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CloudTechnology

Major AWS Service Disruption Impacts Global Digital Platforms and Services

A significant Amazon Web Services outage has disrupted dozens of major websites and applications worldwide. Users reported widespread access issues across multiple platforms including social media, banking services and educational tools throughout Monday morning.

Global Digital Services Hit by Widespread AWS Outage

A major internet outage has disrupted dozens of websites and applications globally, with users reporting widespread access problems following infrastructure issues at Amazon’s cloud computing service, according to reports from multiple sources. The disruption affected popular platforms including Snapchat, Roblox, Signal and Duolingo, as well as Amazon-owned operations including its main retail site and Ring doorbell services.

by Aaron Vale
AITechnology

Meta’s Aggressive AI Talent Acquisition Signals Intensifying Industry Competition

Meta Platforms has reportedly assembled an all-star team of AI researchers and engineers through aggressive recruitment from competitors. The hiring spree includes prominent figures from OpenAI, Apple, and several AI startups as the company aims to accelerate its artificial intelligence capabilities.

Meta’s Strategic Hiring Spree

Meta Platforms has reportedly been conducting an aggressive recruitment campaign targeting top artificial intelligence talent from across the industry, according to recent reports. Sources indicate the social media giant has hired approximately 50 AI researchers and engineers in recent months, despite briefly pausing recruitment activities in August. The hiring initiative appears designed to close the gap with AI leaders like OpenAI and Google while leveraging Meta’s substantial financial resources and massive user base.

by Aaron Vale