Outages

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Outages
Outsmarting Data Center Outage Risks in 2026Outsmarting Data Center Outage Risks in 2026

Data center outages can disrupt critical operations. Learn how to mitigate risks, ensure uptime, and prepare for the unexpected in 2026.

byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
Jan 13, 2026
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6 Min Read
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Cloud
2025 Cloud Highlights: AI, Outages, and the Future of Infrastructure2025 Cloud Highlights: AI, Outages, and the Future of Infrastructure
byAlyse Burnside
Dec 23, 2025
4 Min Read
The CyrusOne data center in Aurora, Illinois
Outages
CME Data Center Outage Caused by Human Error, CyrusOne SaysCME Data Center Outage Caused by Human Error, CyrusOne Says
byIsis Almeida, Scott Carpenterand 1 more
Dec 8, 2025
3 Min Read
electrical connections
Energy & Power Supply
Looming US Power Crunch to Impair AI Abilities, Schneider SaysLooming US Power Crunch to Impair AI Abilities, Schneider Says
byAlastair Marsh , Naureen S. Malikand 1 more
Nov 26, 2025
3 Min Read
Battery Energy Storage System near a conventional power plant
Uptime
Comparing Data Center Backup Power SystemsComparing Data Center Backup Power Systems
byChristopher Tozzi
Nov 25, 2025
4 Min Read
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Outages
Cloudflare Outage Resolved After Widespread Internet DisruptionCloudflare Outage Resolved After Widespread Internet Disruption
byJames Walker
Nov 18, 2025
2 Min Read
Cloudflare Headquarters in San Francisco
Outages
Cloudflare Outage Blocks NJ Transit, ChatGPT Websites
Cloudflare Outage Blocks NJ Transit, ChatGPT Websites
Nov 18, 2025
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4 Min Read
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byLynn Doan, Rose Hendersonand 1 more
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Regulations
EU Considers Cracking Down on Big Tech's Cloud Power
EU Considers Cracking Down on Big Tech's Cloud Power
Nov 17, 2025
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2 Min Read
bySamuel Stolton, Bloomberg
Uptime
AWS Outage: What Are the Lessons for Enterprises?
AWS Outage: What Are the Lessons for Enterprises?
Oct 31, 2025
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8 Min Read
byDr. Owen Rogers, Industry Perspectives
Microsoft Azure outage illustration
Outages
Microsoft Azure Outage: Web Services Down as DNS Issue Unfolds
Microsoft Azure Outage: Web Services Down as DNS Issue Unfolds
Oct 29, 2025
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1 Min Read
byJames Walker, Senior Editor
Data center outage illustration
Outages
How to Measure the Real Business Impact of Data Center Outages
How to Measure the Real Business Impact of Data Center Outages
Oct 29, 2025
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4 Min Read
byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
AWS data center Virginia
Outages
AWS Outage Exposes ‘Dangerous’ Over-Reliance on US Cloud Giants
AWS Outage Exposes ‘Dangerous’ Over-Reliance on US Cloud Giants
Oct 21, 2025
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3 Min Read
byShane Snider, Senior News Writer
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Outages
Amazon Outage Still Hampers AWS Service as Recovery Drags On
Amazon Outage Still Hampers AWS Service as Recovery Drags On
Oct 20, 2025
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2 Min Read
byBloomberg News
IT Engineer Walking Through Data Center with Working Server Rack to Do Routine Maintenance
Uptime
Data Center Redundancy: A Guide to N-Levels and Tier Classifications
Data Center Redundancy: A Guide to N-Levels and Tier Classifications
Oct 2, 2025
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4 Min Read
byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
Outages
Microsoft Says Azure Service Operational After Red Sea Cables Cut
Microsoft Says Azure Service Operational After Red Sea Cables Cut
Sep 8, 2025
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1 Min Read
bySusanne Barton, Bloomberg News
Physical Security
Why Data Centers Are Turning to Aspirating Smoke Detection for Early Fire Warnings
Why Data Centers Are Turning to Aspirating Smoke Detection for Early Fire Warnings
Aug 25, 2025
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4 Min Read
byMartin Schulte-Frankenfeld, Industry Perspectives
Outages
The Cascading Outage: How to Protect Your Business Amid IT Consolidation
The Cascading Outage: How to Protect Your Business Amid IT Consolidation
Aug 21, 2025
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5 Min Read
byMike Meyer, Industry Perspectives
Data center outage illustration
Outages
Data Center Outages Decline for Fourth Straight Year, But Issues Persist
Data Center Outages Decline for Fourth Straight Year, But Issues Persist
May 19, 2025
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3 Min Read
bySean Michael Kerner, Contributor
Energy & Power Supply
Extreme Heat Risks Summer Power Shortages, Warns Largest US Grid
Extreme Heat Risks Summer Power Shortages, Warns Largest US Grid
May 12, 2025
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1 Min Read
