http:// 2012-06-28T00:47:00Z 2012-06-28T00:47:00Z terremark-helps-netapp-deliver-enhanced-sales-support-with-enterprise-cloud-services

Terremark Helps NetApp Deliver Enhanced Sales Support with Enterprise Cloud Services SYDNEY, Australia – June 28, 2012 – Terremark, a Verizon Company, is helping NetApp (NASDAQ:NTAP), a provider of innovative storage and data management solutions, improve the speed, responsiveness and efficiency of pre- and post-sales support for its customers around the world. NetApp is leveraging Terremark Enterprise Cloud public and private cloud resources to develop and host a variety of tools to improve the effectiveness of System Engineering and Professional Service teams worldwide. NetApp selected Terremark’s Enterprise Cloud service to help enhance its business agility, and rapidly deliver new capabilities through a cost effective, automated infrastructure. “The reality of today’s competitive IT marketplace underscores the need to deploy agile IT infrastructure resources that take advantage of truly enterprise-class cloud architecture, provide the flexibility to grow and move application workloads, and keep data safe,” said Roger Anderson, vice president of system engineering, NetApp. “As a technology company with a long history of delivering IT solutions to meet enterprise requirements, we know first-hand the high standards of security and reliability architected in the cloud services Terremark delivers.” Terremark’s proven enterprise cloud computing solutions leverage technology from world-class infrastructure partners, including NetApp, to deliver superior agility and control for enterprise and government customers. The addition of the leading-edge CloudSwitch software allows customers to seamlessly extend their new and legacy infrastructure to create a compelling hybrid model for their IT systems. “NetApp has been one of the critical hardware vendors for our cloud and managed hosting services, and as a customer they will directly experience the many benefits our robust cloud offerings deliver to organisations around the world,” said Barry Field, Terremark’s senior vice president of global sales. “The close working relationship between our two companies and comprehensive service portfolio enabled Terremark to help NetApp quickly identify and tailor the right services to meet their business-critical needs” Terremark’s enterprise-class cloud computing services are recognised as industry leading, with the service-level agreement levels, security models, professional services, and world-class data centres that allow organisations to run their critical applications in the cloud with confidence. Terremark’s global cloud infrastructure and seamless integration of cloud, colocation and managed services provides the secure and agile computing resources that meet the needs of global enterprises from an extensive footprint of data centres. About Terremark Terremark, a Verizon Company, is a leader in transforming and securing enterprise-class IT on a global scale. A subsidiary of Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq:VZ), Terremark sets the standard for IT deployments with advanced infrastructure and managed service offerings that deliver the scale, security, and reliability necessary to meet the demanding requirements of enterprises and governments around the world. With a global network of data centers and a comprehensive portfolio of secure solutions, Terremark is helping enterprise and government executives realise the power and promise of the cloud today. For more information, visit www.terremark.com. ### Contact: Caroline La Rose Max Australia verizon@maxaustralia.com.au 02 9469 5740

2012-06-13T04:47:00Z verizon-to-deploy-the-industry-s-first-eight-terabit-platform-in-its-global-mpls-backbone-10

Verizon News Release, page 3 Verizon to Deploy the Industry’s First Eight Terabit Platform in Its Global MPLS Backbone Verizon to Deploy Juniper Networks PTX Series in U.S. and European Markets SYDNEY, Australia – 13 June 2012 -- Verizon plans to deploy the Juniper Networks PTX Series in major markets in the U.S. and Europe by the end of this year, giving the company the densest multiprotocol label switching platform available in the industry, with an initial capacity of eight terabits per second. The initiative is another step in Verizon’s network evolution to deliver higher speeds, improved latency, increased capacity and enhanced performance to its customers. This deployment provides an upgrade of the Verizon global IP backbone to 100G Ethernet, supporting customer access speeds of 10G and above and enabling growth for FiOS, wireless and cloud services.“In a world where customer needs and speeds are steadily increasing, Verizon will be able to improve the scalability and efficiency of its core MPLS network by employing the industry-leading switch density of the Juniper Networks PTX,” said Ihab Tarazi, vice president of global IP and transport planning and technology for Verizon. “The PTX provides significant packet processing power, system scale and reduced power consumption – all of which will help Verizon meet its future needs.” Built for high capacity, the Juniper Networks PTX Series provides up to 16 terabits per second of capacity in a single chassis as well as industry-leading density in 10G (gigabit), 40G and 100G Ethernet interfaces. Verizon will initially deploy the PTX5000, which delivers eight terabits per second of capacity, with plans to eventually move toward higher terabit capacity. "Verizon’s reputation as a pioneer in advanced communications and entertainment services was clearly demonstrated in 2010 when the company became the first service provider to commercially deploy 100G Ethernet,” said Stefan Dyckerhoff, executive vice president and general manager for Juniper Networks Platform Systems Division. “Today, Verizon makes another landmark decision by selecting the PTX Series, the industry’s first converged packet transport switch, to advance its network core and provide future-ready scalability while dramatically simplifying its infrastructure overhead. “The PTX Series will not only help enable Verizon to provide to its customers additional service options and a superior user experience, but it will also ultimately improve network performance and efficiency,” Dyckerhoff said. This next-generation technology will support private and public IP services, including Ethernet, while offering greater capacity, reduced power consumption per gigabit, increased cost efficiency and a technology roadmap to scale in the future. “Service providers face significant operational challenges as packet data traffic volume across global wireline and broadband wireless networks is forecast to increase seven-fold by 2015, driven by significant increases in Internet, IP data, video, over-the-top traffic, content distribution networks and mobile data traffic,” said Nav Chander, research manager, enterprise telecom at IDC. “Verizon’s decision to deploy a next-generation packet optimised core transport solution helps Verizon better prepare and manage this network growth for the diverse packet data applications across its global network infrastructure and portfolio of wireless and wireline services.” Verizon and Juniper Networks teamed to leverage proven MPLS technology and create a highly scalable, simplified network architecture capable of supporting powerful cloud, video and advanced applications worldwide. “Verizon’s market leadership is founded not only on the delivery of quality services and meeting customers’ needs but through collaboration with key industry players such as Juniper Networks,” said Tarazi. Verizon worked closely with Juniper Networks to advance the Junos Express chipset to achieve lowered power requirements, increased performance and reduced cost – all of which help meet the growth challenges of Verizon’s customer base. Verizon News Release, page 3 About VerizonVerizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with 93 million retail customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $111 billion in 2011 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 192,000. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. About Juniper NetworksJuniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR) is in the business of network innovation. From devices to data centers, from consumers to cloud providers, Juniper Networks delivers the software, silicon and systems that transform the experience and economics of networking. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net). #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Center on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

