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Verizon Ventures leads €4 Million Series A financing round in PICadvanced

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Broadband, Video on demand, Bell System, Verizon Communications, Telecommunications, Information and communications technology

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Aug. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Ventures today announced it led a 4 million ($4.5 million) Series A financing round in PICadvanced (PICa), a developer of cost-effective optics and photonics solutions for telecom applications.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Aug. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Ventures today announced it led a 4 million ($4.5 million) Series A financing round in PICadvanced (PICa), a developer of cost-effective optics and photonics solutions for telecom applications.
  • Joining Verizon Ventures in the round is a 200M Co-investment Fund managed by PME Investimentos, which makes co-investments in high-growth Portuguese startups.
  • Were excited to work with the team at Verizon Ventures to solve for next-generation optical access - and learn from the experts on Verizons network team.
  • "PICa is pioneering disruptive network technologies, and Verizon Ventures is excited to invest in the potential of solution-oriented optics for telecommunications applications, said Samy Ben Aissa, managing director at Verizon Ventures.

AT&T to Webcast Talk with John Stephens at Oppenheimer Virtual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on August 11

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Networks, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Telecommunications, Telecommunications, AT&T, Bell System, Webcast, Mass media, Companies

AT&T Inc. * ( NYSE:T ) will webcast a presentation by John Stephens, AT&T Inc. senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, at the Oppenheimer Virtual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on Tuesday, August 11, 2020.

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  • AT&T Inc. * ( NYSE:T ) will webcast a presentation by John Stephens, AT&T Inc. senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, at the Oppenheimer Virtual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference on Tuesday, August 11, 2020.
  • The webcast will be available live and for replay at AT&T Investor Relations .
  • Viewers should start the webcast a few minutes before the planned start time in case the conference schedule changes.
  • AT&T Communications provides more than 100 million U.S. consumers with entertainment and communications experiences across TV, mobile and broadband.

Verizon enables distance learning for up to 150,000 South Carolina students

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Monday, August 3, 2020
Education, Bell System, Broadband, Verizon Communications, Video on demand, Distance education, Telecommunications, Educational technology, Articles

COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) has partnered with Verizon to enable distance learning, for up to 150,000 K-12 students through discounted Internet access for students who have no Internet connectivity at home.

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  • COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) has partnered with Verizon to enable distance learning, for up to 150,000 K-12 students through discounted Internet access for students who have no Internet connectivity at home.
  • The South Carolina ORS disbursement of CARES Act funding for this distance learning initiative, part of South Carolina Gov.
  • The Covid-19 pandemic has caused an immediate surge in distance learning and has drawn new focus to enabling reliable Internet access for all students.
  • Now up to 150,000 K-12 students across South Carolina will have access to the Internet through this program.

Enhancing Trust in Enterprise Communication at Enterprise Connect Virtual 2020

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Security, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Telemarketing, Bell System, Ericsson, Iconectiv, Piscataway, New Jersey, Instant messaging, Rich Communication Services, Chatbot, Robocall, Technology, Science and technology, Telecommunications

Businesses are exploring new ways to connect with their customers by adopting new communication platforms and emerging technologies all while addressing emerging complexities in existing channels.

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  • Businesses are exploring new ways to connect with their customers by adopting new communication platforms and emerging technologies all while addressing emerging complexities in existing channels.
  • Illegal robocalls and call spoofing, new federal regulations and industry guidelines and an ever-changing messaging ecosystem are creating several challenges that the enterprise must navigate.
  • iconectiv , the industrys trusted communication partner, will host an exhibit at Enterprise Connect Virtual 2020 (August 3-6) to address these issues and the enablement of all communication channels that are central to enterprise communications and collaborationfrom text to voiceto ensure each and every communication a business makes or receives is simple, seamless and secure.
  • During Enterprise Connect Virtual 2020, iconectiv will present the companys TruReach platform: TruReach Deliver Aerialink , TruReach Intel and TruReach Toll-Free 8MS , as well as other iconectiv solutions designed to simplify communication processes for businesses and enhance confidence and trust in communications across all channelstext, voice and chatbots/rich communication services (RCS).

Verizon Public Sector taps Jennifer Chronis to lead its Federal business

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Computing, Cloud computing, Digital technology, Bell System, Broadband, Verizon Communications, Video on demand, Amazon Web Services, Chronis, Amazon

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Public Sector today added to its ranks of dedicated and experienced leadership with the appointment of Jennifer Chronis to lead its Federal business starting in early August.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Public Sector today added to its ranks of dedicated and experienced leadership with the appointment of Jennifer Chronis to lead its Federal business starting in early August.
  • Chronis joins Verizon Public Sector from Amazon Web Services (AWS) where she has served for four years as its General Manager of the Department of Defense (DOD) with direct responsibility for all aspects of AWSs business with the DOD.
  • "I am honored to join the Verizon Public Sector team and support the missions of Verizons Federal civilian and defense agency clients, said Chronis.
  • Michael Maiorana, Verizons current Federal business lead, will leave the business at the end of 2020.

