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Mass Internet Outage Hits Instagram, Reddit, Airbnb, Leaving Users Frustrated

Mass Internet Outage Hits Instagram, Reddit, Airbnb, Leaving Users Frustrated
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  • Major East Coast outages hit Instagram, Reddit, Airbnb, and Capital One on January 15.
  • Capital One's severe outage blocked access to accounts, exposing digital banking risks.
  • Vendor dependencies identified as the cause of Capital One's significant service issues.
  • Airbnb users voiced frustration over increased reliance on digital platforms during outages.
  • Social media intensified corporate accountability for tech firms' outage responses.
  • Despite disruptions and legal issues, Capital One's stock rose, showing sector strength.
  • Tech giants urged to improve infrastructure, addressing service risks and communication.
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