2012-05-17T05:57:00Z leading-analyst-firm-positions-verizon-in-the-leaders-quadrant-for-global-and-pan-european-network-service-providers-1

Leading Analyst Firm Positions Verizon in the Leaders Quadrant for Global and Pan-European Network Service Providers SYDNEY, Australia 17 May 2012 – Leading industry analyst firm Gartner Inc. has placed Verizon Enterprise Solutions in the Leaders quadrant in the firm’s two reports – “Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers” and “Magic Quadrant for Pan-European Network Service Providers.” Both reports evaluate providers that can deliver fixed corporate-networking services on a global and Pan-European basis. Offerings evaluated by Gartner include voice, data and managed network services including multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) and IPsec virtual private networks (VPNs), and Ethernet services and SIP trunking. This is in addition to value-added services such as security, unified communications and data centre services to enterprise customers across multiple geographies. Positioning in the Gartner Magic Quadrant is based on the ability to execute and completeness of vision. Farooq Muzaffar, Verizon’s vice president of product development and network integration, said: “We’ve continued to invest heavily to expand our high-IQ networks globally, including our 100 Gbps deployment on portions of our U.S. and European network and our recent network expansions in Africa, Middle East and Asia. Verizon’s networks, advanced technology platforms and industry-specific solutions are creating new business opportunities for our customers worldwide.” According to the Gartner reports: “Leaders have a full portfolio of voice and data products, coupled with above-average service and support, wide European/Global coverage and competitive pricing. They have a strong vision that includes adopting more information and communication technology (ICT) capabilities, which is a strategy they articulate clearly and openly." Verizon has also recently been positioned in the Leaders quadrant for Asia-Pacific Network Service Providers. About the Magic QuadrantGartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organisation and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with 93 million retail customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $111 billion in 2011 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 192,000. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. For more information please contact:Rachel York+61 2 9469 5741verizon@maxaustralia.com.au

2012-01-16T23:35:00Z leading-analyst-firm-positions-verizon-in-the-leaders-quadrant-for-asia-pacific-network-service-providers

Sydney, AUSTRALIA – January 17, 2012 - Industry analyst firm Gartner Inc. has placed Verizon in the Leaders quadrant in its new report, “Magic Quadrant for Asia/Pacific Network Service Providers.”1 The report evaluates network service providers offering international network services to multinational companies (MNCs) with regional networks in Asia-Pacific. Andrew Dobbins, Verizon’s Asia-Pacific vice president, said: “2011 was a strong year for Verizon in Asia-Pacific. We significantly strengthened our cloud proposition, and we continue to see strong adoption of our managed services and security solutions, backed by our professional service support. With our world-class global network as the essential platform for integrated industry solutions we are able to play an increasingly critical role in helping our customers transform how they do business." Positioning in the Gartner Magic Quadrant is based on a service provider’s completeness of vision and ability to execute, which includes several criteria such as customer experience, and sales execution/pricing. Gartner notes in the report that “the needs of MNCs have begun to change, and network service providers (NSPs) are making progress toward meeting these needs. Most have rolled out a portfolio of important managed services, including WAN management and optimisation, Internet Protocol (IP) telephony, video conferencing, unified communications, and security. Several have also rolled out cloud infrastructure as a service (IaaS) to further differentiate themselves.” Verizon has also recently been positioned in the Leaders Quadrant for US Telecommunications Service Providers 2 , Global Network Service Providers 3 and Pan-European Network Service Providers 4. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based "everything-as-a-service" delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Visit our website to learn more about solutions for businesses of all sizes. 1 Gartner, Inc., “Magic Quadrant for Asia/Pacific Network Service Providers” December 13, 2011, author To Chee-Eng, Bjarne Munch, Vincent Fu, Kenshi Tazaki. 2 Gartner, Inc. “Magic Quadrant for U.S. Telecommunications Service Providers,” December 5, 2011; Authors Robert F. Mason, Phillip Redman, Ted Chamberlin; ID Number: G00219751 3 Gartner, Inc. “Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers,” March 31, 2011; Authors Neil Rickard, Robert F. Mason; ID Number: G00210099 4 Gartner, Inc. “Magic Quadrant for Pan-European Network Service Providers” March 31, 2011, Authors: Neil Rickard, Katja Ruud; ID Number: G00210276 About the Magic QuadrantGartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organisation and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. About Verizon Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 107 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $106.6 billion in 2010 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 195,000. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. Media Contact: Almira Anthony Max Australia +61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2012-01-16T05:25:00Z verizon-maintains-network-leadership-with-advanced-wireline-and-wireless-technologies-and-expanded-infrastructure-capabilities

