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) 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.
Verizon (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) plans to redeem in full its 4.329% Notes due 2028 (CUSIP 92343V ER1 / ISIN US92343VER15) with $1.25 billion principal outstanding on September 21, 2026. The redemption price will be the greater of 100% of principal or a Treasury Rate-based make-whole amount plus accrued interest, calculated per the note terms.
Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) outlined preparations for Tropical Storm Lala in Hawai’i, emphasizing continuity of communications for residents, businesses and public safety partners. A significant portion of its Hawai’i network uses fully refueled permanent generators with multi‑day backup power, supplemented by portable generators and deployable satellite assets.
According to Verizon, engineers are coordinating closely with HIEMA, local power companies and state public safety officials. The company also shared digital preparedness tips for residents and businesses, and directed customers to its Check Network Status tool, My Verizon app and Emergency Resource Center. Verizon reported $138.2 billion in 2025 revenue.
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) opened preorders for the Google Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 on August 12, 2026, with general availability on August 20. Devices include Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, 11 Pro Fold and Pixel Watch 5, all featuring Google’s Gemini AI capabilities.
According to Verizon, consumers can get a Pixel 11 Pro (256GB) on the Simplicity Plan for $45/month for 48 months with no trade-in, or choose Simplicity Pro for $80/month to get Pixel 11 Pro on promotional credits and annual upgrades. Additional offers include trade-in credits up to $1,100 for new lines and up to $900 for existing customers on eligible myPlan options, as well as bundle deals with Pixel Watch 5 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE and accessory discounts starting August 12.
Lockheed Martin, working with Verizon (NYSE: VZ), NVIDIA, Keysight Technologies, ODC and Astris AI, demonstrated the NetSense Airspace Awareness-as-a-Service system in the Miami area. The July trial used Verizon’s existing 5G spectrum, ODC’s AI-native RAN, NVIDIA’s AI Aerial platform and Keysight’s RF simulation to detect, track and maintain custody of unmanned aircraft systems in real time without changing cellular radio deployments.
NetSense combines Lockheed Martin warning and tracking systems with AI to analyze RF disturbances and send real-time alerts. According to Lockheed Martin, the subscription-based service targets critical infrastructure and public venues, with pilot deployments planned for late 2026–early 2027 and broader commercial availability in 2027.