However, I continue to closely monitor developments in Russia (and my homeland, Belarus), contributing articles on Russia-related topics. My focus lies ...

Chris McKeon is a freelance multimedia journalist based in London, United Kingdom. He has worked across the UK and in Africa, and has an interest in current affairs, politics, economics and sport. He has also worked as a country analyst for a risk consultancy.

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Fujitsu's role in Post Office Horizon scandal, what it knew and what it plans to do as boss Paul Patterson questioned by MPs

16 Jan 2024  |  www.nottinghampost.com  |  English  |  Government Contracts

Fujitsu has apologized for the wrongful convictions of over 700 Post Office branch managers due to errors in its Horizon IT software and acknowledged a moral obligation to contribute to compensation. Paul Patterson, Fujitsu's European boss, admitted to bugs in the software and discussed the company's role in the scandal before MPs. Despite ongoing contracts with the UK Government worth billions, Fujitsu's future involvement is uncertain due to the scandal's impact and criticism from MPs. A public inquiry led by Sir Wyn Williams is currently underway, with Fujitsu employee Rajbinder Sangha admitting that data from Horizon is still used in court.

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Jenny Medlicott is a freelance writer and travel editor at The Pocket Media Group. She graduated from the University of Exeter in 2021, where she was also comment editor from 2020–2021. Since graduating, she has written for numerous publications, with bylines in The Independent, Marie Claire UK, ...

Police investigate Post Office over ‘potential fraud offences’ committed during Horizon scandal

06 Oct 2023  |  LBC  |  English  |  Miscarriage of Justice

Metropolitan Police are investigating potential fraud offences related to the Horizon scandal, where over 700 Post Office branch managers were wrongfully convicted due to faulty Fujitsu accounting software. The investigation, initiated in January 2020, is examining possible perjury and perverting the course of justice. Despite government promises of compensation, many victims have yet to receive payments. The scandal, considered the most widespread miscarriage of justice in UK history, led to severe personal and financial consequences for the affected sub-postmasters.

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Freelance journalist and photojournalist since 1990. I've written for many international and national newspapers like The Sunday Times, Euronews, The Daily Telegraph, The Economist, The Guardian, The Scotsman, The Sunday Herald and The Daily Record, The Globe and Mail, The Miami Herald to mention a ...

Corrections succeeds in case against Fujitsu for software issues

11 Dec 2023  |  www.nbr.co.nz  |  English  |  Technology

Corrections New Zealand has won its legal dispute with Fujitsu New Zealand regarding the procurement of rostering technology for the Making Shifts Work project in 2018/19. Justice Cooke ruled that Fujitsu must pay costs to Corrections, following allegations of misrepresentation, Fair Trading Act breaches, and contractual warranty breaches for software services.

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Doug Nairne is a journalist based in New Territories, Hong Kong.

Moribund PC market hails Tablet's entry

29 Oct 2002  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  Tablet PC

Microsoft's Tablet PC, set to launch on November 7, is anticipated to rejuvenate the declining PC market. The device, which combines features of a clipboard and a computer, is expected to become the standard for laptops within a few years. While companies like Acer are optimistic about its impact on sales, others like Fujitsu and Legend are more cautious, viewing it as an additional option rather than a replacement. IDC's analysis suggests a minor increase in demand, with pricing being a potential barrier for consumer adoption. The marketing effort will focus on overcoming past consumer skepticism towards handwriting recognition technology.

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Aisling Ní Chúláin is a video journalist based in Dublin, Ireland.

Work from home for life? Why companies around the world want to make remote work permanent

11 May 2021  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Work-Life Balance

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift to remote work, with companies like Fujitsu making it a permanent arrangement. Benefits include no commuting, reduced office space, better work-life balance, and a broader talent pool. However, companies must address IT and security issues to remain competitive. Experts highlight the divide between proactive companies and those delaying IT investments.

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Justice Nwafor is an award-winning freelance journalist, editor and content writer. His reports have been published on multiple platforms, including the BBC, Reuters, SciDevNet, HumAngle, Earth Journalism Network, International Policy Digest, Nigerian Tribune, Ripples Nigeria, etc. His most recent ...

Money Matters: Soaring Car Insurance Premiums and the Fujitsu Fiasco

16 Jan 2024  |  bnnbreaking.com  |  English  |  Financial Scandal

Car insurance premiums have risen sharply, with a 67.2% increase over the past year and a record high average price of £561. Factors include repair delays, higher costs for parts and materials, advanced technology, and rising energy bills. Consumers are advised to use comparison sites and consider switching providers to find better rates. Fujitsu's market capitalization has suffered due to its involvement in the Post Office scandal, with over £1 billion lost in value since early January 2024, exacerbated by concerns over their pension scheme and global market sentiment.

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Daniel Pye is a journalist based in Lyon, France.

Rinkfield Post Office fraud case raised in inquiry

15 Jan 2024  |  News and Star  |  English  |  Technology

The Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry discussed the 2011 case of Katherine Jane McQue, former operator of Rinkfield Post Office, who was prosecuted for fraud based on the Horizon IT System by Fujitsu, which had inaccuracies. McQue admitted to falsifying records to cover losses but initially claimed the system was flawed. She received a suspended prison sentence and community service. The inquiry highlighted the Post Office's past insistence on operators not blaming the Horizon system for losses as a condition for accepting plea deals.

