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Frequent Internet Outages Spark Calls for Cloud Regulation

11/25/2025

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Cloud Providers Disrupted

Recent internet outages have become more frequent, disrupting services for many users.
Notable incidents include a Cloudflare crash affecting OpenAI and Discord, and outages at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.
The outages reveal the risks of relying on a few dominant cloud providers that control much of global internet infrastructure.
Experts say minor software glitches can trigger widespread disruptions, prompting calls for greater cloud industry regulation and accountability.

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Sean Gold Advocates Preparation

Recent internet outages, including a significant disruption by Cloudflare, heighten concerns about disaster preparedness.
A FEMA survey shows that 57% of Americans are unprepared for disasters.
Experts say backup internet options, including cellular hotspots or Starlink, can maintain connectivity during outages.
Sean Gold emphasizes proactive planning and recommends the Starlink Roam plan as a flexible backup solution.
Preparing now can help mitigate the impact of potential widespread internet failures.

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Cloud Providers Disrupted

Recent internet outages have become more frequent, disrupting services for many users.
Notable incidents include a Cloudflare crash affecting OpenAI and Discord, and outages at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.
The outages reveal the risks of relying on a few dominant cloud providers that control much of global internet infrastructure.
Experts say minor software glitches can trigger widespread disruptions, prompting calls for greater cloud industry regulation and accountability.

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