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When Football Rules: How Euro 2024 Matches Crashed Internet Traffic Across Europe
Internet traffic trends during the Euros show a significant drop, with countries like Germany and the Netherlands experiencing up to 12% decreases during matches. It’s clear: when football’s on, the internet takes a timeout.
Hot Take:
So, it turns out that when your favorite team is on the pitch, your Wi-Fi takes a nap. It’s like your router is too busy doing the wave to keep the internet flowing. Who knew that football could be a digital detox?
Key Points:
- Internet activity dropped by an average of 6% across competing countries during matches.
- Western Europe saw the most significant drops, with some countries experiencing up to 12% reduction.
- England and Scotland had more modest declines in internet traffic, around 8% and 6% respectively.
- Increased online engagement through streaming and social media during matches.
- Cybersecurity threats, including DDoS attacks, spiked during the tournament.
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