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Verizon (VZ) has expanded its Verizon Frontline Network Slice, a dedicated 5G Ultra Wideband virtual network for first responders, to more than 50 major markets nationwide. The expansion adds 20+ new metropolitan areas including New York, Washington D.C., and Boston, making the service available wherever Verizon offers 5G Ultra Wideband coverage. The network slice provides first responders with dedicated network capacity, enhanced reliability, and tailored performance for critical applications. Key benefits include guaranteed network resource availability, optimized data traffic, and reduced risk of disruption during high congestion. Notably, eligible public safety agencies can access these enhanced features at the same cost as current 5G UW plans. This initiative builds on Verizon Frontline's three-decade partnership with public safety officials to meet their evolving communication needs.

Verizon (VZ) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.6775 per share, maintaining the same rate as the previous quarter. The dividend will be paid on August 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of July 10, 2025. With approximately 4.2 billion shares outstanding, Verizon distributed over $11.2 billion in cash dividends during 2024. CEO Hans Vestberg emphasized the company's position as a national leader in mobility and broadband, highlighting their ability to maintain dividend payments while investing in network infrastructure. The company reported revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024, serving a broad customer base including nearly all Fortune 500 companies.

Verizon Business has launched Edge Transportation Exchange, a revolutionary vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication platform that enables connected vehicles to interact with other vehicles, pedestrians, and infrastructure in near real-time. The platform leverages Verizon's 5G and LTE networks, mobile edge computing, and geolocation technology. Major customers including Volkswagen Group of America, Arizona Commerce Authority, Delaware Department of Transportation, and Rutgers University CAIT have already adopted the platform. The solution uses virtual architecture to reduce costly physical roadside units and offers capabilities like vulnerable road user awareness, weather alerts, and traffic signal information. The platform serves as an API-driven ecosystem for automakers, developers, and governments to innovate transportation solutions, with development managed through Verizon ThingSpace IoT platform.

Verizon achieved a record-breaking data milestone at the 2025 Indianapolis 500, handling 172 terabytes (TB) of data in a single day - the highest data usage of any U.S. event in 2025. The network saw a 74.6% increase in 5G Ultrawideband volume to 61 TB inside the track compared to last year, with 15 TB being uploaded data. Outside the track, users consumed over 111 TB of data. The total combined data volume grew 35% year-over-year, driven by the commercial activation of 5G Standalone at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The event surpassed data usage records of both the NFL draft and Super Bowl, demonstrating Verizon's network capability to handle massive-scale events.

Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) announced that Sowmyanarayan Sampath, executive vice president and CEO of Verizon Consumer, will present at the Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference on May 29, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. ET. The presentation will be available via webcast through Verizon's Investor Relations website.

The company, headquartered in New York City, reported revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024 and serves millions of customers worldwide, including nearly all Fortune 500 companies, focusing on mobility, network connectivity, and security services.

Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) has announced that Frank Boulben, senior vice president and chief revenue officer for the Consumer Group, will present at the Cowen Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on May 28, 2025, at 10:15 a.m. ET. The presentation will be available via webcast, with access details provided on Verizon's Investor Relations website.

The company, headquartered in New York City, reported revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024 and serves millions of customers worldwide, including nearly all Fortune 500 companies, focusing on mobility, network connectivity, and security services.

Verizon (NYSE: VZ) held its 2025 annual shareholder meeting virtually, announcing preliminary voting results. Shareholders elected all 10 directors for one-year terms and approved two management proposals: the compensation package for named executive officers and the ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor. Three shareholder proposals were defeated, including requests for reports on climate lobbying alignment and lead-sheathed cables, as well as an assessment of discrimination risks in advertising services.

The company, which generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024, will post final voting results on its investor website once tabulated and certified by independent election inspectors.

Verizon Business's 2025 State of Small Business Survey reveals significant technological adoption among SMBs. 47% of SMBs upgraded their cybersecurity solutions, while 38% are actively using AI across various business functions. The survey, conducted by Morning Consult with 600 U.S. SMBs, shows 76% of businesses agree that social media positively impacts their performance, with 58% now present on TikTok. AI adoption is expanding, with 28% using it for marketing and social media, 24% for written communications, and 25% for cybersecurity. Notably, 56% believe AI can help address employee management challenges. However, 54% struggle with maintaining fresh online content and keeping up with social media trends. The survey highlights SMBs' growing focus on digital transformation, with increased investment in technology solutions for security, operations, and customer engagement.

Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team provided crucial support to the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) during Mardi Gras 2025, deploying advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for enhanced surveillance and safety. The team conducted over 140 flights totaling 45+ hours in the air, marking the first large-scale UAS deployment during Mardi Gras.

The collaboration aimed to improve situational awareness for first responders during the festivities, which generate over $1 billion for New Orleans' economy. The UAS overwatch missions helped with threat assessment and real-time decision making, while reducing risk to personnel and increasing operational efficiency.