Sydney, AUSTRALIA - January 16, 2011 - Verizon maintained its network leadership position throughout 2011 by further deploying new wireline and wireless technologies, expanding capabilities in network infrastructure and advancing strategic network projects -- all supporting such high-performance services as the award-winning FiOS and Carrier Ethernet, plus industry-leading cloud solutions. These operational and technological accomplishments helped reinforce the company’s commitment to meeting customer demand by increasing the capacity, speed, resiliency and efficiency of Verizon’s global network, which stretches more than 670,000 route miles, including terrestrial and undersea cable, and spans six continents. “From local to global, Verizon’s continued investment in networks and leading-edge technology is driving unsurpassed reliability and a superior consumer experience” said Tony Melone, chief technology officer for Verizon. “In addition, our world-class networks are enhancing, and even changing, business models for industries that use these networks. “Our network strategy focuses on advancing technologies and expanding our network reach in a way that energises future innovations, as we have seen in areas such as 4G LTE, 100G optical and FiOS,” he said. 100G Technology Sets Verizon Apart Marking two industry firsts, Verizon deployed 100 Gbps (gigabits per second) technology on portions of its European and U.S. networks. The company has the first standards-based, multivendor 100 gigabit Ethernet link on its IP backbone on a portion of the company’s European long-haul network, increasing capacity and performance for multinational business and government customers. On its U.S. backbone network, Verizon deployed 100 Gbps technology on an ultra-long-haul optical system between New York and Chicago, helping deliver better efficiencies and scalability. This advanced technology also significantly reduces latency – the time it takes for data sent from its entry point in the network to reach its destination-- as well as provides greater capacity per fiber and helps control costs. What’s After 100G? In another industry first, Verizon and NEC Corporation of America jointly completed a field trial transmitting high bit-rate technologies, including 100 Gbps, 450 Gbps and 1T (1 terabit or 1,000 Gbps), coexisting on the same fiber. The trial, which measured the quality of the signal for all channels as well as the intensity of the optical signal, showed these “superchannels” are able to carry higher capacities while improving spectral efficiency without sacrificing distance. Unmatched Enterprise Cloud Services Verizon acquired Terremark, which offers an unmatched combination of global data centres, cloud solutions and IT consulting services. World-class IT services and cloud offerings-- including virtualisation, collocation, managed hosting, application management, storage and cloud computing services -- will help customers operate more nimbly and take advantage of better cost economies. The company also acquired CloudSwitch, an innovative provider of cloud software technology that helps customers simplify moving to the enterprise cloud as well as helps boost industry adoption. As a result of these acquisitions, Network World magazine ranked Verizon among the 10 most powerful cloud companies in the magazine’s year-end list. Leading the Way with Verizon Wireless 4G LTE As of December 2011, Verizon Wireless has deployed its 4G LTE network in more than 190 markets across the U.S., covering more than 200 million people. Verizon and SpectrumCo LLC -- a joint venture between Comcast, Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks -- entered into an agreement in which Verizon Wireless will acquire 122 Advanced Wireless Services spectrum licenses covering 259 million points of presence. The cable companies and Verizon Wireless also will become agents to sell one another’s products and, eventually, the cable companies will have the option of selling Verizon Wireless’ service on a wholesale basis. In addition, the cable companies and Verizon Wireless have formed an innovation technology joint venture for the development of technology to better integrate wireline and wireless products and services. This acquisition of spectrum is an important step toward meeting the consumer demand for additional mobile services. FiOS Experience is One of the Best Verizon conducted the first-of-its kind demonstration over its high-bandwidth FiOS network of a full-resolution high-definition 3D transmission via a premium TV service provider. Verizon and Panasonic -- a leader in Full HD 3D technology -- streamed Full HD 3D, currently the highest-possible resolution of 3D video, via Verizon’s 100 percent fiber-optic FiOS TV service. The Federal Communications Commission’s report on residential wireline broadband service, “Measuring Broadband America,” confirmed that Verizon FiOS Internet delivered 114 percent of its advertised upload and download speeds during peak periods, the highest of any Internet service provider tested. The report also cited the company’s impressive symmetrical FiOS Internet speeds, which exceeded promised speeds and provided upstream speeds averaging four to six times faster than those of the closest competitor -- an important advantage for today’s i ncreasingly interactive Internet. Leveraging the strength of the Verizon FiOS network, the company also announced several new entertainment experiences, including accessing FiOS TV on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system; Google Apps for Verizon; MY FiOS app; and expanded programming for ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and ESPN Buzzer Beater, MTV Networks, truTV HD and BET HD. These enhancements continue to break down old technology boundaries and free consumers to enjoy entertainment on their own terms. Undersea Cables Provide Much-Needed Capacity The submarine cable SEA-ME-WE4 was upgraded to 40 Gbps, enabling Verizon customers that do business in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East to take advantage of the additional capacity, improved performance and increased scalability. In addition, the $700 million Europe India Gateway cable, one of the most advanced submarine cable systems in the world, was activated, offering additional diversity and capacity to meet critical communications needs of multinational companies. International Expansion Benefits Global Customers Verizon announced a new network alliance with Dialog Axiata PLC, which made possible the expansion of Verizon’s Private IP network capabilities to Sri Lanka, a growing global commerce centre. The company also completed a fiber-optic network expansion project in Singapore, greatly increasing the company’s network coverage and doubling capacity for enterprise customers, many of which are expanding operations in the Asia-Pacific region. Moving to IPv6 With the depletion of IPv4 addresses, Verizon expanded its Internet Dedicated service in Asia-Pacific and Europe and Private IP services globally to carry traffic using the next-generation Internet Protocol, IPv6. As a result, Verizon enterprise customers can exchange IPv6 traffic in multiple formats across both the company’s global public Internet backbone and private IP network. This transition helps Verizon’s business and government agencies continue to experience uninterrupted Internet service. Verizon Network Provides Foundation for Award-Winning Solutions With its world-class network providing the principal foundation, Verizon received numerous industry awards and honors recognising the strength of its networking solutions. This year, Verizon was positioned in the Leaders quadrant by industry analyst firm Gartner in the report, “Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers.1” And for the third consecutive year, Verizon achieved the Metro Ethernet Forum’s highest honor of 2011 Global Service Provider of the Year for the company’s comprehensive, international Carrier Ethernet portfolio and ongoing service innovation. “As we look ahead, we’re confident we have the experience, the expertise and the strategic vision to ensure continued leadership in the business of networks and technology, whether it’s FiOS, cloud services, LTE or other advanced technologies,” said Melone. 1Gartner Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers by Neil Rickard, Robert F. Mason, March 31, 2011. The full report can be accessed at: http://www.gartner.com/technology/media-products/reprints/verizon_business/vol6/article1/article1.html Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. This Magic Quadrant graphic was published by Gartner, Inc. as part of a larger research note and should be evaluated in the context of the entire report. The Gartner report is available upon request from Verizon. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 107 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company with $106.6 billion in 2010 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 195,000. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact: Almira Anthony Max Australia +61 2 9469 5740 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-07-26T01:02:00Z verizon-to-bolster-lines-of-communication-for-australian-department-of-defense

