Verizon uses AI & machine learning to prevent fiber cuts
VZVerizon(VZ) Newsfilter·2024-08-07 21:00

NEW YORK, Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With nationwide Call Before You Dig day approaching on Aug. 11th, Verizon has deployed a program to protect and prevent damage to its fiber infrastructure. Each year, thousands of fiber lines are damaged as a result of accidental cuts during construction and excavations by homeowners and outside agencies. These accidents can impact connectivity for customers, causing inconveniences for as little as a few hours and as long as several days. In an industry first, Ver ...