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Globe Restores Internet Services After Subsea Cable Disruption

Globe Restores Internet Services After Subsea Cable Disruption

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ThreatCluster •October 4, 2026 at 22:01 UTC
  • •Globe Telecom has fully restored internet services after a subsea cable disruption.
  • •The disruption began on October 2, affecting mobile and broadband customers in the Philippines.
  • •Repairs to the damaged fiber are expected to take several weeks.

On October 4, 2026, Globe Telecom announced the full restoration of internet services affected by a subsea cable disruption between the Philippines and Singapore that began on October 2. The disruption caused slower internet speeds and intermittent connectivity for mobile and broadband customers. Globe, along with PLDT and Converge ICT Solutions, rerouted traffic through alternative cables to mitigate the impact. The company confirmed that the cable landing station in the Philippines reactivated the system, normalizing fiber connections. While services have resumed, repairs to the damaged fiber are expected to take several weeks. Globe continues to monitor network performance and work with international partners to identify the fault's specifics.

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2026-10-02
Subsea cable disruption reported
A fiber optic break between the Philippines and Singapore caused reduced international bandwidth and slower internet speeds.
Tribune.Ph
2026-10-04
Internet services fully restored
Globe announced the full restoration of internet services after reactivating the cable landing station in the Philippines.
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Common questions

What caused the internet disruption?
The disruption was caused by a break in a subsea fiber optic cable between the Philippines and Singapore.
How long did the disruption last?
The disruption began on October 2 and was fully resolved by October 4.
Are there any ongoing issues?
While services have been restored, repairs to the damaged fiber are expected to take several weeks.