Searcher Upgrades Mobile App for Seismic Survey
combines real-time operational data with seismic survey intelligence, company information and industry analysis, supporting informed decision-making across the energy sector.Searcher Live is available free of charge for both iOS and Android devices and can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store
New Google Transatlantic Cable Connects Portugal with the US
Alphabet's Google has successfully connected a new transatlantic subsea cable to Sines in Portugal, it said on Tuesday, adding another U.S.-Europe data route as demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence services surges.Google's Nuvem, named after the Portuguese word for "cloud", links Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with Sines, south of Lisbon, via Bermuda and the Azores.The Nuvem cable system, which spans about 7,000 km (4,350 miles), comprises 16 fibre pairs with a total design capacity of around 384 terabits per second.Giorgia Abeltino, head of government
Bermuda Welcomes Google Subsea Cable Landing
The Government of Bermuda welcomed the landing of Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable systems in Bermuda, describing the milestone as an investment in the island’s digital infrastructure, economic resilience, and long-term competitiveness. The Nuvem and Sol cable systems will strengthen international connectivity, enhance network resilience, and support the growing demand for secure, reliable digital infrastructure worldwide. As Bermuda continues to strengthen its position in international business, insurance and reinsurance, fintech, digital assets, and other emerging sectors
Over 1000 Coral Reefs Mapped in Northern Australia
. The Marine and Coastal Hub project, led by AIMS, and run in partnership with the University of Queensland (UQ), unveiled the reefs which are typically hidden in sediment-rich waters.AIMS e-Atlas Project Manager Dr Eric Lawrey said he first got the idea about 12 years ago, when satellite imagery, such as Google Earth, became ubiquitous. The challenge was that, even on a clear day, it was very difficult to see these reefs as they were often located deep in turbid waters.“If you look at any one satellite image, the water just looks like turquoise paint and you can’t really see reefs,” he
In Memoriam: Captain Charles Robert MacVean, USN, (Ret.), PhD
1, 2025, in Point Loma, CA. Ellen picked the date. “Charlie took command of SEAWOLF on November 1, 1975 so his memorial will be on the exact 50th anniversary. I think he would like the date we have chosen to honor and remember him.”A memorial page for Charlie may be found at https://sites.google.com/view/charlesrmacvean/home. Your memories and photos of Charlie are welcome. In lieu of flowers, the family has provided links to two non-profits Charlie felt strongly about
Battery Power Management and Control
on by 5v (Vgs) logic levels, such as the IRL540 (Cost: $0.77). Amazon sells a sampler kit of logic level MOSFETs for $19. (Search term in Amazon “EEEEE 70 Pcs Logic Level MOSFET”.)A small electrical signal can turn on LED lights for imaging or a motor in a pump. Great devices to know about. Google “How to Choose a MOSFET” for many good links, including videos. A helpful component selection worksheet may be found at https://www.addohms.com/mosfet-guide/.A MOSFET schematic and 3-lead part in a TO-220 package. (Photo: Hong Kong Olukey Industry)SCRSCR stands for Silicon Controlled
Google to Build Subsea Cables for PNG
nation would be a danger to the peace and security of both.The Minister emphasized that the initiative represents a direct implementation of the Pukpuk Treaty, reflecting the shared commitment of Papua New Guinea and Australia to advance digital security, regional stability, and national development.Google, a global leader in subsea cable development, will play a central role in the rollout, as part of its broader Indo-Pacific cable deployment program.The Pukpuk Connectivity Initiative will:• Establish three international-grade subsea routes, reducing reliance on single points of failure&bull
Norway Halts Deep Sea Mining Plans
Parliament has called for a moratorium. The European Investment Bank has excluded seabed minerals from all financing, while the European Commission is calling for a ban until it can be proven that mining will not harm the marine environment. They are joined by more than 60 major companies, including Google, BMW and Storebrand, and nearly 1,000 marine scientists from 70 countries who also warn against opening the deep sea to mining
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Bezos Funds AI Nature Projects
a true impact.”The winning projects span five continents, from an AI-driven coral reef monitoring network in the Pacific to a weather forecasting model designed for African farmers.The awardees were chosen following a global innovation sprint supported by partners including Amazon Web Services, Google.org, Microsoft Research, Ai2, and Esri, who provided mentorship, tools, and computing resources to help move ideas from concept to impact.Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) was one of the 15 selected. The university’s project involves advancing its Deep Vision project to use AI to greatly accelerate
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