# A new arms race is unfolding on the ocean floor

https://mins.news/en/item/65186

- CNBC, 2026-09-19 05:00 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/19/underwater-war-sea-drones-defense-tech.html

> Countries and companies are investing in underwater technologies as concerns grow about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure on the ocean floor, driving a new arms race beneath the sea.