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IQST – IQSTEL ANNOUNCES BINDING MOU TO ACQUIRE 51% INTEREST IN ULTRANET TELECOM GROUP, POSITIONING THE COMPANY ABOVE A HALF-BILLION-DOLLAR REVENUE RUN RATE AND INCREASING NET INCOME FROM OPERATIONS BY 4x

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Ultranet Expected to Contribute Approximately $130 Million in Revenue and Approximately $4.5 Million in Net Profit (based on FY 2025 audited financial statements)

NEW YORK, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IQSTEL Inc. (NASDAQ: IQST), a global Connectivity, AI, and Digital Services company, today announced a Binding Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to acquire a 51% controlling interest in Ultranet Telecom Group (“Ultranet”), a fast-growing telecom and technology company headquartered in Ghana with operations across Africa and international markets.

The transaction, expected to be the largest acquisition ever performed by IQSTEL, is projected to add approximately $130 million in annual revenue and approximately $4.5 million in net profit based on Ultranet’s FY 2025 audited financial statements.

With this acquisition, IQSTEL reaches a major corporate milestone by surpassing a $500 million annualized revenue run rate, further accelerating the company’s strategic path toward becoming a $1 billion global technology-driven corporation.

Additionally, 60% of the consideration is contingent upon Ultranet achieving specified net income targets over the next 24 months, aligning the interests of both parties and reinforcing a performance-driven transaction structure.

The parties anticipate that the transaction will support IQSTEL’s long-term growth objectives, subject to the completion of due diligence, the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, and other customary closing conditions.

“In this transaction we are expanding our global footprint and operational scale,” said Leandro Iglesias, CEO of IQSTEL. “This is more than an acquisition, it is a strategic partnership combining Ultranet’s powerful African telecom platform with IQSTEL’s global commercial infrastructure, AI capabilities, and digital services vision. Together, we intend to accelerate Ultranet’s Africa growth and launch the Ultranet platform into the Middle East and Asia. Raymond Oppong-Dapaah and his management team will continue leading day-to-day operations and will now have access to greater financial resources, a larger global platform, and expanded technology capabilities to pursue significantly larger opportunities.”

Raymond Oppong-Dapaah, CEO and Owner of Ultranet Telecom Group, added: “We were looking for a strategic partner to accelerate our Africa growth and expand into the Middle East and Asia. IQSTEL brings global scale, financial strength, and a strong digital services vision that we believe will take Ultranet to the next level. By partnering with IQSTEL, we gain the ability to accelerate larger projects, enter new regions more quickly, and access a much broader international ecosystem.”

Ultranet’s Platform and Strategic Assets

Ultranet operates across Ghana, Nigeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Senegal, and Ivory Coast, with commercial activities in Europe, Asia, and North America.

A key strategic asset of Ultranet is its portfolio of six exclusive international SMS gateway agreements with leading African mobile operators, granting sole international SMS routing rights in their respective markets. These strategic exclusivity agreements represent high-barrier-to-entry assets with recurring revenue characteristics and strong long-term commercial value.

Strategic Advantages of the Combination

The combined platform is expected to operate in approximately 30 countries across 5 continents. IQSTEL believes the transaction creates substantial strategic value through:

Expanded telecom infrastructure and carrier operationsAccelerated growth of high-margin Digital Services, AI, and fintechAcelerating our presence in  Africa, Middle East, AsiaStronger international interconnection capabilitiesOperational synergies and cost efficiencies

Transaction Timeline
The parties are working toward a Definitive Purchase Agreement within 60 days, with a target close in Q3 2026. Financial terms are not being disclosed at this time; additional details will be provided in a Current Report on Form 8-K to be filed with the SEC.

Additional Note: Management Participating in Podcast Today

The CEO of IQSTEL, Leandro Iglesias, and the CFO of IQSTEL, Alvaro Quintana, will be participating today at 11:00 a.m. in the Seth Farbman Podcast to discuss the company’s vision and the execution of its business plan.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seth-farbman-on-podcast-from-startup-to-stock-exchange/id1356667808

About Ultranet Telecom Group

Ultranet Telecom Group (www.ultranetgh.com) is a telecommunications and technology company headquartered in Ghana, providing integrated telecom, connectivity, messaging, and technology services across Africa and international markets. Ultranet operates telecom infrastructure and commercial operations across multiple African countries and maintains strategic relationships with major regional telecom operators.

