OpenAI and Microsoft Outlook Services Hit by Widespread Outages

Thousands of users reported outages on Microsoft Outlook and OpenAI services. The disruptions occurred at an unspecified time, causing widespread frustration among those who rely on the platforms for communication and productivity.

OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, is reportedly preparing to confidentially file for an initial public offering (IPO) in the coming days or weeks. A public debut potentially targeted for September could make it one of the most highly anticipated tech IPOs in recent years.