Russia lets companies use data centers abroad after attacks on Yandex

Russia will temporarily let companies use data centers outside its borders. The move follows a series of Ukrainian attacks that targeted facilities run by Yandex, one of the country's biggest tech companies, according to a Bloomberg report.

What changed

Until now, the story suggests, companies faced limits on using computing sites abroad. The new permission loosens that, but only for a time. Bloomberg describes it as temporary. The report does not say here how long it lasts.

Why data centers matter

A data center is a building full of computers. They store files and run apps and websites. When you open a photo, search online or use a work tool, a data center somewhere is doing the work. If one is damaged, the services that depend on it can slow down or stop.

Who it affects

Yandex is a major Russian tech company, so its facilities support many everyday services in Russia. Companies there may now have more room to move their systems to sites in other countries. Other details, such as which firms qualify, are not in the material available.

What is not known yet

• How long the permission will last
• Which companies can use it and under what conditions
• How much damage the attacks caused to Yandex facilities

What to take from it

The story is a plain reminder that the physical buildings behind apps and files can be hit. For any business, it is worth knowing where your data lives and keeping a backup somewhere else.