About IQSTEL Inc.

IQSTEL Inc. (NASDAQ: IQST) is a global telecom and technology company operating in 21 countries with over 600 Telecommunication Carrier Interconnections. The company delivers international voice, SMS, messaging, connectivity, and mobile financial services to telecom operators and enterprise customers worldwide. Built through a decade of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, IQSTEL is now expanding into AI-powered communications and cybersecurity through its RealityBorder.com AI Division and Cycurion partnership.

For more information, please visit www.IQSTEL.com.

Official Investors Landing Page: www.landingpage.iqstel.com

Safe Harbor Statement:

Statements in this news release may be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that express our intentions, beliefs, expectations, strategies, predictions, or any other information relating to our future activities or other future events or conditions, including statements regarding the expected benefits, timing, and financial impact of the proposed Ultranet transaction. Words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend”, “could” and similar expressions, as they relate to the company or its management, identify forward-looking statements. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about our business and the proposed transaction and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Important factors that could cause actual results and financial condition to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements include, among others: our ability to successfully complete the proposed acquisition, including obtaining required regulatory approvals from the Ghana NCA and Nigeria NCC and negotiating definitive documentation on acceptable terms; the risk that the transaction may not close or may close on terms different than expected; our ability to integrate Ultranet’s operations; Ultranet’s ability to achieve the projected revenue and net income targets; our continued ability to pay operating costs and meet demand; competition in the telecom sector; changes in cybersecurity and telecom markets; our ability to develop new products and services; our success with strategic alliances; our ability to comply with applicable regulations; our ability to secure capital when needed; and the other risks and uncertainties described in our prior filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may and are likely to differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release, and IQSTEL Inc. undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release.

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TUTTOFOOD EXPANDS STRATEGIC PRESENCE ACROSS LATIN AMERICA

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Southern Europe’s leading food business platform strengthens investments and strategic partnerships across Latin America amid growing EU–Mercosur trade relations

MILAN, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TUTTOFOOD, Southern Europe’s leading food business platform, is strengthening its strategic focus on Latin America amid growing trade relations between Mercosur and the European Union. As part of this broader international expansion strategy, Brazil has been announced as the “Country Focus” of the 2028 edition of the event, scheduled for May 8–11, 2028, in Milan.

The initiative reinforces the increasing relevance of Latin America within global agrifood supply chains and highlights the region’s growing role in international trade and food industry development.

The decision comes at a time of growing expectations surrounding the advancement of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the EU, considered one of the world’s most significant economic partnerships in terms of market size, population, and agribusiness potential. Industry projections indicate that the agreement is expected to expand trade flows, reduce tariff barriers, and strengthen global supply chains, particularly in sectors related to food, proteins, ingredients, beverages, and processed products.

Within this context, TUTTOFOOD aims to position itself as a strategic gateway for Latin American companies seeking access to European and international markets through high-value business connections and global distribution opportunities.

This objective is further supported by one of the sector’s most advanced and efficient matchmaking platforms, the “Buyers Program”, developed by TUTTOFOOD in partnership with ITA – Italian Trade Agency, and aimed at connecting international buyers with selected suppliers in strategic markets.

As part of its broader international growth strategy, TUTTOFOOD is also increasing its investments across Latin America through enhanced buyers programs, media activities, strategic partnerships, and dedicated business development initiatives aimed at strengthening the region’s integration with global food markets.

“Brazil represents a strategic entry point for TUTTOFOOD’s broader development across Latin America, one of the most dynamic agrifood regions in the world,” said Antonio Cellie, CEO of Fiere di Parma.

“As trade relations between Europe and Mercosur continue to evolve, we see growing opportunities for companies across the region to strengthen their international presence and access new markets through global business platforms such as TUTTOFOOD.”

The growing relevance of Latin America within global food supply chains is reflected in the region’s expanding agrifood exports and increasing international competitiveness. Brazil alone accounts for approximately 24% of its GDP through agribusiness activities and remains one of the world’s leading exporters of soybeans, coffee, sugar, meat, and other agricultural commodities.

Latin America continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s key agrifood production hubs, driven by large-scale agricultural output, growing industrial capabilities, and increasing global demand for food products and ingredients.

The 2026 edition of TUTTOFOOD recorded a 30% increase in visitors, gathering 123,000 participants over four days, including 27,000 international attendees.

