Verizon Business launches 5G Innovation Sessions series in Atlanta

Rhea-AI Summary

Verizon and Ericsson will demonstrate innovative 5G technologies in sports and entertainment at State Farm Arena on July 27, 2022. The event aims to showcase practical applications of 5G Ultra Wideband and Mobile Edge Compute, featuring dynamic demos and success stories from industry leaders. Attendees, including executives from the Atlanta Hawks and Ericsson, will explore various 5G-driven solutions such as facial recognition and crowd analytics. This series promotes digital transformation for businesses, ensuring they harness the power of Verizon's network for future success.

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• Showcasing practical applications of 5G Ultra Wideband expected to attract business interest.
• Dynamic demos and customer success stories to enhance company reputation.
• Collaboration with Ericsson and notable industry executives positions Verizon as a leader in 5G technology.

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Verizon and Ericsson to demo the latest 5G innovations in Sports and Entertainment at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on July 27.

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business will showcase the real-world impact of 5G Ultra Wideband and Mobile Edge Compute on the sports and entertainment industry, and beyond, at the award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta on July 27. Executives from the Atlanta Hawks, Ericsson, Verizon Business and other innovative companies will present a host of game-changing scenarios, including an interactive cityscape, accelerated access to venues where customers can opt-in to use facial recognition, near real-time crowd analytics, autonomous shopping, 5G-accelerated Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) deployments, mission-critical communications, and more. Presentations will include a series of dynamic demos and customer success stories.

“The 5G Innovations Sessions are an invaluable opportunity for our customers to learn about the wide variety of practical applications of 5G Ultra Wideband and Mobile Edge Compute,” said Massimo Peselli, SVP of Global Enterprise for Verizon Business. “It’s hard to overstate the benefit of these face-to-face demonstrations. It’s one thing to understand the importance of digital transformation. It’s another to learn new, specific ways to streamline, secure and further connect your business. This series empowers our customers to fully leverage the power of Verizon’s network, thereby future-proofing their operations.”

The event will be held at State Farm Arena, located at 1 State Farm Drive in downtown Atlanta. This event series host/moderator will be Stephanie Humphrey, an author and Technology Contributor for ABC News and will feature notable executive speakers, including Brian Gorney, Head of Sports and Entertainment North America, Verizon Business, Mark Tina, Vice President of Business Sales, Eastern Region, Verizon Business, David Everingham, CTO and Head of Technology, Verizon Account, Ericsson North America, Kim Rometo, CIO & CTO, Atlanta Hawks, and Arvin Singh, Head of 5G and Edge Innovation at Verizon Business. A panel moderated by Stephanie will include Blaze Vincent, Technology & Business Development at Ericsson North America, Andrew Saltzman, EVP & CRO, Atlanta Hawks, Danny Johnson, Director of Product Marketing at Verizon Business and other high-profile executives.

To register for the State Farm Arena event, use this link.

Upcoming installments of the series will take place in Houston (August 24), Boston (September 28), Los Angeles (October 19), New York (November 9), and Phoenix (December 7). Forthcoming events will cover a range of themes, including Managed Venue, Fixed Wireless Access, Private 5G and Mobile Edge Compute.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services. Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $133.6 billion in 2021. The company offers data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.

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FAQ

What will Verizon demonstrate at the State Farm Arena event on July 27, 2022?

Verizon will showcase 5G Ultra Wideband and Mobile Edge Compute innovations, including facial recognition and crowd analytics.

Who are the key speakers at the Verizon 5G Innovations event?

The event features executives from Verizon, Ericsson, and the Atlanta Hawks, including Massimo Peselli and Kim Rometo.

How does Verizon's event support digital transformation for businesses?

The event provides insights into utilizing 5G technology to streamline operations and enhance customer engagement.

Where is the Verizon 5G Innovations event taking place?

The event is held at State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia.

What future events are planned after the Atlanta demonstration?

Future installments are scheduled in Houston, Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and Phoenix.