UPDATE: Crowdstrike security software blamed for global tech issues which has affected the NHS, Ryanair and Govia Thameslink
A popular anti-virus software called Crowdstrike is said to be responsible for a global outage which has caused issues with transport services in the UK and the NHS – initially thought to be connected to Microsoft due to an unrelated Azure issue in the early hours of the morning. The outage, which has followed CHAPS […]
Santander leads ban on offensive language after reports that abusers are using banking apps to send death threats
Reports have revealed that domestic abusers have been using the banking reference box to send threatening messages, leading to banks banning the use of profanity on their applications. The Telegraph has reported that Santander and a slew of other banks have now taken the decision to ban all swear words and abusive language when sending […]
Global Microsoft outage follows CHAPS issues
Major news outlets are reporting an outage with Microsoft is affecting banks, trains, airlines, media and major infrastructure. Microsoft itself has said it is taking action to mitigate service issues, which it says started early Friday morning. The outage, which is not though to be malicious, is being reported to be related to two interconnected issues […]
Lodders signs lease on new Birmingham office
Law firm Lodders has announced the signature of a lease on new state-of-the-art premises in Birmingham as it embarks on the next stage of its ambitious growth plans. Lodders is taking 6,500 sq ft of space at 1 Newhall Street in the heart of Birmingham’s business district and is expecting to make the move in […]
