Andy Champagne

Guest Andy Champagne, SVP and CTO of Akamai Labs, shares his extensive tech background to explore the fascinating world of subsea cables. He delves into their critical role in global communication, tracing their evolution from the first transatlantic cable in 1858 to modern fiber optics. The conversation highlights the complexities of installation amid harsh ocean conditions and the advanced technologies that keep them operational. Champagne also discusses the geopolitical implications and security challenges tied to these submerged data highways.