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Verizon Communications was created on June 30, 2000 by Bell Atlantic Corp. and GTE Corp., in one of the largest mergers in U.S. business history. GTE and Bell Atlantic evolved and grew through decades of mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
Today, Verizon is a global communications technology company delivering the promise of the digital world to millions of customers every day.
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Use the category and year filters to see how Verizon evolved into a technology leader or view our corporate history (pdf).
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
Verizon settled its fifth green bond offering of $1 billion, with the net proceeds expected to be allocated entirely toward renewable energy investments to accelerate the transition to greener electrical grids across the U.S.
Verizon lands nine-year agreement which includes mobile devices and VA access to Verizon Frontline, the #1 network choice for first responders.
Through this collaboration the two companies will develop ways to utilize this technology to enhance patient care and provide caregivers with greater connectivity to elevate the patient and visitor experience.
Verizon redefines wireless freedom with the launch of MyPlan, the first plan in the U.S. that puts customers in charge.
Sowmyanarayan Sampath to lead Verizon Consumer Group, Kyle Malady to lead Verizon Business Group, Joe Russo named President of Global Networks and Technology and Tony Skiadas appointed CFO.
Company continuing to expand its 5G Ultra Wideband network, including in rural and suburban areas, making Verizon’s ultra-fast, reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service available to roughly two out of every three Americans.
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s education initiative supporting digital equity and inclusion, provides students nationwide with digital skills training now includes over 275 lesson plans, 20 AR/VR apps, and over 40 professional development courses.
Verizon engineers continue to drive the evolution of 5G Ultra Wideband technology achieving 1.26 Gbps in upload speed.
Verizon’s Managed Private Wireless solution includes full in-game support for on field coach-to-coach communications.
The company is in a position to meet its goal to source or generate renewable energy equivalent to 50 percent of its total annual electricity consumption by 2025.
Verizon is the most awarded for Network Quality, according to J.D. Power – 30 times in a row; more than any other wireless provider.
