Telco Magazine November 2025 | Page 51

AT & T
TOP 10 – GLOBAL FIBRE NETWORK PROVIDERS

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AT & T

EMPLOYEES: 140,990 CEO: JOHN STANKEY FOUNDED: 1885
AT & T stands as the largest fibre internet provider in the US and a significant force in global connectivity. It has surpassed more than 30 million homes and businesses with its fibre network and aims to reach approximately 60 million by 2030, an ambitious goal backed by multi-billiondollar investment. The future-proof network delivers multi-gigabit symmetrical speeds and supports both AT & T Fibre broadband and its nationwide 5G mobile infrastructure, creating a seamless foundation for next-generation digital services.
AT & T’ s fibre strategy represents a bold transformation from legacy copper to a full FTTH model. It is pursuing rapid expansion through organic network builds, strategic partnerships, such as the Gigapower joint venture and acquisitions, including Lumen’ s massmarket fibre assets. Since 2020, AT & T has added more than 5.7 million fibre customers. Combining scale, technological expertise and financial strength, AT & T is redefining high-speed connectivity and solidifying its role as a global fibre leader.
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