If this media release has been found in your spam folder, please add max.information@maxaustralia.com.au to your safe list to ensure delivery of future emails. If this mail is coming to your work email address, please also ask your postmaster to whitelist the maxaustralia.com.au domain. Verizon to Bolster Lines of Communication for Australian Department of Defence CANBERRA, Australia - 26 July 2011 – A secure Internet environment is vital for any government organisation, especially those charged with protecting national interests. So when the Australian Department of Defence needed to upgrade its communications capabilities, it chose a secure, high-speed networking solution from Verizon. The Department of Defence is responsible for defending Australia and its national interests, and combines the Australian Army, Navy and Air Force with a public service function. Under a five-year agreement worth more than AU$50 million ($52 million), Verizon will provide the department with a fully managed, dual Internet gateway solution and professional services support to link the department’s 110,000 employees, other government agencies, industry partners and the general public. The Verizon solution offers the department a streamlined, optimised Internet environment, with enhanced visibility into usage and costs. The system has the flexibility to quickly accommodate new functionality and expansion, and meets best-practice criteria. In addition, to further reinforce system availability and security, each gateway will be housed in a separate, secure, geographically diverse Verizon data centre location. Chief Information Officer Greg Farr of the department’s Chief Information Officer Group said: “The Department of Defence manages one of the largest information and communications technology networks in Australia. It is our job to ensure that this network offers a dependable, secure and integrated information environment to support Defence military and business operations. It is imperative that we provide simple and secure access to information for our internal and external stakeholders.” Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 106 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries, including all of the Fortune 500. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of nearly 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Center on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases. For further information, please contact: Media Contact: Almira AnthonyMax Australia +61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-07-18T07:11:00Z verizon-tackles-growing-issue-of-stolen-credentials

Sydney, Australia - 18 July 2011 – Unauthorised access to corporate networks through stolen user names and passwords topped 45 percent in 2010, according to the “Verizon 2011 Data Breach Investigations Report,” making credentials the second most compromised data type. To help address this growing security threat, Verizon is enhancing its cloud-based Enterprise Identity Services to give businesses more ways to authenticate users to corporate networks while offering strong security protection. Verizon’s next generation of Enterprise Identity Services will now support popular devices such as smartphones and tablets -- including those running on the iOS operating system as well as Android and BlackBerry devices. This process will enable users to more easily gain access to corporate networks using a two-factor authentication – a process where a dynamic code is issued to the end user that is used along with a personal identification number (PIN). In addition, Verizon’s identity services will now enable digital signing capabilities for contracts, wills and other legally binding documents. Two-Factor Authentication Offers a High Level of Protection for Users Using readily available mobile devices for two-factor authentication significantly strengthens the security behind each user by incorporating additional intelligence such as phone number and location to validate a user’s identity. It also eases the implementation burden for consumers and enterprises, while offering multiple ways for users to authenticate to a network in the event their “token” is lost or stolen. Traditionally, enterprises have used a specially issued single token or key fob to gain network access, a process that requires extensive behind-the-scenes management and deployment of tokens for sometimes tens of thousands of workers, leading to a time-consuming and resource-intensive process. It also generally does not include a built-in backup plan for lost or stolen tokens. “With the release of our newest version of Enterprise Identity Services, we are changing the game for two-factor authentication,” said Peter Tippett, Verizon vice president of industry solutions and security practices. “Our expectation is that by strengthening authentication methods, we can significantly reduce enterprise security risk and improve the security of sensitive information while easing the burden on corporate IT departments.” Digital Signing Capabilities Enable Better Business Outcomes The new version of Enterprise Identity Services also brings digital signing capabilities to its users. Digital signatures are used in numerous industries, most commonly in the medical and legal fields. For instance, with this service, physicians can electronically prescribe controlled substances in accordance with Drug Enforcement Administration requirements. Other enterprise uses of digital signing include signing essential corporate documents, such as W-9 forms. In conjunction with the new digital signing capabilities, Verizon Enterprise Identity Services also offers enterprise customers a mobile application known as ID Message Center, which allows users to monitor and track their digital signature activity. Enhanced Identity Services Platform Based on Open Standards Verizon’s enhanced identity platform adheres to the OATH (Initiative for Open Authentication) standards, which calls for an open standards-based system that, like existing proprietary systems, requires users to provide two proofs of identity. By using an open standards-based system, enterprises can use a range of ID token devices without changing existing back-end security systems. Delivered via the cloud, Verizon Enterprise Identity Services are aimed at helping reduce the costs and complexity traditionally associated with identity rollouts. With this solution, users do not need to purchase additional hardware or software, and if users lose a device, they can easily add a secondary device to retrieve their dynamic code for authentication. Verizon through its Terremark subsidiary offers managed security services; governance, risk and compliance management solutions; data loss and prevention solutions; and identity management solutions, all delivered by the company’s more than 1,200 security professionals around the globe. More information is available by visiting Verizon Security Solutions. The company also provides ongoing security insight and analysis via the Verizon Security Blog. About Verizon Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Center on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases. For further information, please contact: Media Contact: Almira Anthony Max Australia+61 2 9954 3492almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-06-30T04:20:00Z verizon-to-bolster-epsilon-s-data-security-with-innovative-new-security-technologies

