Issue #140 of SubTel Forum Magazine spotlights key trends and challenges shaping the submarine telecoms industry in 2025. This edition features an exclusive interview with Kerry Merritt, offering insights into the upcoming Submarine Networks EMEA 2025. Highlights include discussions on geopolitical tensions affecting cable security, the role of AI and SMART technologies in safeguarding subsea cables, and the Middle East's rise as a global connectivity leader. Other articles forecast telecom innovations, review the top stories of 2024, and examine maritime security. With in-depth features on sustainable subsea infrastructure and advancements in AI-driven network requirements, this issue delivers a comprehensive look at the industry's evolving landscape