Georgia Department of Education and Verizon will enable distance learning for up to 12.5 million students across 10 states

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
Bell System, Broadband, Verizon Communications, Video on demand, Georgia Department of Education, Educational technology, Telecommunications, Articles, Technology

As the start of school quickly approaches, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) has partnered with Verizon to provide a fast-track to enable distance learning for students in 10 neighboring states.

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  • As the start of school quickly approaches, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) has partnered with Verizon to provide a fast-track to enable distance learning for students in 10 neighboring states.
  • This partnership allows us to come together with other states to leverage buying power and deliver connectivity solutions for our students.
  • Schools and school districts interested in learning more can visit the Verizon Distance Learning Information site or call 800-317-3841.
  • Led by State School Superintendent Richard Woods, the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is the state agency serving Georgias K-12 public school districts, schools, and students.

Bell doubling rural Internet download speeds with Wireless Home Internet, service expanding to rural Atlantic Canada

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
Broadband, Companies, Bell System, Telecommunications, Bell Canada, Internet access, BCE Inc., Wireless broadband

MONTRAL, July 23, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -Bell today announced its Wireless Home Internet (WHI) service for rural Canada will increase Internet download speeds to up to 50 Megabits per second and uploads to 10 Mbps (50/10) this fall while also expanding to rural communities throughout Atlantic Canada this fall.

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  • MONTRAL, July 23, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ -Bell today announced its Wireless Home Internet (WHI) service for rural Canada will increase Internet download speeds to up to 50 Megabits per second and uploads to 10 Mbps (50/10) this fall while also expanding to rural communities throughout Atlantic Canada this fall.
  • "Leading the way in delivering broadband Internet access to rural Canada is a core part of Bell's goal to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world, and we've made remarkable progress in narrowing the digital divide with Bell Wireless Home Internet.
  • We're pleased to take this unique technology further by doubling Internet download speeds available to rural communities while also beginning our rollout of WHI service throughout Atlantic Canada," said Mirko Bibic, President and CEO of BCE Inc. and Bell Canada.
  • Canada's largest communications company with more than 22 million consumer and business connections, Bell provides advanced broadband wireless, TV, Internet and business communication services throughout the country.

Verizon Communications to report earnings July 24, 2020

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
New York City, Broadband, Video on demand, Bell System, Verizon Communications, Telecommunications, VZ, NASDAQ, New York Stock Exchange

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) will report second quarter 2020 earnings on Friday, July 24.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) will report second quarter 2020 earnings on Friday, July 24.
  • The company will present results on a webcast beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • Access instructions and presentation materials, including Verizons earnings news release and financial tables, will be available at 7:30 a.m. on Verizons Investor Relations website, https://www.verizon.com/about/investors.
  • Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is celebrating its 20th year as one of the worlds leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services.

Verizon Connect Helped Allegiant Electric Increase Revenue by 581 Percent

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
Broadband, Video on demand, Telecommunications, Bell System, Verizon Communications, Allegiant Air, Companies, Information and communications technology

LAS VEGAS, July 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Nevada-based electrical company Allegiant Electric increased revenue by 581 percent since the implementation of the Verizon Connect Reveal mobile resource management software platform in early 2017.

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  • LAS VEGAS, July 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Nevada-based electrical company Allegiant Electric increased revenue by 581 percent since the implementation of the Verizon Connect Reveal mobile resource management software platform in early 2017.
  • Allegiant Electric provides full service electric contracting, solar installation, and maintenance and repair for residential customers and commercial and industrial businesses.
  • Allegiant Electric provides essential services, so delivering the software solutions they need to safely service their customer, drive revenue growth, and improve efficiency and productivity is essential, said Kevin Aries, head of global product success at Verizon Connect.
  • This is a great example of how Verizon Connect is helping organizations of all sizes drive positive business impact and safely service customers.

Verizon is the most awarded brand in the history of the J.D. Power Wireless Network Quality Study

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Thursday, July 16, 2020
Telecommunications, Broadband, Video on demand, Bell System, Verizon Communications, Companies, Wireless, Verizon Wireless, Vodafone, AT&T Mobility

Power 2020 U.S. Wireless Network Quality Study - Volume 2 , Verizon has been named the Most Awarded Wireless Company for Network Quality for the 25th consecutive time, making Verizon the most awarded brand for network quality in the history of the J.D.

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  • Power 2020 U.S. Wireless Network Quality Study - Volume 2 , Verizon has been named the Most Awarded Wireless Company for Network Quality for the 25th consecutive time, making Verizon the most awarded brand for network quality in the history of the J.D.
  • Power Wireless Network Quality Study.
  • Power findings for 25 consecutive study periods cover over 12 straight years (two volumes each year).
  • This year, Verizon ranks highest in Network Quality across 5 regions, in the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Southeast, Southwest and West Regions.