Russian oligarch's financial network crashed thanks to a crank and a cleaner
A Russian oligarch's financial network experienced a significant outage due to a mishap involving a chandelier's cleaning mechanism. A technician discovered that Ethernet cables had been tangled and shredded by the clockwork mechanism used to lower the chandelier. The incident raised questions about responsibility for the damage, highlighting the challenges of maintaining complex systems in high-stakes environments.
- ▪The financial network belonged to a wealthy Russian oligarch.
- ▪A chandelier's cleaning mechanism caused a major network outage.
- ▪Ethernet cables were found tangled and damaged inside the mechanism.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 08:32:00 +0200 |
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