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Reflecting on the Millennium Bug: How a Tinned Meat Incident Fueled Global Fears

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Reflecting on the Millennium Bug: How a Tinned Meat Incident Fueled Global Fears

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  • 25 years ago, concerns arose over the millennium bug threatening to disrupt global computer systems.
  • Predictions of dire outcomes, including nuclear meltdowns and food shortages, led to public anxiety and precautionary measures.
  • A tinned meat incident in 1987 illustrated early fears, as it was rejected by Marks & Spencer due to date-related errors.
  • Despite extensive global spending on remediation estimated at $600 billion, few significant issues occurred when the year 2000 arrived.
  • Experts argue the international effort was a success even if the actual impact was minimal, with some nations experiencing fewer problems without large expenditures.

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