Meta plans to lay down a $10 billion subsea fiber optic cable

Meta plans to invest $10 billion in a massive undersea internet cable project called "W," spanning about 40,000 kilometers. This project aims to enhance Meta's network resilience and improve content delivery to users across its platforms. The cable's routing will prioritize network stability over latency, avoiding geopolitically sensitive areas. The initiative highlights the growing importance of Africa and India as key growth markets for digital platforms.