Is International Business Machines on BDS List?

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International Business Machines has to be boycotted

IBM invests heavily in Israel . IBM senior vice-president and general counsel, Lawrence Ricciardi, who noted that his company employs 1,700 people in Israel, said in an interview with the Jerusalem Post, ‘This wedge of land and the huge ideals it represents are very important to IBM.’ IBM was one of three US companies that was lauded at the America-Israel Friendship League Partners for Democracy Awards dinner ( 25th June 2001 ) hosted by Sharon. In May 2002 the Israel-America Chamber of Commerce awarded IBM the Ambassador’s Award’ in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the development of the Israeli high-tech industry and to advancing trade between the U.S.and Israel. IBM established operations in 1949 and was the first large American company with a wholly owned subsidiary in Israel , introducing computers to the country.

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NOKIA

Nokia have started to invest heavily in Israel . Nokia general manager Lars Wolf said in an interview with The Jerusalem Post (4 March 2001): ‘We are really focusing on Israel from all perspectives, because we have an internal project called ‘Project Israel ‘ which means we a re looking at Israel from a networks perspective, from the perspective of Nokia Ventures Organization, and also from the perspective of Nokia Research Center.’ Nokia Venture Partners, a branch of Nokia Ventures Organization, launched a new $500 million fund in December 2000 and allowed that a ‘disproportionate’ amount of it would go into Israeli companies. Nokia Research Center is on the lookout for Israeli start-ups with which it can cooperate.

Express VPN

Israeli company. It was acquired by Kape Technologies, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, for approximately $936 million. Express VPN is an israeli company owned by zionists who support the occupation of Palestine.

Motorola

Electronics giant Motorola has been targeted by BDS supporters for providing surveillance equipment used around Israeli settlements, along the Israeli-built separation barrier, and along the Israel-Gaza border. In addition, the company signed a $100 million deal with Israel in January 2014 for encrypted smartphones for its soldiers and security personnel. The IDF uses motorola as a main supplier for its communication equipment which enables them to effectively control the occupied Palestinians. They also manufacture the bomb fuses used in IDF bombs.

Dell

Michael Dell, the founder of Dell, is a member of the Friends of the IDF, which raises money for the Israeli military. He has donated millions so far and continues to do so.

Viber

Founder, Talmon Marco, is a zionist who supports IDF operations in Gaza.

Nvidia

Nvidia is building a supercomputer for Israel, which will undoubtedly be used to continue its oppression of Palestinians because AI has been used in killing of thousands of innocent civilians in Gaza during 2024 genocide. Moreover, Gilad Shainer, a senior vice president at Nvidia, said Nvidia worked with 800 startups in Israel and tens of thousands of software engineers..

Oracle

Oracle donated money to israeli employees after the war started, with an additional 10,000 israeli shekels for employees who serve in the IDF.

Payoneer

Payoneer is an israeli company which operates on stolen Palestinian land.

SAP

SAP donated money to israeli employees after the war started, with an additional 6,500 israeli shekels for each family member of the employee.

History of International Business Machines

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a multinational technology company with a storied history dating back to its inception in 1911 as the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company (CTR) through a merger of four companies. In 1924, the company was renamed IBM, marking the beginning of its journey towards becoming a global leader in computing technology. IBM initially focused on providing tabulating equipment for businesses and government agencies, playing a pivotal role in automating administrative tasks during the mid-20th century.

Throughout the decades, IBM made significant contributions to the advancement of computing technology. Notable milestones include the development of the IBM System/360 mainframe in the 1960s, which revolutionized computer architecture and laid the foundation for modern computing systems. In the 1980s, IBM ventured into personal computing with the introduction of the IBM PC, further expanding its influence in the technology industry. IBM has also been a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence and data analytics, with innovations such as the Watson supercomputer, which gained prominence for its ability to understand natural language and compete on the quiz show Jeopardy!.

Despite facing challenges and undergoing strategic transformations over the years, including divesting its personal computer and semiconductor businesses, IBM has maintained its position as a leading provider of enterprise solutions, cloud computing services, and cognitive computing technologies. Today, IBM continues to innovate in areas such as hybrid cloud, blockchain, and quantum computing, while also emphasizing its commitment to responsible corporate citizenship and sustainability initiatives. With a legacy of innovation and adaptability spanning more than a century, IBM remains a cornerstone of the global technology landscape.