Krispy Kreme Offering Free Doughnuts in Response to Global Technology Outage

Krispy Kreme , a popular doughnut chain , is responding to a global technology outage by offering customers a special treat . Customers will be able to enjoy a free Original Glazed doughnut from 5 - 7 p.m. local time on Friday , with no purchase necessary . The company made the announcement on Instagram , inviting people to come in and add some sweetness to their day.

The offer is only available at participating Krispy Kreme shops and is subject to product availability . Customers can redeem the free doughnut in - store or through the drive - thru , with a limit of one per guest . This promotion comes as a response to the global technology outage that affected various industries , including airlines , banks , healthcare , and public transit systems.

CrowdStrike , a cybersecurity firm used by many Fortune 500 companies , identified a defect in one of its recent content updates that impacted Microsoft 's Windows Operating System . The incident was not classified as a security breach or cyberattack . CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz stated that the issue has been addressed , and a fix has been deployed to resolve the problem . While Microsoft confirmed that the underlying cause has been fixed , some residual impacts may still affect certain Microsoft 365 apps and services.

The technology outage caused significant disruptions , leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights by major airlines in the U.S. Public transit systems also reported issues , with some internal systems going offline temporarily . The outages were not limited to the U.S. , as they also affected businesses and services in Europe and Asia . London 's Stock Exchange experienced disruptions , while major train delays occurred in the U.K. Medical facilities in Europe and the U.S. had to cancel services , and airports in Europe , Singapore , Hong Kong , and India faced challenges as well.

As the situation continues to unfold , companies are working to address the issues and minimize the impact on their operations . Customers are advised to stay informed and follow updates from relevant authorities and service providers . The aftermath of the global technology outage serves as a reminder of the interconnected nature of the digital world and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in safeguarding against unforeseen disruptions.