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A Canadian man pleaded guilty to a major cyberattack involving the theft of sensitive data from over 165 Snowflake customer environments, leading to extortion and significant financial losses for companies like AT&T and Santander. He and his co-conspirators stole billions of records and earned over $2.5 million in extortion payments.

AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile shares declined after SpaceX reported earnings, suggesting the company may develop wireless capabilities without significant network investments.

SpaceX plans to build a terrestrial mobile network to compete with T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon, aiming to attract their customers. The company's president, Gwynne Shotwell, confirmed the use of spectrum purchased from EchoStar to develop terrestrial infrastructure alongside satellite capacity.

SpaceX shares fell 8% after executives announced increased capital spending on AI infrastructure, despite a 92% revenue jump. Elon Musk accelerated his $1 trillion revenue target to 2030, while Gwynne Shotwell highlighted Starlink's competitive potential against major telecom providers. Investors are also wary of the upcoming IPO lock-up expiration, which could release 912 million shares.

SpaceX plans to expand Starlink Mobile into a full wireless carrier, aiming to compete with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. The company will launch next-gen satellites in 2027 and use 65 megahertz of spectrum acquired from EchoStar to provide improved service. SpaceX also intends to build a terrestrial network using smaller base stations to enhance connectivity.

Paramount Skydance delayed its Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition to June 2027 amid a legal challenge from 12 state attorneys general. The delay risks worsening challenges like financing costs and shifting market dynamics, with historical parallels to AT&T's delayed Time Warner acquisition allowing competitors like Disney to gain streaming advantages.

A user set up an AT&T account after receiving a call, providing personal information and an OTP via a SaraPlus.com link. They later discovered the call was a scam when AT&T confirmed they never request sensitive info over the phone.

Tom Evslin, a Microsoft 'internet radical' in the early 1990s, played a key role in developing Microsoft Exchange and Outlook while advocating for internet integration. He later helped AT&T develop its internet strategy, emphasizing SMTP gateway adoption despite initial corporate resistance. His work highlighted the growing importance of internet-based email systems over proprietary networks.

30 years ago, AT&T partnered with Microsoft to make Internet Explorer 3 the default browser for its WorldNet service in 1996, helping Microsoft gain ground in the browser wars against Netscape. The deal bundled IE3 with Windows 95 and contributed to Internet Explorer's decade-long dominance before antitrust actions later emerged.

SpaceX aims to compete with major US cell phone carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile by acquiring spectrum for a terrestrial wireless network. The company is considering purchasing competitors or bidding in government auctions to secure airwaves, while also developing new technologies to expand Starlink's coverage. Shares of the legacy carriers fell after reports of SpaceX's plans.

AT&T completed its $23 billion purchase of wireless spectrum from EchoStar, acquiring 50 MHz of low-band and mid-band spectrum covering nearly every U.S. market.

Customers of major cell service carriers, including T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, Boost Mobile, US Cellular, Mint Mobile, and Google Fi Wireless, reported outages on Monday evening. Downdetector received thousands of reports, and services began to be restored after about an hour.

Cellphone users across major carriers like T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T reported outages Monday evening, with Downdetector receiving thousands of complaints. Services for most users were restored after approximately one hour.

Cellphone users across major carriers including T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and others reported outages Monday evening. Downdetector tracked thousands of outage reports, with services partially restored after about an hour. Some internet services like Google Fi Wireless also experienced disruptions.

AT&T Inc. has begun selling a bond offering of at least €2 billion ($2.23 billion) in euros and sterling, marking a significant corporate deal during a typically slow period for Europe's primary market.

Brian O’Kelley sold his ad-tech company AppNexus to AT&T for $1.6 billion, kept less than $100 million, and donated the remainder to charity. He openly criticizes billionaires, stating he will never join the billionaires' club and plans to give away future earnings from his new startup, Scope3.

An analyst states AT&T does not need to worry about SpaceX for 'years,' but Starlink may still impact wireless stocks. The article highlights the potential long-term influence of Starlink despite current non-urgency for AT&T.

Oil prices increased by 3% amid ongoing conflict with Iran, while U.S. stock markets showed mixed performance. The S&P 500 rose 0.2%, the Dow gained 0.3%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.1%. Philip Morris International, AT&T, and Super Micro Computer saw significant stock gains, while GE Vernova dropped 7.5% due to weaker profits.

Oil prices rose 3% amid ongoing Iran war tensions, while U.S. stocks showed mixed performance. The S&P 500 gained 0.1%, the Dow rose 0.3%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.1% as companies like Philip Morris and AT&T saw gains, while GE Vernova declined. Rising oil prices, reaching $93.85 per barrel, increased business costs and pressured markets.

Oil prices increased 3% due to ongoing conflict with Iran, while U.S. stock markets showed mixed performance. The S&P 500 remained flat, the Dow rose 0.3%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.4%. Companies like Philip Morris International, AT&T, and Super Micro Computer saw gains, while GE Vernova dropped 7.3%.

