Svitlana Hruts/ Getty Images
- A CrowdStrike software issue caused a global Microsoft IT outage, disrupting a number of industries.
- Experts warn the incident highlights the fragility of tech systems and AI's potential risks.
- Government regulation and investment in security is crucial to prevent risks, experts say.
The massive IT outage that rocked companies around the world highlights just how deeply intertwined society and the systems powering it are with Big Tech — and how a single misstep can trigger widespread chaos.