Google cloud outage takes down banks

A widespread Google Cloud outage took down several major financial institutions, including HSBC, Revolut, Bank of Scotland, Lloyds, and Equifax, affecting thousands of users. The outage, which started on September 29, 2022, was caused by a problem with Google's Cloud Storage service. Google acknowledged the issue and reported that it had been resolved. The incident highlights the critical role that cloud services play in modern banking and the potential risks associated with relying on third-party infrastructure.