byNaureen S. Malik, Reporter
Behind the scenes, modern data center teams work tirelessly to keep systems running smoothly, ensuring seamless digital experiences around the clock.
Uptime
24/7 Guardians: A Day in the Life of a Modern Data Center Team
24/7 Guardians: A Day in the Life of a Modern Data Center Team
Jan 10, 2025
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5 Min Read
byPraveen Jain, Industry Perspectives
Data Center News Roundup
Data Center Construction
Data Center News Roundup: Foxconn’s Rise and India’s $100B Investment
Data Center News Roundup: Foxconn’s Rise and India’s $100B Investment
Dec 20, 2024
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3 Min Read
byJames Walker, Senior Editor
road sign warning "Disruptions Just Ahead"
Outages
IT Leaders Brace for Major Outages in 2025, PagerDuty Study Reveals
IT Leaders Brace for Major Outages in 2025, PagerDuty Study Reveals
Dec 17, 2024
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3 Min Read
bySean Michael Kerner, Contributor
Trends shaping cloud data centers in 2024 included outages, AI convergence, and sustainability initiatives
Cloud
Top 10 Cloud Data Center Stories of 2024
Top 10 Cloud Data Center Stories of 2024
Dec 17, 2024
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6 Min Read
byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
Blue Data Recovery Screen Showing 25% Recovered
Outages
Business Recovery: The Forgotten IT Metric
Business Recovery: The Forgotten IT Metric
Dec 10, 2024
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5 Min Read
byStefan Voss, Industry Perspectives
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Outages
Equinix Outages Through the Years: Key Incidents and Lessons Learned
Equinix Outages Through the Years: Key Incidents and Lessons Learned
Nov 29, 2024
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4 Min Read
byData Center Knowledge
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Cables
Finland Says Subsea Germany Link Serving Data Centers Is Cut
Finland Says Subsea Germany Link Serving Data Centers Is Cut
Nov 18, 2024
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2 Min Read
byBloomberg News
Lewek Connector, one of the world’s largest and subsea cable installation vessels
Cables
Fragile Connections: Why Subsea Cables are the Weak Link in Global Infrastructure
Fragile Connections: Why Subsea Cables are the Weak Link in Global Infrastructure
Oct 29, 2024
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7 Min Read
byGraeme Burton, Contributor
How to Prevent Data Center Fires: Lessons from the Biggest Incidents
Outages
How to Prevent Data Center Fires: Lessons from the Biggest Incidents
How to Prevent Data Center Fires: Lessons from the Biggest Incidents
Oct 8, 2024
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8 Min Read
byAlyse Burnside, Contributor
A Google data center in Eemshaven, Netherlands
Outages
A History of Google Cloud and Data Center Outages
A History of Google Cloud and Data Center Outages
Sep 9, 2024
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7 Min Read
byData Center Knowledge
Lightning strikes near a data center
Physical Security
Why Data Center Lightning Protection Requires More Than Just Lightning Rods
Why Data Center Lightning Protection Requires More Than Just Lightning Rods
Aug 23, 2024
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4 Min Read
byIndustry Perspectives
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Uptime
The Biggest Threats to Data Center Uptime – and How to Overcome Them
The Biggest Threats to Data Center Uptime – and How to Overcome Them
Aug 14, 2024
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3 Min Read
byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
A diesel-powered backup data center generator helping to ensure uptime.
Energy & Power Supply
Data Center Generator Market Projected to Surpass $2.1B by 2032
Data Center Generator Market Projected to Surpass $2.1B by 2032
Aug 13, 2024
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6 Min Read
byIndustry Perspectives
Protecting Data Center Networks Against Subsea Cable Disasters
Cables
Protecting Data Center Networks Against Subsea Cable Disasters
Protecting Data Center Networks Against Subsea Cable Disasters
Aug 7, 2024
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4 Min Read
byChristopher Tozzi, Technology Analyst
Data center disaster recovery illustration
Uptime
Data Center Disaster Recovery: Essential Measures for Business Continuity
Data Center Disaster Recovery: Essential Measures for Business Continuity
Jul 29, 2024
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8 Min Read
byAlyse Burnside, Contributor
Data center news roundup
Build & Design
Data Center News Roundup: H2 Reports Released, Heat Waves Add to Industry Woes
Data Center News Roundup: H2 Reports Released, Heat Waves Add to Industry Woes
Jul 26, 2024
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4 Min Read
byJames Walker, Senior Editor

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Energy & Power Supply
Texas Gets Tough on Data Center Power – Who’s Next?
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