AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Launch Joint Venture That Helps End Dead Zones; Name Paul Roth Interim CEO

DALLAS and BELLEVUE, Wash. and NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Key Takeaways: Industry veteran establishes leadership framework for joint venture (JV). JV will help close coverage gaps by making satellite-enabled connectivity easier to deliver where traditional service is limited. The JV is designed to complement terrestrial mobile networks, giving customers even more reliable connectivity and choice. JV will support industry competition and innovation while allowing existing carrier-satellite agreements to remain in place. AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have entered into a joint venture agreement focused on expanding coverage in underserved areas across the U.S.