The IRIS submarine cable is a high-speed fiber-optic cable that connects North America and Europe. It spans approximately 5,600 kilometers across the Atlantic Ocean and has a capacity of 72 terabits per second. It is owned by a consortium of telecommunications companies, including Aqua Comms, Bulk Infrastructure, and WIOCC. The cable was designed to provide reliable, low-latency connectivity for internet service providers, content providers, and other businesses that require fast and secure data transfer between North America and Europe. The IRIS submarine cable is considered one of the most advanced submarine cables in operation today and plays a critical role in supporting global commerce and communication.