Verizon to Bolster Epsilon’s Data Security With Innovative New Security Technologies SYDNEY, Australia, 30 June 2011 – When leading marketing services firm Epsilon wanted to further bolster the security of its global email platform, it tapped Verizon for an innovative cloud-based security solution that will help it stay a step ahead of cybercriminals. Epsilon will be among the first enterprises to deploy a set of new Verizon security technologies, which provide a significant improvement over conventional methods of data-breach detection. The new capabilities will enable Epsilon to identify and mitigate so-called “electronic crimes in motion” in a way that has not been possible until now. (See Epsilon’s related announcement.) To accomplish this, Epsilon tapped into Verizon’s expertise and data to establish a baseline for normal network behavior. With that baseline in place, the company now is alerted by Verizon to incidents that are not normal, and receives near real-time notification of other indicators of behaviors of an attack. With Verizon’s assistance, Epsilon now can eliminate analysing thousands of lines of log data – an extremely time-consuming and tedious task, much like looking for a needle in a haystack. In order to offer this capability, Verizon is combining intelligence from its expansive global IP network, its database of breach statistics – one of the largest available anywhere -- and its frontline experiences with the world’s most sophisticated hackers to create a custom solution that resides within the Verizon cloud. “Our relationship with Verizon gives us access to some of the best security tools, technologies and expertise in the world to combat cybercrime,” said Bryan Kennedy, President and CEO of Epsilon. “Epsilon has already made significant progress in enhancing security measures and remains focused on creating a more secure environment using the most sophisticated resources available to protect our clients and their customers from cyberattacks. Unfortunately, these days, data breaches are a very real, ongoing threat and that’s why partnering with the best is so critical to us.” In addition to keeping Epsilon ahead of attacks, Verizon’s cloud-based solution, which is delivered through its Terremark subsidiary, enables Epsilon to avoid buying, maintaining and configuring hardware or software and reduces the impact on its network operations. As part of the work that Verizon completed for Epsilon, other stronger security measures also will be deployed, including highly restrictive access to its email platform as well as enhancing user security by implementing two-factor authentication. This authentication is a security process that requires two means of identification to gain system access, adding significant additional protections to traditional strong password requirements. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. ### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases. Media ContactRachel YorkMax Australia+61 2 9954 3492rachel.york@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-06-14T00:51:00Z verizon-expands-managed-mobility-portfolio-to-support-tablets-personal-devices-cloud-based-applications

Verizon Expands Managed Mobility Portfolio to Support Tablets, Personal Devices, Cloud-Based ApplicationsPowerful New Offerings Help Employees Work Almost Anywhere, Anytime on Virtually Any Device Sydney, AUSTRALIA – 14 June 2011 – To help companies meet the challenge of managing and securing their applications on an increasing variety of mobile devices used by employees, including their own devices, Verizon is expanding and enhancing its managed mobility portfolio. The new capabilities feature:• Management and security for both corporate and employee-owned iOS and Android OS (operating system)-based tablets.• A new enterprise application portal that resides on a device and allows mobile workers to obtain required business applications. • New anti-virus and firewall capabilities to protect intellectual assets in a mobile environment. These capabilities are available immediately in the U.S. and are scheduled to be introduced in Europe next month and in Asia-Pacific and Latin America later this year. “An explosion of mobile devices over the past few years has fundamentally changed the way we work and blurred the line between our personal and professional lives,” said Carrie Gray, enterprise mobility executive director with Verizon. “The desire of employees to choose their device has left CIOs and IT departments grappling with how to protect sensitive company data. Verizon is creating an environment for enterprises to unleash business applications, while controlling costs and securing company assets across their mobile carrier environment.” Management and Security for TabletsVerizon Managed Mobility customers can now add iOS and Android OS-based tablets to the mix of devices that can be deployed to their workforces. Verizon delivers management and security capabilities for the tablet devices through Afaria software from Sybase, an SAP company, providing enterprise-to-edge security and back-office application extension capabilities such as security policy enforcement, application delivery and control over device management profiles. Verizon also introduced a new on-device portal for managing enterprise applications that are required or recommended for specific user groups. By having the ability to mandate or authorise applications for various groups and individuals, companies can enable greater productivity while also maintaining command, control and security. Kitty Weldon, principal analyst at Current Analysis, said, “Verizon continues to enhance a leading portfolio of solutions that enterprise customers should seriously consider if they are struggling with managing a range of devices from smartphones to tablets. “The Verizon Managed Mobility portfolio leverages the strength of Verizon’s world-class IP and wireless networks but can be used with any carrier. The portfolio is designed to improve an enterprise’s mobility program in four key areas: mobile device management and security, inventory and expense management, mobile services enablement platform, and logistics. Enterprise Apps From the CloudSeparately, the company announced last month an expansion of its agreement with SAP to jointly market and sell key components of Verizon’s Managed Mobility portfolio (Mobile Device Management and Security and Mobile Services Enablement Platform). This will enable customers to easily access their on-premises and cloud-based SAP applications virtually anytime, anywhere via the Verizon business-class cloud. The updated agreement makes Verizon the first SAP partner to provide end-to-end enterprise cloud and mobility offerings. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-05-27T00:22:00Z verizon-completes-sas-70-type-ii-examinations-of-its-data-centres-around-the-globe

Verizon Completes SAS 70 Type II Examinations of Its Data Centres Around the Globe Sydney, AUSTRALIA, 27 May 2011 – Verizon has successfully completed the annual SAS 70 Type II examinations of its data centres around the globe, which support the company’s colocation, managed hosting and application management services. Many of these offerings underpin Verizon’s “everything-as-a-service,” or EaaS, cloud-based delivery model. SAS 70 is a widely recognised auditing standard performed by a certified public accounting firm. It is conducted in accordance with the standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. These reports included the examination of specific areas such as: organisational structure, governance and administration; physical access to facilities; logical access to systems; network services; and operational processes and environmental safeguards. The results of these examinations demonstrate that Verizon has the controls and processes in place to manage and monitor its data centres and infrastructure for enterprises around the globe. “Verizon provides advanced, business-class IT and hosting services to enterprise clients spanning the globe,” said Kerry Bailey, group president – enterprise cloud strategy and services, Verizon. “Given the nature of a SAS 70 Type II examination, we believe our successful completion further differentiates Verizon in the marketplace while providing tangible proof of our commitment to delivering unsurpassed value, performance and security.” SAS 70 Type II examinations were recently completed for the following Verizon data centres: • Verizon Colocation Premium Data Centres – Fifteen of Verizon’s premium Internet data centres in North America – including facilities in California, Georgia, New Jersey, Texas and Virginia – completed successful examinations for the sixth consecutive year. A facility in Irving, Texas, passed its examination for the third year. Also successfully examined were five premium data centres in four cities (Hong Kong, Melbourne, Singapore and Sydney); six centres in five cities (Amsterdam, Dublin, Frankfurt, London and Milan); and two in Canada.• Verizon Remote IP Application Management Centres – For the sixth consecutive year, remote operations centres in San Francisco and London, and data centres in the U.S. (California and Texas) successfully completed the annual examination. Remote operations centres in Germany and India were successfully examined for the second time.• Verizon Managed Hosting Centres – This marks the 10th consecutive year for successful examination of Verizon’s U.S.- and U.K.-based managed hosting centres, called Smart Centres. It also marks the third year for the company’s Smart Centres in Japan and Germany. In addition, last month Verizon announced that it had successfully completed the second annual SAS 70 Type II examination of its cloud computing data centres and Computing as a Service (CaaS) offering. Outsourcing IT responsibilities to Verizon enables enterprise clients to benefit from high availability and exceptional performance while controlling costs. All Verizon facilities are staffed with skilled engineers, advanced operations platform technology and standards-based processes to manage customers’ essential infrastructure and applications. Verizon’s portfolio of IT and hosting solutions provides customers with the ability to improve IT infrastructure and boost application performance in today’s complex and dynamic business environment. Visit the Verizon IT Solutions & Hosting website for more information. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-05-25T00:36:00Z verizon-to-participate-in-world-ipv6-day-on-june-8

