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A Co-op shop in Malmesbury was reportedly taking cash only during the global Microsoft outage, the Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard says. That is a very local reminder that a cloud disruption can reach the checkout, not just the inbox.
Why it mattersThe report says a staff member attributed the change to the Microsoft issue, but also cites another person who thought the shop had lost Wi-Fi. The cause at this branch is therefore uncertain. If you’re visiting, check what payment methods the shop currently accepts before relying on your card.
Discuss: How much responsibility should businesses bear for keeping payments working when a technology provider goes down?
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