Global Tech Outage Disrupts Industries Worldwide

A widespread tech outage on Friday linked to cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike and Microsoft disrupted various sectors globally, including airports, airlines, banks, media, and healthcare. Significant impacts included flight cancellations, suspended financial services, and delayed broadcasting, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and communication systems.

A massive tech outage on Friday, potentially tied to cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike and Microsoft, caused widespread disruptions across multiple industries, including transportation, banking, media, and healthcare sectors.

Airports and airlines globally faced severe delays and flight cancellations, with major hubs like Berlin, Lisbon, Amsterdam, and Sydney experiencing significant operational challenges. Major airlines such as Lufthansa, KLM, and Turkish Airlines reported substantial disruptions.

Financial institutions weren't spared either. Australia's Commonwealth Bank and South Africa's Capitec experienced service interruptions, while major oil and gas trading desks in London and Singapore struggled to execute trades. The media sector, including Britain's Sky News and Australia's ABC, also faced significant broadcasting challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)