Verizon Launches $70M AI Training Program

Verizon's $70 million AI skills initiative aims to close the workforce gap with free training for Americans.

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Sep 23, 2026

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Verizon Launches $70M AI Training Program

Verizon's $70 million AI skills initiative aims to close the workforce gap with free training for Americans.

In brief

Verizon's $70 million AI skills initiative aims to close the workforce gap with free training for Americans. Verizon partners with major tech firms to provide free AI training to 20 million workers and businesses, addressing the skills gap in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Originally reported by Pymnts.

Verizon's AI Training

Verizon launches $70 million AI skills program for workers and businesses.

Who Benefits

Job seekers, small businesses, and displaced workers get free AI training.

CEO Statement

CEO Statement

AI reshapes every workforce globally, says Verizon CEO.

Funding Details

Combines $20m existing fund with $50m new funding for free AI training.

Partner Resources

Free access to AI training from Anthropic, Coursera, Google, IBM, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

Labor Shortage Alert

WorkWhile reports 22% job demand increase due to labor shortages.

The short version

Verizon partners with major tech firms to provide free AI training to 20 million workers and businesses, addressing the skills gap in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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