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IQSTEL (NASDAQ: IQST) launched a new subsidiary, IQSTEL Digital Services, to expand from telecom into high-tech, high-margin digital services, including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health. The unit leverages relationships with over 600 telecom operators reaching about 2.3 billion subscribers globally.

IQSTEL appointed Jorge Enrique Becerra as CEO of the new subsidiary and minority co-owner. According to IQSTEL, his experience includes managing digital portfolios reaching more than 100 million users and building seven-figure annual digital services businesses with gross margins above 40%, supporting a goal of seven-digit annual revenue for IQSTEL Digital Services.

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  • Launch of IQSTEL Digital Services subsidiary targeting high-tech, high-margin digital offerings
  • Access to over 600 telecom operators reaching approximately 2.3 billion subscribers
  • Existing telecom sales teams reduce customer acquisition costs for digital services
  • Appointment of Jorge Enrique Becerra with 20+ years of international digital experience
  • Leadership incentive alignment via minority co-ownership in the subsidiary
  • Stated objective to reach seven-digit annual revenue for IQSTEL Digital Services

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News Market Reaction – IQST

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+3.17% News Effect

On the day this news was published, IQST gained 3.17%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement underscores IQSTEL’s push to evolve into a diversified digital services platform b...
Analysis

This announcement underscores IQSTEL’s push to evolve into a diversified digital services platform by creating a dedicated subsidiary and appointing seasoned leadership. The strategy seeks to leverage relationships with over 600 telecom operators and potential reach of about 2.3 billion users to sell higher-margin AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health solutions. In light of prior filings noting going concern risk and reliance on external capital, investors may watch actual revenue traction, margin trends, and execution milestones closely.

Key Figures

Telecom operators: over 600 operators Subscriber reach: approximately 2.3 billion subscribers Executive experience: more than 20 years +4 more
7 metrics
Telecom operators over 600 operators Global commercial platform reach described in the launch release
Subscriber reach approximately 2.3 billion subscribers Aggregate reach of customer networks referenced in the article
Executive experience more than 20 years Becerra’s international executive background across multiple sectors
User base managed more than 100 million users Service portfolios Becerra has overseen historically
Digital business scale seven-figure annual revenue Prior digital services businesses led by Becerra
Digital margins gross margins exceeding 40% Historical margins in Becerra’s digital services businesses
Initial revenue objective seven-digit annual revenue Stated first objective for IQSTEL Digital Services subsidiary

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 12 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
May 12 AI deployment deal Positive -5.2% European companies adopt IQSTEL AI agents via Alhambra IT partnership.
May 07 Investor webinar Neutral -4.9% CEO presents growth strategy and new verticals at Force Family Office event.
Apr 23 Growth, margins update Positive +19.0% FY2025 revenue and profit growth with margin expansion and $1B target.
Apr 07 Digital health MOU Positive -8.6% Strategic MOU to enter digital health and investor call on FY2025 results.
Apr 06 FY2025 earnings Positive -8.6% Reports revenue and equity growth and outlines higher-margin focus.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows multiple positive strategic and growth updates often met with negative price reactions, indicating a pattern of selling or skepticism on good news.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, IQSTEL has repeatedly highlighted its shift toward higher-margin digital services. On Apr 6 and Apr 23, FY2025 results and interviews emphasized revenue growth to $316.9M, EBITDA generation, and a strategy centered on AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health. Subsequent news on digital health partnerships, AI agent deployments, and investor outreach reinforced this pivot, yet several of these ostensibly positive updates were followed by short-term price declines, underscoring investor caution around execution and financing needs.