Verizon to Participate in World IPv6 Day on June 8Event Will Enable Verizon Customers and Others to Test New Internet Addressing System and Learn About Its Future Benefits Sydney, AUSTRALIA, 25 May 2011 – Verizon will join the Internet Society and participate in World IPv6 Day on June 8. The event will give Verizon customers and industry leaders an opportunity to test the new Internet addressing system, IPv6, and learn about its future benefits. For 24 hours, network service providers, Internet service providers, content delivery networks, website owners, hardware and software manufacturers and others will enable IPv6 on their main services and test its readiness. This is the first global-scale production trial of IPv6. The industry is moving from the current Internet Protocol version 4, which has been in place since the 1980s, to Internet Protocol version 6 because the pool of IPv4 addresses is nearly depleted. The new IPv6 addressing system will expand the number of possible addresses from approximately 4 billion with IPv4 to roughly 340 trillion trillion trillion IPv6 addresses. Verizon -- Early Adopter of IPv6 Verizon is a pioneer in developing and delivering IPv6 capabilities to the market. In the mid-1990s, Verizon developed a high-speed network called vBNS (very high speed backbone network service) to support leading-edge IP applications and technologies. This network, which later evolved to vBNS+, was one of the first to carry native IPv6 traffic in 1998. “As a company with a deep, rich heritage in the Internet and an early adopter of IPv6, Verizon is committed to supporting all customers who are interested in learning about the new IPv6 protocol and the associated benefits,” said Jean McManus, executive director of Verizon’s Corporate Technology organisation. “Whether our customers are residential, small-to-large business or government agencies, most will face some kind of transition to IPv6 over the next several years, and we want to leverage our expertise to help them make the transition as smooth as possible. “Many Verizon Wireless customers are using IPv6 on the 4G LTE network, while our Verizon enterprise customers are seeking opportunities to begin testing their hardware and software using the new protocol. World IPv6 Day will give everyone an opportunity to participate in the testing and learn more about the benefits and capabilities of IPv6,” McManus said. Throughout the 24 hours of testing, Verizon will have technical teams assigned to identify and troubleshoot any IPv6 issues. The teams also will be checking with others in the industry to see if any trends are developing. In addition, ICSA Labs, an independent division of Verizon, will participate with Verizon in World IPv6 Day and focus on security issues. “With hundreds of companies and organisations from around the world participating, World IPv6 Day is an opportunity for the Internet industry to collaborate and test IPv6 readiness in a real production environment,” said Leslie Daigle, Internet Society chief Internet technology officer. “We expect the test flight to provide insight into actual current breadth of IPv6 deployment, any issues that need attention and to provide experience and understanding that will accelerate IPv6 deployment.” IPv6 -- Today and Tomorrow Moving to IPv6 will enable continued long-term growth for Verizon’s IP networks and provide an opportunity for innovative wireless and wireline IP and data services. The company also will be able to open new frontiers for future business growth. Verizon currently is deploying a technology called “dual-stack” -- which allows simultaneous support of IPv4 and IPv6 -- giving customers the option to access key IP networks and services using either the IPv4 or IPv6 protocol. This also will give business customers flexibility to begin a smooth transition to the new protocol while still conducting regular daily activities. The most recent service enabled with the IPv6 protocol is Verizon’s Internet Dedicated Services, which currently is available in the U.S., Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. The company also offers a suite of professional consulting services to help businesses and government agencies tailor a clear and seamless path for IPv6 adoption within their specific operations. Other Verizon products and services in both the consumer and enterprise business units will become IPv6-enabled over the next few years. (Listen to an audio podcast, featuring Chris Kimm, vice president, Verizon network field operations in Europe, Middle East and Asia-Pacific, to learn more about the business opportunities associated with IPv6.) Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com . #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-04-29T01:46:00Z verizon-completes-sas-70-type-ii-examination-of-cloud-computing-data-centres

Verizon Completes SAS 70 Type II Examination of Cloud Computing Data Centres Sydney, AUSTRALIA – 29 April 2011 – Verizon has successfully completed the annual SAS 70 Type II examination of its data centres, which support the company’s broad portfolio of cloud-based computing services and underpin its “everything-as-a-service” cloud-based information-technology delivery model. In addition, the company’s flagship cloud offering, Computing as a Service, also successfully completed the annual SAS 70 Type II examination. SAS 70 is a widely recognised auditing standard performed by a third-party accounting firm. It is conducted in compliance with the standards set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants for examining specific areas such as: organisational structure, governance and administration; access to facilities; logical access to systems; network services; and operational processes and environmental safeguards. The examination demonstrates that Verizon has the controls and processes in place to manage and monitor the company’s data centres and critical infrastructure for its enterprise clients around the globe. “Verizon understands that enterprises require a business-class cloud to truly harness the power of cloud computing,” said Kerry Bailey, Verizon group president, cloud strategy and services. “Our successful completion of industry-recognised examinations such as SAS 70 Type II are one more way in which we are demonstrating our ability to deliver on the promise of a true enterprise-class cloud – one that's architected to securely and reliably deliver critical business applications." This is the second consecutive year that Verizon’s cloud computing data centres and its Computing as a Service (CaaS) offering delivered from the company’s facilities in Maryland and Amsterdam, the Netherlands, have successfully completed an annual SAS 70 Type II examination. Outsourcing IT functions to Verizon enables enterprise clients to benefit from high availability and exceptional performance while controlling costs. All Verizon facilities are staffed with skilled engineers, advanced operations platform technology and standards-based processes to manage customers’ essential infrastructure and applications. Verizon is leading the industry toward an “everything-as-a-service” (EaaS) model where cloud-based converged solutions are securely delivered through managed and professional services over the company’s global IP network. The EaaS platform – with Verizon’s high-IQ global IP network and data centres as its foundation – will enable enterprises to do business better by getting what they need, when they need it, where they need it. Visit the Verizon IT Solutions & Hosting website for more information. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based "everything-as-a-service" delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-04-28T02:16:00Z verizon-positioned-as-a-leader-in-magic-quadrants-for-global-network-service-providers-and-pan-european-network-service-providers

