NHK vs. IBM: A Legal Battle Over $54 Million
NHK is suing IBM Japan for ¥5.469 billion over a terminated system development contract. The lawsuit was filed in the Tokyo District Court following delays and a revised development approach…
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NHK is suing IBM Japan for ¥5.469 billion over a terminated system development contract. The lawsuit was filed in the Tokyo District Court following delays and a revised development approach…