The recent AWS outage raised alarms about global dependence on major tech firms. Users faced disruptions ranging from banking access to losing streaks on apps, reigniting debates on tech reliance and market competition.
Apple's iCloud service faced a significant outage today, affecting various connected services like Photos and iMessage. Users flocked to Down Detector to report issues, which peaked at 900 reports before steadily declining. The outage lasted over 5 hours, leaving many unable to access critical features.
A significant outage at Google Cloud today has disrupted services for major platforms like Spotify, Discord, and Snapchat. While Google is working on recovery, many users are still facing issues.