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Meta introduced its internet subsea cable Project Waterworth recently.
- It is the world’s longest undersea cable system Project that stretches over 50,000 km.
- Aim - To predict and mitigate potential disruptions, enhancing the resilience of subsea networks.
- The cable will reach depths of up to 7,000 meters in deep waters.
- Introduced by – Meta, American multinational technology conglomerate.
- Operational by – 2030.
- Connecting Regions - The initiative will bring industry-leading connectivity to the US, India, Brazil, South Africa, and other key regions.
- Features - It will facilitate greater economic cooperation, digital inclusion, and open opportunities for technological development.
- It leverages advanced machine learning models like AI.
- It provides internet connectivity, linking countries and enabling local telecom operators to provide services to customers.
- It will deploy advanced routing techniques and innovative cable burial strategies to protect against damage in high-risk zones, such as shallow coastal waters.
References
- Business Today | Project Waterworth
- The Indian Express | Project Waterworth
