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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is in the Technology Industry
- Revenue
- Dec 31 2007
- $93.4B
- Profit
- Dec 31 2007
- $5.5B
- Market Cap
- Dec 02 2008
- $91.2B
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Verizon Maryland tries image repair at PSC hearing
Verizon Maryland Inc. told the Public Service Commission Wednesday that it has a solid maintenance record despite a spike in complaints this year that led the panel to open an inquiry of the company's phone service.
Federal court can hear Verizon suit against PSC
The federal courts have jurisdiction over a claim that Maryland regulators misapplied state law in interpreting a contract between Verizon Maryland Inc. and competing carriers over compensation for calls to Internet service providers, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has held.
Verizon sticks to its rate plan, despite orders by PSC
Verizon Telecommunications is sticking to its guns.
At your service; Telephone companies get the call to enforce quality.(Technology)(Michigan Public Service Commission issues quality-of-service rules)
Byline: Amy Lane The state has put new teeth in its service requirements for local-telephone companies, and it's not making the phone companies happy. AT&T Corp., SBC Ameritech Michigan and Verizon Communications Inc. are protesting parts o Byline: Amy Lane...
State close to more telecom competition
Maryland lawmakers yesterday struck a compromise with telephone giant Verizon on legislation aimed at easing the competitive path for small and large rivals in the local telephone industry. The measure -- which the House of Delegates was expected to pass after The Daily Record's deadline last night -- clarifies...
PSC Orders Verizon to Cut Prices it Charges Rivals to Use New York Network.
By Nancy Dillon, Daily News, New York Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News By Nancy Dillon, Daily News, New York Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
PSC to slash Verizon rates to aid rivals; Move this week could reinvigorate competition for local phone service.(Public Service Commission of New York)(Brief Article)
New York state regulators this week are expected to cut the price Verizon Communications Inc. charges its rivals for access to its local phone lines by as much as 50%. The move would inject new life into a market where competition had been flagging f New...
State gives Verizon no quarter as it weighs fines for bad service; Relapse could cost company as much as $59 million; is merger to blame?(Brief Article)
The New York state Public Service Commission is threatening Verizon Communications with $43 million in fines because of a 36% jump in service complaints from residential and business customers last year. Verizon is facing an additional $16 million in The New York state Public Service Commission...
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Verizon Launches Video Distribution Network For Entertaiment
To meet the dramatic increase in demand from consumers and content providers for online video services, Verizon intends to provide its broadband customers with a richer menu of choices delivered over a new content-delivery network now in operation. Verizon can now begin to offer movie studios, entertainment networks,...
Camas, Wash. Awards Video Franchise To Verizon
Residents of Camas, Wash., are a major step closer to having an innovative, reliable and competitive alternative for their television services, thanks to a unanimous vote by the City Council authorizing Verizon to offer its fiber-optic-powered FiOS TV. Camas is 18th community in the state to grant a...
Verizon Wireless Mobile Cell Sites Fuel Coverage At Raceway
Verizon Wireless' pit crew of network technicians have deployed two Cells on Wheels to Phoenix International Raceway PIR to ensure "pole position" wireless service during a rent race. Verizon Wireless deploys mobile cell sites to enhance its network following natural disasters, and for large community events like the...
Verizon Wireless Network Expands In Vernon, Vermont
In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Windham County, Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site. The new site increases wireless voice and data coverage and capacity along I-91, Brattleboro Road, Vernon Street, and Fort Bridgman Road in Vernon, Vermont and the...
Nfl Network/Verizon Kick Off Unique Football Experience
Verizon broadband and NFL Network are giving hard-core football fans access to the virtual broadcast booth, enabling them to customize their NFL viewing experience for eight highly anticipated games, and giving them access to a variety of other game-enhancing features as well. With NFL Network Game Extra, Verizon...
Verizon expands High Speed Internet service in Monroe, North Carolina
TELECOMWORLDWIRE-25 November 2008-Verizon expands High Speed Internet service in Monroe, North CarolinaC1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE:VZ), a provider of broadband and other wireline and wireless communications, announced on Monday (24 November) that the company has expanded its High Speed Internet service in Monroe, North...
Verizon announces completion of High-Speed 3G network in Indiana state
TELECOMWORLDWIRE-25 November 2008-Verizon announces completion of High-Speed 3G network in Indiana stateC1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com Verizon Wireless, a provider of wireless voice and data network and a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE:VOD) (LSE:VOD), announced on Monday (24 November) that it has completed enhancements...
Verizon expands network wireless in Sterling, Connecticut
TELECOMWORLDWIRE-25 November 2008-Verizon expands network wireless in Sterling, ConnecticutC1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com Verizon Wireless , a provider of wireless voice and data network and a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE:VOD) (LSE:VOD), announced on Monday (24 November) that it has activated a new cell...
Verizon and HTC announce availability of the HTC Touch Pro phone
TELECOMWORLDWIRE-25 November 2008-Verizon and HTC announce availability of the HTC Touch Pro phoneC1994-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com Verizon Wireless, a provider of wireless voice and data network, in a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ), Vodafone (NYSE:VOD)(LSE: VOD) and HTC Corporation, a mobile phone designer, announced on...
Qwest Brightens Holiday Season With More High-Speed Internet Values
* High-Speed Internet Starting at $14.99 a Month * Verizon Wireless Added to Qwest Bundle * Free Bluetooth Wireless Headset with Purchase DENVER -- Back by popular demand, Qwest Communications (NYSE:Q) is offering Qwest Connect[R] Silver High-Speed Internet service with connection speeds up to...
New Sprint Ads Tout Value, Network Superiority and Focus on the Overall Wireless Customer Experience
Families can save from $240 to $1,000 annually with Sprint wireless plans Sprint has America's largest, most dependable 3G network Ready Now revolutionizes customer service - one phone at a time One Click provides an industry-leading data experience OVERLAND PARK, Kan. --...
Crawford can't keep Warriors from getting blasted
WASHINGTON -- Jamal Crawford really thought this was his chance to change his reputation. He was salivating at the opportunity to prove he is as much a point guard as he is a hired gun. He spent hours studying the playbook Monday and has been examining his...
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- Incorporated: 1983
- CEO: Mr. Ivan G. Seidenberg
Verizon Communications is engaged in providing communications services. As of Dec 31 2007, Co. had two reportable segments: wireline and domestic wireless. Co.'s wireline business provides communications services, including voice, Internet access, broadband video and data, Internet Protocol (IP) network services, network access, long distance and other services to consumers, carriers, businesses and government customers both domestically and globally. Co.'s domestic wireless business, which operates as Verizon Wireless, provides wireless voice, data products and other services and equipment sales across the U.S.
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Verizon Communications Inc. Company Info
Board of Directors
Mr. Ivan G. Seidenberg
Chairman
Mr. Hugh B. Price
Dr. John W. Snow
Mr. John R. Stafford
Mr. Richard L. Carrión
Ms. M. Frances Keeth
Mr. Robert W. Lane
Dr. Sandra O. Moose Ph.D.
Mr. Joseph Neubauer
Mr. Donald T. Nicolaisen
Mr. Thomas H. O'Brien
Mr. Clarence Otis Jr.
Contact Information
1095 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY
212 395-2121

