Billionaire and X owner Elon Musk launched a series of criticisms at cybersecurity provider CrowdStrike following a software update mishap that resulted in what is believed to be the largest IT outage ever. Musk's critiques included a pointed jab at the company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy.
A fix for the glitch caused by CrowdStrike’s faulty update was deployed, restoring most services at hospitals, banks, and other businesses using Microsoft products.
However, airlines worldwide continued to face recovery challenges on Saturday.
Musk's Reaction:
In response to a CrowdStrike post on X about Brightwork and its DEI efforts, which featured a smiling woman in the picture, Musk sarcastically commented, "Not very ‘bright’ right now, is it?"
CrowdStrike's IT Outage:
CrowdStrike's software update failure resulted in significant disruptions, believed to be the most extensive IT outage to date. Musk dug through old CrowdStrike posts on X after the crash, finding one from March 2022 that announced the company's participation in a panel discussion on DEI.
Musk's Actions:
Musk didn't stop at verbal criticism. He also announced on X, "We just deleted CrowdStrike from all our systems, so no rollouts at all."
Background and Broader Impact:
The Tesla CEO has been a vocal opponent of “woke” policies in California and nationwide for years. Musk's criticisms extend beyond just CrowdStrike. He has also publicly opposed policies he perceives as overly progressive or restrictive.
Further Comments:
Musk recently expressed his intention to relocate SpaceX and X to Texas following California Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of a law designed to keep parents uninformed about their children's gender identities. "This is the final straw," Musk tweeted on Tuesday.
Musk’s outspoken nature and actions continue to stir public and political discourse, highlighting his influence on both the tech industry and social policies.
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