Josh Dzieza

Join Josh Dzieza, a Verge reporter who investigated the undersea cable industry, as he reveals the hidden world that keeps our internet connected. He discusses the laborious process of laying and maintaining these vital cables. Tom Warren and Joanna Nelius dive into the competitive future of Arm chips in laptops, with Microsoft aiming to surpass Apple’s performance. Meanwhile, Alex Cranz answers listener inquiries about the latest in e-readers, spotlighting new Kobo devices and offering tips on the best e-readers available now.

In this discussion, Josh Dzieza, a reporter from The Verge specializing in subsea cables, teams up with Gregor Vand, a tech security expert. They delve into the vital role of subsea cables, which transmit 95% of global internet data, and their vulnerability to geopolitical threats, particularly from major powers like Russia and China. The duo explores the challenges of cable repairs, the strategic decision-making in the industry, and the urgent need for security enhancements as tensions rise. They also touch on technological innovations shaping the future of these crucial infrastructures.