Global Infrastructure SherpaVerizon closes acquisition of Starry Internet
Verizon has closed its acquisition of ISP Starry Internet, a deal confirmed by Verizon's EVP and CFO Tony Skiadas on March 10, 2026. This acquisition aims to boost Verizon's multiple-dwelling unit (MDU) business and expand its fixed wireless access (FWA) footprint by leveraging Starry's millimeter wave technology and existing network serving nearly 100,000 MDU customers in five markets.
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- Confirmed by Verizon EVP & CFO Tony Skiadas on March 10, 2026.
- Starry brings nearly 100,000 MDU customers across five markets.
- Deal leverages Starry's millimeter wave technology.
- Acquisition value not disclosed.
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The deal was confirmed as completed on March 10, 2026. The acquisition aims to boost Verizon's multiple-dwelling unit (MDU) business and expand its fixed wireless access (FWA) footprint by leveraging Starry’s millimeter wave technology. Starry was founded in 2014, launched in Boston in 2016, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 2023, and emerged as a privately-held company in September 2023. Starry exited Columbus, Ohio, in 2023. Starry provides fixed wireless broadband to residential and small and medium-sized businesses from towers and rooftops, aiming to offer gigabit speeds via its wireless mmWave technology. Starry currently serves nearly 100,000 MDU customers in five markets.
"Verizon has closed its acquisition of ISP Starry Internet."
"Verizon has closed its acquisition of ISP Starry Internet."
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