Global tech outage grounds flights and disrupts businesses

The meltdown disrupted airlines, medical services, TV broadcasts, banks and more.

View in browser|nytimes.com July 19, 2024 Ezra Acayan/Getty Images A widespread global technology outage has taken down airlines, medical services, TV broadcasts, banks and scores of other businesses and services around the world. Here's what we know about the outage. → What caused such a widespread meltdown? → Follow live updates as the effects are felt across the world. → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018