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Meta Invests $10 Billion in Global Undersea Cable Project

6/4/2025

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Meta is pouring $10 billion into Project Watersworth, an ambitious undersea cable system stretching 50,000 kilometers across five continents. This groundbreaking initiative aims to streamline internet traffic, cut costs, and boost service reliability. By sidestepping geopolitical tensions, Meta is not only fortifying its operations but also gearing up to meet the surging demands of AI, standing tall against rivals like Google and Amazon.

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Meta is pouring $10 billion into Project Watersworth, an ambitious undersea cable system stretching 50,000 kilometers across five continents. This groundbreaking initiative aims to streamline internet traffic, cut costs, and boost service reliability. By sidestepping geopolitical tensions, Meta is not only fortifying its operations but also gearing up to meet the surging demands of AI, standing tall against rivals like Google and Amazon.