<ul><li>Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly planning a $10 billion subsea cable project.</li><li>The underwater cable network, known as the 'W,' will span over 40,000 kilometers and connect international data hubs.</li><li>Motivations behind the project include enhanced connectivity and control, increased capacity, strategic advantage, and bypassing bottlenecks.</li><li>Challenges and concerns include the high cost and time for construction, potential antitrust and net neutrality issues, and environmental impact.</li></ul>

Meta Plans $10 Billion Subsea Cable Project to Strengthen Global Data Control

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