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Global Business Disruption Highlights Cloud Concentration Risks

A major Amazon Web Services outage in Virginia caused significant disruptions to UK firms including Lloyds Bank and HMRC. The incident has sparked discussions about the risks of concentrated cloud infrastructure and global dependency on US tech providers.

Widespread Service Disruption Raises Questions

A recent outage at Amazon’s cloud computing operations in Virginia reportedly caused significant disruptions to UK businesses and government services, including Lloyds Bank and HMRC. The incident has prompted industry analysts to question whether global enterprises have become overly dependent on a small number of US-based technology providers, according to reports.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Stage to Feature Industry Titans, Startup Battles, and Major Product Reveals

The Disrupt Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will host industry heavyweights including Alphabet’s Astro Teller, Microsoft’s Kevin Scott, and Netflix’s Elizabeth Stone. Startup Battlefield returns with $100,000 prizes while companies debut groundbreaking electric vehicles and AI platforms.

Major Tech Conference Sets Stage for Innovation

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is positioning itself as the premier venue for technology’s most significant announcements and discussions, according to the recently released stage agenda. The event, scheduled to begin October 27, will feature industry leaders from major corporations and promising startups across multiple sessions and demonstrations.