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Julian Ryall is a journalist based in Tokyo, Japan.

Calls grow for Japanese firm Fujitsu to foot the bill in Britain's Post Office scandal

10 Jan 2024  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  Corporate Accountability

The British government has compensated victims of the Post Office scandal with £138 million, but there are increasing calls for Fujitsu to contribute, as it provided the faulty Horizon system that led to over 700 wrongful convictions. The scandal, which began in 1999, involved postmasters being wrongfully accused of false accounting and theft due to system errors. Despite a High Court ruling and a public inquiry confirming the system's faults, many victims are still seeking justice. Fujitsu has apologized but declined further comment pending the ongoing inquiry.

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Marie Schulte-Bockum is a freelance journalist based in Munich, Germany. Schulte-Bockum has contributed to Forbes, the BBC, the New York Times, GQ, Sport1 and FOCUS Online, among others. A native speaker of German and English, she holds a BA in International Affairs from Northeastern University, ...

Forbes Blockchain 50 2022

08 Feb 2022  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Technology

Blockchain technology is increasingly being integrated into the operations of major companies worldwide, driving efficiencies and innovations across various sectors. The Forbes Blockchain 50 list highlights companies like Adobe, Allianz, and Ant Group, which are leveraging blockchain for applications ranging from digital art authentication to streamlining insurance claims. Venture capital firms have also heavily invested in blockchain, with Andreessen Horowitz leading the charge. The technology is being used to enhance supply chain transparency, reduce administrative costs, and improve transaction speeds. Companies like JPMorgan Chase and BNY Mellon are making significant strides in financial services, while others like Meta and Twitter are exploring blockchain's potential in social media and digital assets. The overall sentiment towards blockchain and its applications is overwhelmingly positive, with companies reporting substantial benefits and future growth potential.

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Elliot Smith is a British multimedia journalist with eight years' domestic and international experience covering geopolitics, economics, business and sport, most recently working as a full-time Correspondent for CNBC in London.

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Post Office scandal: TV show reignites anger over ‘most widespread miscarriage of justice' in UK history

11 Jan 2024  |  www.nbcphiladelphia.com  |  English  |  Technology Failures

The Post Office scandal in the UK, where faulty Horizon software by Fujitsu led to wrongful convictions of 736 sub-postmasters for theft, fraud, and false accounting, has been reignited by the ITV docu-drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office.' The High Court ruled the software was at fault, and a public inquiry is underway. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has promised legislation for swift exoneration and compensation. The scandal has been described as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in UK history, with many victims still awaiting justice.

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EJ Ward is a Broadcast Journalist based in London, United Kingdom. With experience working across a range of media EJ is skilled at broadcast journalism and live reporting. Experienced in managing a newsroom he currently works as a News Editor and Producer for Sino Radio UK, part of the GBTIMES ...

Fujitsu will 'possibly' be 'on the hook' for compensation for victims of Post Office Horizon scandal, minister says

04 Oct 2023  |  LBC  |  English  |  Public Inquiry

Fujitsu may be liable for compensation if a public inquiry finds the company responsible for the Post Office Horizon scandal, according to Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride. The inquiry will determine culpability, potentially shifting financial responsibility from taxpayers to Fujitsu. The government is also working to expedite the clearing of wrongful convictions of subpostmasters affected by the faulty Horizon accounting software. Post Office minister Kevin Hollinrake is exploring legislative options to hasten this process, while former Post Office boss Paula Vennells faces scrutiny over her CBE. The government remains committed to addressing the scandal and compensating the victims.

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Sophia Waterfield is a journalist based in York, United Kingdom.

UK government must do more to help GovTech SMEs

04 Oct 2023  |  techmonitor.ai  |  English  |  GovTech

The UK government is criticized for not doing enough to help GovTech SMEs access lucrative government contracts, with a lack of meaningful industry engagement and complex procurement frameworks cited as major barriers. A techUK survey reveals that while some progress has been made, over 90% of SMEs feel the government does not understand their needs. The survey also highlights the civil service's risk-averse culture as a significant obstacle. Recommendations include more early pre-procurement engagement, support for social value, fewer frameworks, and appointing a ministerial SME champion. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged to improve SME access to government contracts, but experts believe more needs to be done.

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Emma Woollacott is a journalist based in Oxford, United Kingdom, writing in fields from science and tech to business and politics, freelance since 1992. I've written for most British broadsheet national newspapers, including the Times, Daily Telegraph, Financial Times and Guardian, as well as many ...

Law On Reliability Of Computer Evidence Should Change, Say IT Experts

15 Jan 2024  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Justice System

A U.K. IT professional body, BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, is advocating for a change in the law to remove the presumption that computer systems data is always correct. This call comes in response to the Post Office Horizon scandal, where flawed data from Fujitsu's Horizon IT system led to wrongful prosecutions. Dr Sam De Silva of BCS highlights the difficulty non-IT specialists face in challenging computer-generated evidence. The BCS is urging a formal review to ensure organizations must prove the reliability of their computer systems in legal cases.

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