Social media platform X is facing a major outage, affecting thousands in the UK and US. Downdetector reports over 21,000 issues in the US and 10,800 in the UK. X has not yet responded, leaving users frustrated. The cause remains unclear, and service is still down.
Social media platform X has experienced a significant outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the service. According to outage tracking website Downdetector.com, more than 21,000 reports of disruptions were recorded in the United States, while over 10,800 incidents were reported in the United Kingdom.
The cause of the outage remains unclear, as X has yet to provide an official statement. Downdetector, which compiles data from multiple sources, noted that the actual number of affected users may be higher than reported. Many users took to other social media platforms to express their frustration and seek updates regarding the disruption.
The outage has sparked concerns among businesses and individuals who rely on X for communication and networking. While temporary service disruptions are not uncommon, the scale of this issue has raised questions about the platform’s reliability.
Users are advised to monitor official channels for updates on the situation. As of now, it is uncertain when full service will be restored. The incident highlights the growing dependence on digital platforms and the widespread impact of unexpected technical failures.
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