TikTok Attributes US Troubles to Major Power Outage
TikTok has reported significant service disruptions in the U.S. due to a power outage affecting its operations. The issues began early Sunday morning and have since impacted many users across the country.
TikTok Acknowledges Power Outage
In a statement to El-Balad, TikTok USDS spokesperson Jamie Favazza confirmed the outage’s cause. The company is working diligently to restore its services following an incident at a U.S. data center that affects TikTok and other related applications.
User Impact
Many users reported difficulties uploading videos or accessing new content on TikTok as a result of this disruption. Some noticed their content feeds had seemingly been reset, although the exact reasons for this change remain unclear.
Data Center Management
- The new TikTok USDS is operated by Oracle and a consortium of investors aligned with the Trump administration.
- The partnership aims to enhance user data privacy and alleviate censorship concerns.
- User data will be managed through Oracle-owned data centers, where a revised algorithm will be implemented based on U.S. user interactions.
In their statement, TikTok USDS expressed commitment to stabilizing service. “We’re working with our data center partner to stabilize our service,” the statement read. The company apologized for the inconvenience and expressed hope for a swift resolution.
Potential Causes of the Outage
While the specific data center affected remains unnamed, speculation surrounds the weather. A significant snowstorm impacted a large part of the U.S. over the weekend, possibly contributing to the outage.
As TikTok navigates these operational challenges, the focus remains on restoring functionality and ensuring user data security.