Verizon Positioned as a Leader in Magic Quadrants for Global Network Service Providers and Pan-European Network Service Providers Sydney, Australia – 28 April 2011 – Gartner Inc. has positioned Verizon in the Leaders quadrant in two recently published reports: “Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers”1 and “Magic Quadrant for Pan-European Network Service Providers.”2 Offerings evaluated by Gartner included wide area network transport services, primarily managed, such as multiprotocol label switching (MPLS); Ethernet and Internet virtual private networks (VPNs); voice services such as SIP Trunking; and value-added services such as cloud (infrastructure-as-a-service), security, managed mobility, application-fluent networking, unified communications and data centre services. “Our world-class global IP network is the foundation for Verizon’s ‘everything-as-a-service’ strategy and the advanced solutions that enable better business outcomes for our customers worldwide,” said Farooq Muzaffar, vice president of enterprise network and communications solutions with Verizon. “As a result, multinational corporations and government agencies can count on Verizon to deliver advanced capabilities such as Managed Telepresence for better visual collaboration across the globe.” Positioning in the Gartner Magic Quadrant is based on the ability to execute and completeness of vision. Global Magic QuadrantGartner examined eleven service providers for its annual global study. According to Gartner, “Leaders have a full portfolio of voice and data products, coupled with above-average service and support, wide global coverage and competitive pricing. They have a strong vision that includes adopting more information and communication technology (ICT) capabilities, which is a strategy they articulate clearly and openly.” Pan-European Magic QuadrantGartner examined fifteen network service providers for its Pan-European study. According to Gartner, “Leaders have a full portfolio of voice and data services, including relatively new offerings in areas such as UC and Ethernet services. These services are delivered with good quality across a wide area of coverage at competitive prices by account teams that are typically closer to the customer. Leaders have a strong vision of the market and their role in it, and they will typically be able to address a wider range of customers (in terms of size, geography and service requirements) with their service offerings than others in this Magic Quadrant.” Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for enterprises and government agencies. Verizon delivers integrated IT and communications solutions via its high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-class solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. 1Gartner, Inc. “Magic Quadrant for Global Network Service Providers,” March 31, 2011, Authors: Neil Rickard, Robert F. Mason; ID Number: G00210099.2 Gartner, Inc. “Magic Quadrant for Pan-European Network Service Providers” March 31, 2011, Authors: Neil Rickard, Katja Ruud; ID Number: G00210276.About The Magic Quadrant The Magic Quadrant is copyrighted 2011 by Gartner, Inc. and is reused with permission. The Magic Quadrant is a graphical representation of a marketplace at and for a specific time period. It depicts Gartner’s analysis of how certain vendors measure against criteria for that marketplace, as defined by Gartner. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in the Magic Quadrant, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors placed in the “Leaders” quadrant. The Magic Quadrant is intended solely as a research tool, and is not meant to be a specific guide to action. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.About Verizon Communications Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by email, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-04-19T05:33:00Z verizon-2011-data-breach-investigations-report-breaches-increased-dramatically-while-data-loss-was-at-all-time-low

