A software update by CrowdStrike, a major cybersecurity firm, triggered a global technology outage affecting industries such as healthcare, airlines, shipping, and finance. The disruption lasted several hours and grounded flights, delayed medical services, and disrupted financial transactions, raising questions about the resilience and concentration of cybersecurity infrastructure. CrowdStrike's shares dropped significantly while its competitors saw gains. The incident emphasized the vulnerability of interconnected global systems, prompting calls for better contingency planning and multiple redundancies in IT networks.
