The cable will traverse the depths of three oceans, reaching up to 7000 meters below the surface, reports correspondent Kazpravda.kz citing Naked-Science.
It will connect the USA, Brazil, South Africa, India, and Australia. The project is expected to be completed by the end of this decade, with an estimated cost of 10 billion dollars.
The necessity for laying the internet cable is attributed to the rapid development of artificial intelligence and the increasing competition among tech companies in this field.
The Waterworth project will utilize a system consisting of 24 pairs of fibers, which, according to Meta, will be particularly beneficial for AI projects that require large data volumes. In comparison, many smaller underwater cables typically have between 8 to 16 pairs of fibers.
“As artificial intelligence continues to transform industries and societies worldwide, it is clear that the potential, resilience, and global reach are more crucial than ever to support advanced infrastructure,” stated Meta network leaders Nagarajan and Aime.