Meta, SoftBank, and Telekom Malaysia (TM) have announced plans to construct the Candle subsea cable, a crucial infrastructure project aimed at enhancing global connectivity. Stretching approximately 22,000 kilometers, this cable will connect Malaysia, the Philippines, and the United States. “Candle marks a significant investment in digital infrastructure,” stated SoftBank's CTO, Takashi Tanabe. The project emphasizes growing demand for high-speed internet and is expected to boost regional economic development.