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Biggest IT Outage in History

19 July 2024

at 6:58 PM

Computer, CrowdStrike, Internet, Windows

A significant Microsoft outage is causing major issues worldwide, impacting various services and affecting thousands to millions of users. The Crowdstrike CEO has stated that the outage was not caused by a cyberattack.

Key Impacts:

- Airlines: KLM, AirAsia, Cebu Pacific Air, and Singapore Airlines are experiencing disruptions. American Airlines, United, and Delta have requested a global ground stop due to communication issues, confirmed by the FAA.

- Media: The Associated Press reports service disruptions.

- Stock Markets: Euronext says some Northern American markets’ stocks-based indices are currently being incorrectly broadcast.

- Airports: Berlin Airport faces major disruptions.

- Tourism: Hong Kong Disneyland’s online ticketing system is down due to an “unexpected computer system outage,” with visitors asked to purchase on-day tickets at the park entrance.

- Transportation: Washington DC has suspended all train services due to the IT outage.

- Global Impact: The outage affects numerous sectors globally, causing widespread operational challenges.

The disruption is linked to an update from CrowdStrike Holdings Inc., a US-based cybersecurity firm. CrowdStrike has acknowledged receiving reports of system crashes related to Microsoft Windows. In response, Microsoft has stated it is investigating the issue and working to restore full functionality to affected services.

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

07 April 2023

at 10:57 PM

Blogging, Computer

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) have become ubiquitous in today's world, with automation, robotics, and digital transformation being some of their primary applications. AI and ML are rapidly changing the way businesses and industries operate, bringing efficiency and innovation to a wide range of fields.

Automation has been one of the primary applications of AI and ML. Automation involves the use of technology to perform tasks that are repetitive, tedious, or dangerous for humans. AI and ML algorithms have made automation more intelligent, enabling machines to learn from data, identify patterns, and make decisions.

Robotics is another area where AI and ML have made significant contributions. Robots powered by AI and ML algorithms are being used in a wide range of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare. For example, robots are being used in manufacturing to perform tasks such as assembly, welding, and painting. In healthcare, robots are being used to assist with surgeries and provide care to patients.

Digital transformation is another area where AI and ML are playing a critical role. Digital transformation involves the use of technology to transform business processes and models. AI and ML are being used to analyze data, provide insights, and automate processes in industries such as banking, insurance, and retail. For example, banks are using AI and ML algorithms to analyze customer data, detect fraud, and provide personalized recommendations to customers.

However, AI and ML also raise concerns about the impact on jobs and the potential for bias and discrimination. As machines become more intelligent and capable, some jobs may become obsolete, and new jobs may require different skills. Additionally, AI and ML algorithms can perpetuate biases and discrimination if the data used to train them are biased.

Google's Project Glass

05 April 2012

at 10:28 PM

Computer, Internet

Project Glass... wait, what? A new way to see the world? On their Google+ page, Project Glass posted a video simply titled, ‘One day…’ that has already racked up half-a-million views within one day!

A group from Google[x] started Project Glass to build this kind of technology, that helps to explore and share your world, putting you back in the moment. They’re sharing this information now because they want to start a conversation and learn from our valuable input.

This glass also reminds me of Vegeta´s in DBZ lol