Google and Meta subsea cables in the Pacific among the most exposed to sabotage

Undersea cables laid across the Pacific and owned by US companies face mounting risks, Ars Technica reports. According to the publication, the threat comes from potential sabotage and from China's activity.

The report says China has been taking an interest in the region's subsea cable infrastructure. For the major technology companies, that means added risk.

According to the report, cables belonging to Google and Meta are among the most exposed. Both companies have been investing in their own undersea links in recent years.

Trans-Pacific cables carry a substantial share of data traffic between North America and Asia. Their protection is therefore a concern that extends beyond any single company.

The available material does not give details of specific incidents or risk assessments.

Source: Ars Technica