Y2K-like software glitch takes down NYC communications system, proving vulnerability of modern society to programming mistakes

(Natural News) Multiple communications platforms throughout New York City reportedly went offline on April 6 due to a Y2K-like bug known as “GPS Rollover,” which took down traffic lights, meter readers, license plate readers and various other automated systems, the news is reporting. The software glitch affected what’s known as NYCWiN, an integrated control grid…

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