Global IT Glitch Disrupts Services Worldwide

A global technology outage caused by a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has disrupted numerous sectors, particularly affecting systems running Microsoft Windows. The incident has grounded hundreds of flights, affected emergency services, and caused significant disruptions in hospitals, banks, and government operations worldwide. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz have both confirmed that the issue is not a cyberattack and are working on solutions. Recovery efforts are ongoing, but full system restoration is expected to take days or even weeks. Major airlines like Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines have resumed some operations but continue to experience delays and cancellations. Hospitals and state agencies in places like Minnesota and New Hampshire are among those heavily impacted, with emergency services and medical procedures disrupted.