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Global Software Update Disrupts Flights, Banks, and Other Services

People stranded at airport as a result of the Global Software Update Disruptions.

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A software update caused chaos on computer systems worldwide on Friday, affecting flights, broadcasters, banking, and healthcare services. The trigger appeared to be an update to a product offered by global cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike (CRWD.O), impacting customers using Microsoft’s (MSFT.O) Windows Operating System. Microsoft later confirmed that the issue had been resolved. CrowdStrike CEO George […]