Cloudflare

On November 18, 2025, Cloudflare, a key internet infrastructure and cybersecurity firm, experienced a significant service outage, disrupting numerous websites globally. The disruption, traced to an oversized automatically generated configuration file, impacted platforms like Shopify, Indeed, and even Downdetector. While most services were restored within hours, the incident highlighted the reliance on intermediary services and the potential for cascading failures. The outage, which followed recent disruptions at AWS and Azure, underscores the vulnerability of concentrated internet infrastructure and raised questions about Cloudflare’s long-term stability, causing its stock to dip.

Cloudflare is enhancing its PowerUP Partner Program with new solution bundles aimed at simplifying security and application management for partners. These bundles offer a holistic security approach and address the growing need for consolidated solutions in complex digital environments. The revamp includes discounts for partners based on program level and solutions offered, focusing on reducing complexity, mitigating cyber risks, and controlling costs. Strategic partnerships with IBM, Kyndryl, and Rakuten Mobile are also highlighted.