Netflix faces lawsuit over streaming issues during Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight

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Netflix is facing a class-action lawsuit after technical issues during its live boxing event featuring Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. The event attracted over 108 million viewers, but many experienced streaming crashes, leading to complaints and the lawsuit filed in Florida. The lawsuit claims breach of contract, as viewers were unable to access the event. Netflix acknowledged the challenges, stating that the event peaked at 65 million concurrent viewers in the U.S. and caused significant traffic disruptions. The hashtag #NetflixCrash trended on social media, with over one million users reporting issues. Netflix is preparing for future live events, including two NFL games on Christmas Day, amid concerns about its streaming capabilities.


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