10 Popular Journalists Covering the Telecom Industry

5G, broadband, satellite internet, new policies - there’s always something changing in the world of telecommunications. It moves fast. And if you're in public relations, keeping up is key. 

So, who’s covering these big stories and making sense of it all? Telecom journalists. 

In this blog, we highlight 10 must-know reporters covering the industry - all found in our media contacts database. If you want to stay ahead, these are the voices to follow.

10 Popular Journalists Covering the Telecom Industry

Drew FitzGerald – The Wall Street Journal (Washington, D.C.) 

Drew reports on telecommunications for The Wall Street Journal, focusing on major network companies such as AT&T and Verizon. His coverage delves into 5G wireless, fiber-optic and satellite technologies, providing insights into how these innovations connect people globally.  

Notably, he was part of a team nominated for a Gerald Loeb award for coverage of AT&T's acquisition of Time Warner. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (3k+ followers) 
 

Kelcee Griffis – Bloomberg News (Washington, D.C.) 

Kelcee covers the telecommunications industry for Bloomberg News, reporting on internet service providers, mobile companies, spectrum allocation and emerging technologies. Her recent work includes analysis of FCC developments and affordable broadband initiatives. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (1k+ followers) 
 

Jillian Deutsch – Bloomberg News (London, UK) 

Jillian covers telecom and semiconductor companies across Europe for Bloomberg News. Her reporting often explores the intersection of technology and regulation, providing insights into how policies impact industries.  

Before joining Bloomberg, Jillian worked at Politico Europe as a health reporter and web producer. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (6k+ followers) 

Najat Kantouar – The Wall Street Journal (London, UK) 

Najat is a telecommunications, media and technology reporter for Dow Jones Newswires and The Wall Street Journal. Her recent articles cover topics such as media company expansions, telecom workforce developments and the financial performances of tech investors. 

Contact: LinkedIn 
 

Aurélie Lebelle – Le Parisien (Paris, France) 

Aurélie is a journalist at Le Parisien, covering economic trends, social issues and cultural events in France. She provides in-depth analysis on topics such as the impact of inflation on consumers, developments in the housing market and initiatives in the education sector. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (3k+ followers) 

 
Hannah Daley – The Wire Report (Ottawa, Canada) 

Hannah is the editor of The Wire Report, a Canadian publication focusing on telecommunications, broadcasting and digital media news. Her recent articles delve into regulatory developments in the telecom sector and digital media trends in Canada. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (831 followers) 

 
Thomas M. Kuhn – WirtschaftsWoche (Düsseldorf, Germany) 

Thomas is a technology reporter on the Innovation Team at WirtschaftsWoche, Germany's leading business magazine. His reporting focuses on IT security, internet developments and new media. He is recognized as one of Germany's top influencers in the tech sector. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (1k+ followers) 

 
Ryan Vlastelica – Bloomberg News (Chicago, Illinois) 

Ryan is a tech reporter at Bloomberg News, focusing on technology, media and telecom sectors. His reporting provides insights into major market movements and financial trends, helping readers understand the financial dynamics of leading telecom companies. 

Contact: LinkedIn, X (3k+ followers) 
 

Debra Rubin – Communications Daily (Washington, D.C.) 

Debra serves as the Deputy Managing Editor at Communications Daily, covering telecommunications policy, media regulations and accessibility laws. Her expertise in policy reporting provides valuable insights into regulatory shifts affecting the telecom industry. 

Contact: LinkedIn 
 

Michael Crider – PC World (Pennsylvania, U.S.) 

Michael is a tech journalist and staff writer at PCWorld with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in mechanical keyboards and PC setups and has written for Android Police, Wired and more. Based in Pennsylvania, he covers big tech events and recently reported on AMD Ryzen 9000 issues, RTX 5070 news and Windows 11 updates. 

Contact: X (1k+ followers) 
 

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