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BPI

American  

  1. Computers. Also bpi

    1. bits per inch.

    2. bytes per inch.

  2. Bureau of Public Inquiries.

bpi British  

abbreviation

  1. bits per inch (used of a computer tape or disk surface)

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These achievements were "an impressive feat, given more acts than ever are vying for audience attention", said Dr Jo Twist, CEO of the BPI.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

In its report, the BPI highlighted that a new generation of British talent had achieved international success in 2025.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

BPI said approval of the application from Coinbase, a crypto exchange, “could significantly increase risks to the U.S. financial system.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

The Brits were set up in 1977 to celebrate the British Music Industry, and they are run by the BPI - an organisation funded by, and representing, the biggest record labels in the country.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2025

The second phospho-iodide of boron obtained by M. Moissan is represented by the formula BPI.

From Scientific American Supplement, No. 841, February 13, 1892 by Various

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