Meta plans to build a $10B subsea cable spanning the world, sources say

Meta plans $10B global subsea cable, exclusive ownership to boost internet capacity.

: Meta is investing over $10 billion in a 40,000+ kilometer subsea cable, a first for exclusive ownership. The route will span from the U.S. to India, avoiding geopolitical tension zones. This initiative reflects tech giants' shift towards owning infrastructure like subsea networks for control and reliability.

Meta is set to undertake a significant investment exceeding $10 billion in a new 40,000+ kilometer subsea cable, marking its first time as the sole owner and user of such infrastructure. The cable aims to bolster Meta's internet capacity, ensuring reliable service for its vast user base and positioning Meta alongside other tech giants prioritizing infrastructure control.

The planned cable will trace a route from the U.S. East Coast to India, passing through South Africa and then return from India to the U.S. West Coast via Australia. This strategic route avoids geopolitical hotspots, a decision driven by past incidents where subsea cables have been damaged due to conflicts.

Meta's infrastructure strategy, possibly eyeing expanded AI capabilities centered around India, coincides with the country’s potential as a data center hub. While AI implications of this project are speculative, India's growing market for Meta’s platforms makes it a logical focal point, offering substantial growth opportunities.

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