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How we got to
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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 enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
Verizon enters into an agreement with America Movil to acquire TracFone Wireless, Inc., the leading U.S. pre-paid and value mobile provider.
Verizon’s second green bond affirms its commitment to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Verizon remains the only U.S. telecommunications company to have completed a Green Bond.
The successful trials for voice, data and text messaging were conducted on the live production 5G network in South Korea with a prototype device using dual frequencies.
Bharti Airtel Ltd. (“Airtel”), India’s largest integrated telecom company, and Verizon announced a strategic alliance to bring secure, world-class video conferencing solutions to businesses in India.
This milestone paves the way for wide-scale mobile edge computing and network slicing, and will enable Verizon to rapidly respond to customers’ varied latency and computing needs.
The specifications will be a major step forward in enabling global interoperability for 5G and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC) deployment to deliver efficient and innovative services to end customers.
Verizon’s plan to drive economic, environmental and social progress by expanding digital access, protecting the climate, and preparing people for the jobs of the future
Verizon has been named the most awarded wireless company for network quality by J.D. Power 25 consecutive times
MCAS Miramar will act as a 5G “living lab,” facilitating collaboration between the Department of Defense and commercial partners.
TE Home Internet initial launch includes Savannah, GA; Springfield, MO and Tri Cities, TN/VA/KY
In response to the protests and events that unfolded in 2020, the Verizon Foundation committed $10 million to social justice organizations.
Verizon launched the world’s first 5G Ultra-Wideband laptop — the new Lenovo Flex 5G
Verizon committed to meeting the Paris Agreement 10 years early to become carbon neutral by 2035.
Verizon evolved the Lab environment into a virtual space to accelerate the collaboration needed to use 5G during the COVID-19 global pandemic.
The acquisition of this trusted enterprise-grade video conferencing and event platform, expands Verizon's immersive unified communications portfolio
Verizon works with customers impacted by COVID-19 to provide the best financial options.
Yahoo unveiled its first-ever unlimited phone plan to bring a new, personalized Yahoo experience to the market.
Verizon and Emory Healthcare have entered into a strategic partnership to develop and test 5G Ultra Wideband-enabled use cases that could transform the healthcare industry.
Allocating nearly $500M in first green bond report. In February 2019, Verizon became the first U.S. telecom company to issue a green bond.
Verizon CEO, Hans Vestberg, while at the 50th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting taking place in Davos, Switzerland, reaffirmed Verizon’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2035.
Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network will be accessible around the airports and in parts of Downtown, Miami’s Bayfront Park, and Hard Rock Stadium, the site of Super Bowl LIV.
