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Those tuning into Netflix to watch the highly-anticipated Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight have faced continuous interruptions. Viewers worldwide reported repeated outages during the live broadcast, leading to frustration. Given how hyped the event is, it’s no surprise that social media platforms are full of complaints as fans express their disappointment over Netflix going down and issues with buffering.
Netflix outages and buffering issues plague fans trying to tune in to Paul vs. Tyson event
Paul vs. Tyson is one of the most hyped TV events of the year, drawing in potentially tens of millions of viewers. However, as the crowd tuned in, many were met with buffering screens and error messages. The phrase “Netflix down” quickly started trending, highlighting the scale of the problem. Those affected might have tried restarting the app or checking their internet connection, only to find that the issue persisted.
Without any official acknowledgment from Netflix regarding the outages, users are left in the dark about the cause of the disruptions. However, many speculate that the massive influx of traffic is the culprit. The lack of communication has only added to the frustration. For an event of this magnitude, reliable streaming is crucial, and the repeated interruptions have left many questioning the platform’s ability to handle high-traffic broadcasts.
It’s possible these problems may lead to organizations looking to alternative streaming services for future events, especially those specializing in live sports and entertainment. The repeated Netflix outages during such a significant event could have long-term effects on user trust and platform loyalty. Users also note that the streamer has increased its price several times over the last few years, but they doubt that any of the extra money has gone toward increasing its technical performance.
Hopefully, Netflix will address these issues promptly and take steps to prevent similar problems in the future.