A global IT outage on July 19, 2024, caused by a flawed update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, led to widespread disruptions worldwide. Airports, including those in Singapore and Phoenix, faced significant flight cancellations, while courthouses in Maryland were closed, delaying legal proceedings. The outage also impacted hospitals, forcing some to postpone non-urgent surgeries, and disrupted banking services, with Chase Bank customers unable to access services. The incident highlighted the fragility of the digital world and the risks of heavy reliance on a few tech providers. CrowdStrike has apologized, and systems are gradually being restored.