Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:34am on 18 Nov 2025,Tuesday Tech Today
Google will build a new subsea cable system and a data hub on Christmas Island to improve internet strength across the Indian Ocean. The project will link the island to the Maldives and Oman and add two more data hubs in the region. Local leaders said there is enough power for the new centre, though future demand may push a shift toward renewable energy. The island now relies on diesel power, mainly used by the phosphate mine that employs half the population. Australia is working with Google to ensure energy supply is not affected. The project is expected to boost the island’s economy. (PC: NDTV)
