Microsoft and CrowdStrike work diligently to fully resolve the fallout from a major global outage.

Microsoft faces scrutiny after scathing report from DHS. Google says they have the answer.

We made it through that mess! There's a little bit lingering but at least we're over the hump. It does, however, beg the question, what now?

It's your data. It's your responsibility. Microsoft’s own documentation recommends that customers M365/O365 seek third-party backup solutions and/or services for whenever possible. There is no actual backup in place for M365/O365 and no self-service option for recovery.