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Verizon Communications Inc. reports developments across its telecommunications business, including wireless service performance, broadband connectivity, enterprise services and network technology. Company updates commonly address postpaid phone activity, customer economics, cash flow, guidance, investor conference appearances and capital markets actions involving outstanding Verizon and subsidiary notes.
News also covers Verizon's network resilience and public-safety capabilities, including Digital Twin damage modeling, satellite-enabled disaster connectivity, private 5G, fixed wireless access and broadcast solutions. Partnership and sponsorship updates describe how Verizon uses 5G, fiber and venue network design to support connected experiences for customers, businesses, broadcasters and large events.
Verizon (VZ) expanded its Verizon 6G Innovation Forum by adding nine new members, including AWS, Cisco, Intel, NVIDIA, MediaTek and Palo Alto Networks, to accelerate development of AI-native 6G architectures and use cases.
The enlarged forum, which already includes Ericsson, Samsung, Nokia, Meta and Qualcomm Technologies, aims to advance 6G through trials of new spectrum, bandwidths and applications aligned with global standards bodies such as 3GPP. Verizon highlighted recent real-world Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) trials, including an AI-powered crowd density detection demo with Samsung over 5G Advanced on a virtualized RAN, and a drone and vehicle tracking trial with Qualcomm using millimeter-wave spectrum while maintaining 5G Standalone service. Verizon also showcased a prototype AI Sports Companion powered by its edge network, Meta AI glasses, a local Small Language Model and NVIDIA DGX Spark to deliver hands-free, real-time sports insights. The company views the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as a proving ground on the path to commercial 6G deployment.
Verizon (VZ) launches promotions around Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro lineup, including $0‑trade‑in upgrades and loyalty benefits starting September 12, 2026.
Consumers can switch to Verizon and get iPhone 18 Pro now on the Simplicity Pro plan, with no activation or upgrade fees when enrolled in Verizon Loyalty, monthly Verizon Dollars rewards, and annual iPhone upgrades for $80 per month after Auto Pay and switcher discounts, plus taxes and fees. Additional offers include up to $1,200 off a new iPhone with eligible trade‑in on myPlan, free Apple Watch Series 12 and iPad via 36‑month bill credits with a new or brought‑your‑own iPhone line, and business deals of up to $1,200 off iPhone 18 Pro Max plus $360 savings for port‑ins. Preorders for iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5 open September 12 at 8am ET, with iPhone Duo preorders starting October 16.
Verizon (VZ) declared a quarterly dividend of 70.75 cents per share, unchanged from the prior quarter, on September 9, 2026.
The dividend will be paid on November 2, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on October 9, 2026. Verizon has about 4.2 billion common shares outstanding and paid approximately $11.5 billion in cash dividends in 2025. The company generated $138.2 billion in revenue in 2025.
Verizon (VZ) and Corning have signed a multi-year, multi-billion dollar supply agreement through 2032 for more than 80 million miles of high-density optical fiber and connectivity solutions starting in 2027.
The fiber will support Verizon’s single, converged architecture that targets 40–50 million broadband passings while linking cell towers, data centers, and neighborhoods on the same high-capacity backbone. The deal underpins Verizon’s AI Connect strategy by building long-haul fiber corridors to directly interconnect AI data centers and hyperscalers such as AWS. The agreement is structured to give Verizon supply certainty and enable Corning to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint.
Verizon (VZ) will waive domestic calling, texting and data charges for consumer and small business wireless customers on Kaua’i from now through September 14, 2026, as Major Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawai’i.
The waiver covers prepaid and postpaid customers, including value brands where service end dates are being extended. Verizon has prepared its Hawai’i network with fully refueled permanent generators, portable backup power, and satellite assets, and is coordinating with Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency, local utilities and public safety officials. The company also highlights satellite messaging options for compatible devices and provides digital preparedness tips for residents and businesses, while offering real-time network status tools and an online Emergency Resource Center.
Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) announced that CEO Dan Schulman will speak at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 9, 2026 at 11:50 a.m. ET, and CFO Tony Skiadas will speak at the Citi Global TMT Conference the same day at 8:10 a.m. ET. Both sessions will be webcast, with access details available on Verizon’s investor relations website. Verizon reported $138.2 billion in 2025 revenue.
Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) reports that its network along the Houston and Louisiana Gulf Coast is prepared for potential Tropical Storm Edouard. A significant portion of sites have fully refueled permanent generators with multiple days of backup power, while remaining locations have portable generators and other backup options staged for deployment. Verizon highlights satellite messaging for compatible devices as a resilience layer if terrestrial service is disrupted and notes its Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team is on standby to support public safety agencies at no cost. The company also shares digital preparedness tips for customers and points to its online tools for real-time network status and emergency resources.
Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) announced a week-long NFL takeover in its new Verizon Shine loyalty program within the My Verizon app, running from August 31 to September 4, 2026. Customers can access daily drops including free tickets to every domestic 2026 NFL regular-season game, NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube for the 2026 season with select plans, NFL Shop eGift cards, and partner merchandise offers.
The campaign features 22 custom VIP “flyaway” experiences with specific NFL teams, local ticket drops on September 2–3, and ongoing in-stadium perks such as expedited entry lanes, gameday discounts, and free charging stations. According to Verizon, the company generated $138.2 billion in revenue in 2025.
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) reported that Verizon Business was ranked #1 in customer satisfaction for both Large Enterprise and Medium Business segments in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Business Internet Satisfaction Study℠. The rankings are based on responses from 4,091 business internet customers surveyed from March through May 2026.
According to Verizon, the study showed a 12-point cross-industry decline in large-enterprise performance and reliability scores, while Verizon Business achieved top marks in Performance and Reliability for both segments. Verizon Business ranked #1 in five of seven factors for Large Enterprise and across all seven factors for Medium Business, supported by offerings such as 5G Business Internet, Fios Business Internet, Verizon AI Connect and Managed Network Services.
Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) is reinforcing its network in Hawaiʻi as a potential tropical storm approaches, following Hurricane Lala. Engineering teams are monitoring conditions 24/7, refueling permanent generators with multi‑day reserves, and staging portable generators, satellite assets and mobile network equipment to support areas with power loss or fiber disruptions.
The company highlights satellite messaging for compatible devices (such as iPhone 14 or newer with iOS 18+ and Google Pixel 9 or newer) to maintain critical communications if terrestrial services fail. According to Verizon, consumer, value and postpaid customers, including small businesses with 50 lines or less, receive waived domestic call, text and data charges or unlimited usage across Verizon’s value brands in Hawaiʻi through August 31. Verizon also provides storm-preparedness tips for residents and businesses, notes potential temporary Verizon‑Victra store closures, and directs customers to online tools for real‑time network status and emergency resources. Verizon reports 2025 revenue of $138.2 billion.