It also registered a strong increase in participation from Latin American operators, particularly from Brazil, which more than doubled its number of professional visitors compared to the previous edition. More than 100 buyers attended from major retail groups, importers, distributors, and food service operators across the region.

The event also featured exhibitors and institutional delegations from several Latin American countries, including Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Argentina, Cuba and Brazil.

The trade show occupied 10 pavilions and 82,000 square meters of fully sold exhibition space, bringing together 5,000 brands and 4,000 international buyers. Organized by Fiere di Parma in partnership with Fiera Milano and Koelnmesse, TUTTOFOOD has been consolidating its position as one of the world’s leading business hubs for the food and beverage industry, connecting agrifood production, industry, retail, and global markets.

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DRAI Health Announces Strategic Partnership with WellTra.AI to Advance AI-Driven Healthcare Globally

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DRAI Health and WellTra.AI unite AI-powered health intelligence and contactless vital monitoring to deliver proactive, scalable, and personalized healthcare worldwide.

LOS ANGELES and DUBAI, UAE, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DRAI Health, Inc., a leader in AI-powered healthcare intelligence, today announced a strategic partnership with WellTra.AI, a U.S.-based innovator in next-generation contactless vital monitoring technology with expanding operations across the Middle East. This collaboration brings together two advanced platforms to accelerate the shift toward more proactive, scalable, and data-driven healthcare worldwide.

“Together, we’re transforming real-time health data into actionable intelligence—enabling earlier intervention, more personalized care, and better health outcomes at a global scale.”

The partnership combines DRAI Health’s AI-driven healthcare ecosystem—designed to aggregate, analyze, and deliver actionable health insights—with WellTra.AI’s proprietary contactless vital intelligence platform. Together, the companies aim to enhance preventive care, enable scalable remote patient monitoring, and drive more personalized health outcomes across clinical, enterprise, and consumer environments.

By integrating real-time vital data with advanced AI analytics, the joint solution is designed to support earlier detection of health risks, improve clinical decision-making, and expand access to high-quality care. The platform will operate across hospitals, clinics, workplaces, and home care settings, helping healthcare systems become more efficient, intelligent, and responsive.

“This partnership represents an important step forward in our mission to redefine healthcare through AI and intelligent data,” said Dr. Mohan Ananda, Founder and Chairman of DRAI Health, Inc. “By combining our AI-powered ecosystem with WellTra’s innovative contactless monitoring technology, we are creating a powerful, scalable solution that enables earlier intervention, enhances patient engagement, and improves outcomes across the care continuum.”

“Contactless monitoring generates the signals. DRAI’s AI turns them into decisions. This partnership closes the gap between data and action — and that’s where lives are saved,” said Anees Abdullateef, Founder and CEO of WellTra.AI.

The collaboration reflects a shared vision to advance healthcare systems that are more proactive, accessible, and personalized—leveraging real-time health intelligence and AI-driven insights to deliver better care at scale.

This partnership also supports the growing global demand for digital health innovation and aligns with significant investments in healthcare transformation across both the United States and the Middle East.

About DRAI Health, Inc.

DRAI Health is a next-generation healthcare AI company focused on transforming how health data is captured, analyzed, and utilized. Through its integrated AI ecosystem, DRAI empowers patients, providers, and enterprises with actionable insights that drive better outcomes and more efficient care delivery. Learn more: www.draihealth.com

About WellTra.AI

WellTra.AI is a U.S.-based pioneer in contactless health intelligence, powered by clinically validated rPPG technology and an expanding suite of AI-driven capabilities including voice analysis and computer vision. With FDA-approved metrics and a growing global footprint spanning enterprise, clinical, and government healthcare systems, WellTra.AI is redefining what’s possible in remote patient monitoring and proactive care. Learn more: www.welltra.ai

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Netflix and HBO Max Dominate Streaming AI Visibility, According to 5W AI Intelligence

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New 5W research finds AI engines pick streaming services based on metadata depth and editorial authority over subscriber count — meaning Apple TV+ outscores larger services and Peacock ranks behind even niche platforms.

NEW YORK, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+ lead 5W’s inaugural Entertainment & Streaming AI Visibility Index 2026, released today. The index is the first research-grade ranking of how generative AI engines surface streaming services and entertainment platforms to consumers. The full report is available free at 5wpr.com/research/entertainment-streaming-ai-visibility-index-2026.

