Amazon's cloud service, AWS, experienced a significant outage affecting numerous popular websites and applications, including Snapchat and Reddit. While services have returned to normal, a backlog of messages is still being processed, highlighting the vulnerabilities in the reliance on a few major cloud providers.

A massive outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) on October 20, 2025, caused widespread disruptions to various internet services globally, affecting numerous businesses and users. The incident highlighted the reliance on cloud services and raised concerns over their stability and resilience. Users experienced significant interruptions, leading to discussions about the implications for digital infrastructure.