The Truth About the 2025 Internet Apocalypse
Yes, you can see the Northern Lights in places they were never seen before, but this also indicates that the Sun could destroy the internet forever.
The idea of an “internet apocalypse” in 2025 has sparked widespread concern, fueled by fears of a catastrophic solar storm. This concept isn’t without precedent; history, notably the Carrington Event of 1859, shows the disruptive power of solar activity.
As we approach a peak in the solar cycle, the potential impact on global internet infrastructure is a topic of significant debate.
The Carrington Event
In 1859, the Carrington Event marked a crucial moment in the study of solar activity’s impact on technology. Richard Carrington, an amateur astronomer, observed an unprecedented solar flare on September 1st. The resulting coronal mass ejection (CME) reached Earth in a mere 17.5 hours, unleashing a geomagnetic storm that caused widespread disruption.
Telegraph systems, the primary means of long-distance communication at the time, were particularly affected. Operators experienced electric shocks, telegraph pylons emitted sparks, and in some cases, systems continued to operate without power due to induced currents…