The most consequential finding: Apple TV+ ranks #5, ahead of Hulu (#6) and Paramount+ (#8), despite operating with a fraction of either competitor’s subscriber base. The data also shows Peacock ranks #11 — behind Apple TV+, Hulu, Paramount+, Max, and even The Criterion Channel and Mubi (#9 and #10) on certain query categories. The pattern is consistent: streaming services with depth-of-metadata content, critic-grade title pages, and structured editorial infrastructure outscore services that hide content discovery behind authentication walls.

The top ten streaming services by AI citation share, in order: Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Hulu, YouTube Premium / YouTube TV, Paramount+, The Criterion Channel, and Mubi. The full top-20 ranking, with query-category breakdown across service-selection, title-recommendation, family-friendly programming, and live-sports queries, is published in the report.

The index analyzed more than 60 viewer-intent queries across “what should I watch tonight,” “best streaming service for families,” “where can I watch [specific title],” “best documentaries on streaming,” “best live sports streaming service,” and similar formulations. Queries were tested across ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews.

“The streaming wars are now an answer-box war,” said Ronn Torossian, Founder and Chairman of 5W. “Viewers are no longer scrolling Netflix to decide what to watch. They are asking ChatGPT to decide which streaming service to buy and what to put on tonight. The streamers that have built robust editorial metadata, critic-grade descriptions, and structured content authority are winning the answer. The streamers that built their content discovery purely inside their own apps are invisible at the moment of decision. The viewer never opens the app because the AI never tells them to.”

The report identifies four query categories where AI behavior most diverges from market-share expectations:

Service-selection queries (“which streaming service should I subscribe to”) favor Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+ overwhelmingly. Apple TV+ outperforms expectations on these queries because Apple’s catalogue pages contain unusually deep editorial metadata.

Title-recommendation queries (“what should I watch tonight”) favor services with critic-grade title pages and structured genre/mood metadata. The Criterion Channel and Mubi punch dramatically above their commercial weight on these queries because both operate Letterboxd-style editorial infrastructure that AI engines preferentially cite.

Family-friendly programming queries are dominated by Disney+, Netflix, and Paramount+, with Disney+ leading by a wide margin on parental-control and age-rating queries.

Live-sports streaming queries are dominated by YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and ESPN+. The data reveals that traditional streamers — Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ — barely register on live-sports queries despite each having sports-content investments, because live-sports queries operate on a different AI citation logic that prioritizes guide depth and channel-package transparency.

The report also documents a striking content-strategy implication. Streaming services that publish externally accessible, structured catalogue pages — pages an AI can scan without authentication — outscore services that gate content discovery behind login walls. Apple TV+, despite a smaller catalogue, has invested in indexable title pages with deep editorial metadata. Peacock and certain other major services keep more content behind authentication, with the result that AI engines effectively cannot see those catalogues.

For streaming operators reading the data, the strategic implication is straightforward: catalogue-depth-as-public-content is a GEO asset. Catalogue-depth-as-walled-content is invisible to AI.

The full report is available free at 5wpr.com/research/entertainment-streaming-ai-visibility-index-2026.

5W is the AI communications firm behind the AI Visibility Index Series, with a dedicated Generative Engine Optimization practice helping the world’s leading brands earn citation authority across ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. The agency is a leading PR and digital media agency.

About 5W

5W is the AI Communications Firm — building brand authority across the platforms where decisions now happen: ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews, alongside earned media, digital, and influencer channels. 5W combines public relations, digital marketing, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and proprietary AI visibility research to help clients measure and grow their presence in AI-driven buyer research.

Founded in 2002, 5W is recognized as a Top U.S. PR Agency by O’Dwyer’s, named Agency of the Year in the American Business Awards®, honored as a 2026 Top Place to Work in Communications by Ragan, and named to Digiday’s WorkLife Employer of the Year list. 5W serves clients across B2C sectors — Beauty & Fashion, Consumer Brands, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Health & Wellness, Travel & Hospitality, Technology, and Nonprofit — and B2B specialties including Corporate Communications, Reputation Management, Public Affairs, Crisis Communications, and Digital Marketing across Social, Influencer, Paid Media, GEO, and SEO.

Learn more at 5wpr.com

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cbergin@5wpr.com

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