Subsea cables carry almost all international internet traffic, and they break often. The industry records roughly 150 to 200 faults a year, most caused by fishing gear and ship anchors in shallow water. Since 2023 a cluster of breaks near geopolitical flashpoints has drawn much closer attention. This log records the significant incidents in date order, with the suspected vessel, what investigators found and where each case stands. Last updated: 15 September 2026.

Something subtle but important is happening in the global AI landscape, and you could almost miss it if you only focus on the usual headlines about chips, models, and hyperscalers. At NVIDIA GTC 2026, Taiwan showed up not just as the world’s manufacturing backbone, but as an increasingly confident architect of full-stack AI systems. A delegation of 16 high-growth startups, organized through Startup Island TAIWAN’s Silicon Valley Hub with backing from the National Development Council, didn’t just exhibit—they embedded themselves into the ecosystem in a way that signals a shift in strategy.