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    US finds ‘unauthorised connections’ on America Movil undersea cable

    By Lydia LuoMay 15, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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    • The FCC resolves two investigations into the America Movil Submarine Cable System.
    • LATAM Telecommunications and Puerto Rico Telephone Company to pay $1 million civil penalty each.
    • Scrutiny of undersea cable connections, particularly those involving China, has increased in recent years.

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced on Tuesday the resolution of two investigations into the America Movil Submarine Cable System. This cable system serves as a vital link connecting the United States with Colombia and Costa Rica. The investigations revealed unauthorised connections made without the necessary regulatory approvals.

    Unapproved connections and civil penalties

    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) concludes two investigations concerning the America Movil Submarine Cable System linking the United States with Colombia and Costa Rica. The FCC revealed that the undersea cable connections were established without the necessary approval from the commission or the US government’s “Team Telecom,” resulting in a lack of required national security reviews.

    In response, LATAM Telecommunications and Puerto Rico Telephone Company have agreed to pay a civil penalty of $1 million each. This settlement follows their admission of the violations and their commitment to comply with FCC regulations moving forward.

    Also read: CMC Networks satellites respond to African subsea cable damage

    Security concerns and regulatory oversight

    The US government has been closely monitoring undersea cable connections, particularly those with potential ties to China. With approximately 300 undersea cables forming the backbone of the internet and carrying the majority of global data traffic, ensuring the security of these connections is paramount.

    FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel emphasised the importance of proper regulatory oversight in reviewing the installation of new cables to mitigate potential security risks. “Undersea cables keep us globally connected and are essential part of the digital economy. But they can pose real security risks if the FCC and its national security partners aren’t properly given the chance to review where new cables may be installed,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.

    Also read: Chile, Google to make 15,000 km cable connecting LatAm and Asia

    Delayed authorisation and increased penalties

    Construction of cable landing stations in Colombia and Costa Rica began in 2020 and 2022, respectively, without seeking FCC authorisation until 2023. Although Puerto Rico Telephone and LATAM were granted authorisation for the America Movil undersea cable system in 2013, the FCC had not approved these latest connections. Despite this, America Movil itself was not implicated in any wrongdoing.

    The FCC said the penalties were much larger than prior actions on undersea cables “reflecting the increased emphasis on data security issues in the national security sphere.”

    Movil US agency
    Lydia Luo

    Lydia Luo, an intern reporter at BTW media dedicated in IT infrastructure. She graduated from Shanghai University of International Business and Economics. Send tips to j.y.luo@btw.media.

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