Mmastodon WorldEU Politics first seen 22 h ago, last 13 h ago, peak #3
Reports say Russian payment systems and internet services down
Original: If you want to see how Russia works without Yandex... enjoy! "WE ARE DONE FOR! PLANT POTATOES” Russian Payment Systems,
Reports circulating online claim that major Russian services, including payment systems, GPS functionality and internet platforms linked to Yandex, have suffered widespread outages, prompting alarm among Russians. One widely shared reaction declares 'we are done for, plant potatoes', a phrase suggesting people should prepare for economic self-sufficiency as digital infrastructure fails.
Why now: Widespread digital outages in Russia would be a striking sign of infrastructure fragility during the war, drawing global attention.
RussiaYandexRussian payment systems
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