Recent sabotage on underwater cables, attributed to a Russian 'shadow fleet', has exposed significant vulnerabilities in global telecommunications. These cables are responsible for transporting about 95% of international data traffic but lack adequate protective measures. While satellite connections offer some alternatives, they are slower and less reliable. Current investments in satellite technologies aim to create more secure channels. Despite the extensive network of 1.4 million kilometers of underwater cables worldwide, no comprehensive atlas exists to show their exact locations, complicating efforts to safeguard them against attacks.
The spate of recent sabotage attacks on underwater cables by a purported Russian 'shadow fleet' highlights the vulnerability of global telecommunications infrastructure to deliberate destruction.
Submarine cables are essential for global communication, yet their protection against sabotage is inadequate, raising concerns about the safety and reliability of internet connectivity.
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