Stocks of AI-focused chip companies and other tech firms declined, dragging down Wall Street indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Crude oil prices surged nearly 3% amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Super Micro Computer and AT&T saw significant stock gains due to earnings previews and profit expectations.

Wall Street stock futures declined as oil prices surged 4% amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, with airstrikes and stalled shipping in the Strait of Hormuz raising concerns over a diplomatic solution. Rising oil prices could push inflation higher, potentially prompting central banks to raise interest rates, which would slow economies and hurt stock markets.

AT&T reported adjusted EPS of $0.65 in Q2, surpassing analyst estimates of $0.59. The company added more postpaid phone and internet subscribers than expected, which contributed to higher revenue and stock performance.

AT&T's stock increased following its earnings report. The telecommunications company exceeded expectations in subscriber growth, free cash flow, and profit.

A person fell victim to an AT&T scam by providing personal information, including their full name, address, a four-digit PIN, and the last four digits of their SSN. After realizing the scam, they changed their debit card PIN, froze their debit card, and froze their credit to prevent unauthorized activity.

A financial representative demonstrated a lack of knowledge by not recognizing 'AT&T' as the abbreviation for American Telephone and Telegraph. A client expressed that disrespectful communication, such as using 'Hey,' would prompt them to end the professional relationship.

Landline phone access will be removed from California homes starting in 2027 after the FCC approved AT&T's request to end the service, cutting off a vital lifeline for thousands of homeowners.

Toxic lead cables owned by AT&T were polluting Lake Tahoe, prompting a lawsuit by the California Sportfishing Protection Alliance. WHEN Justice provided $100,000 to fund scientific testing that linked the cables to contamination, leading to a rapid settlement and cable removal. WHEN Justice's pay-it-forward model supports litigation costs for environmental and public health cases.

A Georgia high school teacher was accused of having sexual relations with six students, two under 16, and was blackmailed for better grades after students discovered her OnlyFans account. Police obtained warrants for digital accounts, genetic evidence, and surveillance footage related to the case.

Verizon and AT&T shares are experiencing their worst week in years due to the looming threat of SpaceX's Starlink service. The telecom companies' stocks are declining as concerns about competition from Starlink intensify.

Dish DBS, a satellite television operator under EchoStar, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection due to a delayed AT&T spectrum sale and $25 billion in debt. The company plans to reorganize and pay down debt using proceeds from the sale, with operations continuing uninterrupted.

Dish, owner of Dish TV and Sling TV, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to wind down its wireless operations after delays in selling $23 billion of 5G spectrum to AT&T. The company will continue operating its TV services and aims to exit bankruptcy by Q3 2026, while Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile remain unaffected.

The article draws parallels between the AI industry's current focus on content (LLMs) and past media/tech sectors, arguing that the AI revolution lacks a dedicated 'phone company'-style distribution network. It highlights how companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic are attempting to control both content and distribution through apps/APIs, while existing firms like Comcast are reverting to core distribution roles. Anthropic recently acquired dev tools company Stainless to build AI distribution infrastructure.

American technology and companies are being exploited to enable global scams, with AI tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini used in Southeast Asian scam operations. U.S. internet service providers, including Cogent Communications, Oracle, and AT&T, are involved in carrying traffic from scam centers linked to sanctioned entities in Myanmar. The Federal Trade Commission estimates Americans lost nearly $200 billion to such fraud in 2024.

Comcast is splitting into two companies, spinning out its NBCUniversal entertainment business, which includes Peacock, a film and TV studio, and theme parks. The move reflects a broader trend where combining broadband distribution with media content has proven unsuccessful, as seen in past attempts by companies like Time Warner and AT&T.

A user received a suspicious voicemail from an unknown number claiming to be from AT&T, warning about an expiring 50% discount and instructing them to call back using the caller ID number. The user is unsure if the call is a scam and is unaware of the mentioned discount.

Bell Works Chicagoland, a former AT&T research complex in Hoffman Estates, is nearing completion as a 'metroburb' with a connected main building and nearly 100% occupancy in its eastern section. Inspired by Somerset Development transformed the 1.6 million-square-foot campus since purchasing it in 2019, emphasizing mixed-use amenities and community engagement.

The article discusses the decline of 'tokenmaxxing' as companies like Amazon, Palantir, Duolingo, Meta, and AT&T reduce AI use due to rising costs and inefficiency. AI sprawl, characterized by employees using multiple uncoordinated tools, leads to wasted budgets and duplicated efforts. A survey by Glean's Work AI Institute reveals 77% of AI users engage with multiple tools weekly, but only 13% report significant company performance improvements.

AT&T's CFO Pascal Desroches is retiring by December 31, succeeded by Jennifer Biry as deputy CFO in July 2026 and as CFO in January 2027. A Russell Reynolds Associates report notes increased global CFO retirements and board role transitions in Q1 2026.

The Altadena Town Council demanded Southern California Edison pause its utility undergrounding program until tree protections are implemented and require AT&T and Spectrum to join, but Los Angeles County has not responded. An Edison representative stated there is no new funding to cover homeowners' costs for connecting to the new lines.