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Federal Register · October 27, 2025
The title they went with Review of Submarine Cable Landing License Rules and Procedures To Assess Evolving National Security, Law Enforcement, Foreign Policy, and Trade Policy Risks Noisy translates that to

The US now requires annual reports on who owns and operates undersea internet cables

What happened
The US communications regulator tightened rules for companies that own and operate undersea internet cables. These companies must now report annually on their ownership and operations, and certify their cybersecurity plans.
Why it matters
Undersea cables carry almost all international internet traffic. For years, the US has worried about foreign governments tapping or sabotaging these cables. This change means the government will have a clearer picture of who controls these vital links and how they are secured.
The signal
Watch for the first annual reports to see which companies are named and whether any ownership structures raise new concerns.
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