Verizon 2011 Data Breach Investigations Report: Breaches Increased Dramatically While Data Loss Was at All-Time Low Cyber Criminals Shifting to Smaller, More Opportunistic Attacks; External Attacks, Especially Hacking, on Rise Sydney, AUSTRALIA, 19 April 2011 – Data loss through cyber attacks decreased sharply in 2010, but the total number of breaches was higher than ever, according to the “2011 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report.” These findings continue to demonstrate that businesses and consumers must remain vigilant in implementing and maintaining security practices. The number of compromised records involved in data breaches investigated by Verizon and the U.S. Secret Service dropped from 144 million in 2009 to only 4 million in 2010, representing the lowest volume of data loss since the report’s launch in 2008. Yet this year’s report covers approximately 760 data breaches, the largest caseload to date. According to the report, the seeming contradiction between the low data loss and the high number of breaches likely stems from a significant decline in large-scale breaches, caused by a change in tactics by cybercriminals. They are engaging in small, opportunistic attacks rather than large-scale, difficult attacks and are using relatively unsophisticated methods to successfully penetrate organisations. For example, only 3 percent of breaches were considered unavoidable without extremely difficult or expensive corrective action. The report also found that outsiders are responsible for 92 percent of breaches, a significant increase from the 2010 findings. Although the percentage of insider attacks decreased significantly over the previous year (16 percent versus 49 percent), this is largely due to the huge increase in smaller external attacks. As a result, the total number of insider attacks actually remained relatively constant. Hacking (50 percent) and malware (49 percent) were the most prominent types of attack, with many of those attacks involving weak or stolen credentials and passwords. For the first time, physical attacks -- such as compromising ATMs --appeared as one of the three most common ways to steal information, and constituted 29 percent of all cases investigated. For the second year in a row, the U.S. Secret Service collaborated with Verizon in preparing the report. In addition, the National High Tech Crime Unit of the Netherlands Policy Agency (KLPD) joined the team this year, allowing Verizon to provide more insight into cases originating in Europe. Approximately one-third of Verizon’s cases originated in either Europe or the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting the global nature of data breaches. “Through our Data Breach Investigations Report series, Verizon continues to provide the industry with a first-hand look at cybercrime around the globe,” said Peter Tippett, Verizon’s vice president of security and industry solutions. “This year, we witnessed highly automated and prolific external attacks, low and slow attacks, intricate internal fraud rings, countrywide device-tampering schemes, cunning social engineering plots and more. And yet, at the end of day, we found once again that the vast majority of breaches can be avoided without extremely difficult, expensive security measures.” Tippett added: “It is important to remember that data breaches can happen to any business -- regardless of size or industry -- or consumer, at any place in the world. A good offense remains the best defense. It is imperative to implement essential security measures broadly throughout your security infrastructure, whether that is a small home setup or an expansive enterprise infrastructure.” U.S. Secret Service Assistant Director A.T. Smith said, “Americans over the past several years have seen the significant impacts data breaches are having on our nation’s financial infrastructure. Today cyber criminals are operating in nearly every civilized nation in the world, exposing Americans’ personal information, either stored or transmitted, to substantial risk.” Smith added, “By participating in the 2011 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, the Secret Service is working closely with our private sector partners to educate Americans about the threats of cyber criminals. With the help of our Electronic Crimes Task Force partners, such as Verizon, we are studying technologies and trends to prevent and mitigate attacks against critical financial infrastructure.”The Data Breach Investigation Report (DBIR) series now spans seven years and more than 1,700 breaches involving more than 900 million compromised records, making it the most comprehensive study of its kind. (NOTE: Additional resources supporting the 2011 Data Breach Investigations Report are available, including high resolution charts and an audio podcast. B-roll available upon request.) Key Findings of the 2011 Report Data from the 2011 report shows that: • Large-scale breaches dropped dramatically while small attacks increased. The report notes there are several possible reasons for this trend, including the fact that small to medium-sized businesses represent prime attack targets for many hackers, who favor highly automated, repeatable attacks against these more vulnerable targets, possibly because criminals are opting to play it safe in light of recent arrests and prosecutions of high-profile hackers.• Outsiders are responsible for most data breaches. Ninety-two percent of data breaches were caused by external sources. Contrary to the malicious-employee stereotype, insiders were responsible for only 16 percent of attacks. Partner-related attacks continued to decline, and business partners accounted for less than 1 percent of breaches.• Physical attacks are on the rise. After doubling as a percentage of all breaches in 2009, attacks involving physical actions doubled again in 2010, and included manipulating common credit-card devices such as ATMs, gas pumps and point-of-sale terminals. The data indicates that organised crime groups are responsible for most of these card-skimming schemes.• Hacking and malware is the most popular attack method. Malware was a factor in about half of the 2010 caseload and was responsible for almost 80 percent of lost data. The most common kinds of malware found in the caseload were those involving sending data to an external entity, opening backdoors, and keylogger functionalities.• Stolen passwords and credentials are out of control. Ineffective, weak or stolen credentials continue to wreak havoc on enterprise security. Failure to change default credentials remains an issue, particularly in the financial services, retail and hospitality industries. Recommendations for Enterprises The 2011 report found again that the prescription for data breaches is to use simple, essential security practices such as: • Focus on essential controls. Many enterprises make the mistake of pursuing exceptionally high security in certain areas while almost completely neglecting others. Businesses are much better protected if they implement essential controls across the entire organisation without exception.• Eliminate unnecessary data. If you do not need it, do not keep it. For data that must be kept, identify, monitor and securely store it. • Secure remote access services. Restrict these services to specific IP addresses and networks, minimising public access to them. Also, ensure that your enterprise is limiting access to sensitive information within the network. • Audit user accounts and monitor users with privileged identity. The best approach is to trust users but monitor them through pre-employment screening, limiting user privileges and using separation of duties. Managers should provide direction, as well as supervise employees to ensure they are following security policies and procedures. • Monitor and mine event logs. Focus on the obvious issues that logs pick up, not the minutia. Reducing the compromise-to-discovery timeframe from weeks and months to days can pay huge dividends. • Be aware of physical security assets. Pay close attention to payment card input devices, such as ATMs and gas pumps, for tampering and manipulation. A complete copy of the “2011 Data Breach Investigations Report” is available for download. About Verizon Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving 94.1 million customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 194,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au

2011-03-02T00:40:00Z verizon-is-double-winner-in-metro-ethernet-awards-competition

Verizon Is Double Winner in Metro Ethernet Awards Competition Sydney, AUSTRALIA – 2 March 2011 –Verizon has been named Global Service Provider of the Year by the MEF (Metro Ethernet Forum). Verizon was cited for innovation in developing and delivering carrier Ethernet services worldwide. The MEF also recognised Verizon for Best Marketing for its leadership in the development, marketing and delivery of carrier Ethernet services in the Asia-Pacific region. Andrew Dobbins, vice president, Verizon Business Asia-Pacific, said: “Our portfolio of Ethernet services continued to gain strong momentum in 2010, as businesses look to Ethernet solutions to support their expanding footprints across the world, including Asia, the U.S., Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and into other emerging markets. These awards are a validation of our capabilities in this segment, and testament to the strength of our Ethernet solutions portfolio.” The company in 2010 announced the addition of Global Managed Ethernet to its Managed Services portfolio, enabling customers to combine the power of multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) and Ethernet in a fully managed end-to-end global networking solution. MEF President Nan Chen said: “In 2010, we saw service providers make great strides in this growth segment of the telecommunications industry. Verizon, in particular, impressed the judges by differentiating its services from other service providers and with its expansive global Ethernet services coverage, including interconnects with other service providers.” The annual MEF awards are judged by a panel of selected global and regional industry experts. Judging in the Global Service Provider category was based on carrier Ethernet providers with the highest cumulative score for all categories plus an additional score for global Ethernet services coverage. Verizon is a global leader in driving better business outcomes for mid-sized and large enterprises and government agencies. Verizon combines integrated communications and IT solutions, professional services expertise with high-IQ global IP and mobility networks to enable businesses to securely access information, share content and communicate. Verizon is rapidly transforming to a cloud-based “everything-as-a-service” delivery model that will put the power of enterprise-grade solutions within the reach of every business. Find out more at www.verizonbusiness.com. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving 94.1 million customers nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world. A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 194,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion. For more information, visit www.verizon.com. #### VERIZON’S ONLINE NEWS CENTRE: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon’s News Centre on the World Wide Web at www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Centre and register for customised automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.Media Contact:Almira AnthonyMax Australia + 61 2 9954 3492 almira.anthony@maxaustralia.com.au