Key Terms

ai, cybersecurity, fintech, digital health, +3 more
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ai technical
"high-tech, high-margin digital services including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health"
Artificial intelligence (AI) is technology that enables machines to mimic human thinking and learning, allowing them to analyze information, recognize patterns, and make decisions. For investors, AI matters because it can improve how businesses operate, create new products, or identify opportunities faster and more accurately than humans alone, potentially impacting company success and market trends.
cybersecurity technical
"high-tech, high-margin digital services including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health"
Cybersecurity involves protecting computers, networks, and digital information from theft, damage, or unauthorized access. It is essential for safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining trust in digital systems, which matters to investors because strong cybersecurity reduces the risk of costly breaches and disruptions that can impact a company’s performance and reputation. Think of it as locking and safeguarding valuable information much like securing a safe to prevent theft.
fintech financial
"high-tech, high-margin digital services including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health"
FinTech, short for financial technology, refers to new tools and software that make managing money easier and more convenient, like mobile payment apps or online banking. It matters because it helps people and businesses access financial services faster, often at lower costs, changing how we handle money in everyday life.
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digital health medical
"fintech, and digital healthNEW YORK, May 14, 2026 -- IQSTEL Inc."
Digital health involves the use of technology, such as apps, wearable devices, and online platforms, to monitor, manage, and improve people's health and healthcare. For investors, it represents a growing industry that combines healthcare with digital innovation, offering new ways to deliver medical services and track wellness, which can lead to advancements in patient care and potential business opportunities.
arpu financial
"seek to grow Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) by offering more value-added services"
ARPU, or Average Revenue Per User, measures how much money a company earns, on average, from each of its customers over a set period. It helps investors understand how effectively a business is generating income from its customer base, similar to calculating how much each customer spends at a store. Higher ARPU often indicates stronger sales per customer and better revenue performance.
b2b2c technical
"recognized for his expertise in B2B2C business models, digital entertainment, OTT platforms"
A B2B2C model is a go-to-market approach where a company sells products or services to other businesses that then deliver those goods or offer them to end consumers, so the company reaches final customers through partners rather than directly. For investors it matters because this setup can speed up customer reach and reduce marketing costs but also adds dependency on partners, affecting revenue growth, profit margins and how predictable future sales are — like a manufacturer selling through a chain of retailers instead of opening its own stores.
ott technical
"expertise in B2B2C business models, digital entertainment, OTT platforms, digital audience"
OTT stands for “over-the-top” and describes video, audio or other media services delivered directly to users over the internet, bypassing traditional cable or broadcast systems. Investors watch OTT metrics—subscriber counts, viewing time, and churn—because they drive recurring revenue, advertising potential and customer loyalty much like a consumer choosing to subscribe to a gym instead of buying one-off classes. Changes in OTT performance can signal growth opportunities or rising costs for content and marketing, affecting company value.

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Leveraging access to over 600 telecom operators worldwide whose networks reach approximately 2.3 billion subscribers in aggregate, IQSTEL expands beyond telecom into high-tech, high-margin digital services including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital health

NEW YORK, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IQSTEL Inc. (NASDAQ: IQST), a global telecommunications and technology company, today announced the formation of IQSTEL Digital Services, a dedicated subsidiary created to accelerate the Company's transformation from a global telecom service provider into a diversified global digital services powerhouse. To lead the new subsidiary, IQSTEL has appointed Jorge Enrique Becerra as CEO.

For more than a decade, IQSTEL has built a commercial platform serving over 600 of the largest telecom operators around the world, whose networks serve approximately 2.3 billion subscribers in aggregate.

As telecom operators worldwide increasingly seek to grow Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) by offering more value-added services to enterprise customers, governments, and personal consumers, IQSTEL is uniquely positioned to become their preferred one-stop strategic partner for next-generation digital solutions.

Unlike new entrants attempting to build relationships from scratch, IQSTEL already operates inside the telecom ecosystem, maintaining long-standing commercial relationships, reliable operational execution, and millions of dollars in annual transaction history with major carriers worldwide.

IQSTEL Digital Services will focus on delivering scalable high-tech, high-margin solutions including:

  • Proprietary AI-powered communication services
  • Cybersecurity solutions
  • Fintech and payment services
  • Digital health devices and services
  • Innovative digital services
  • Enterprise digital transformation solutions

IQSTEL's go-to-market strategy is highly efficient. The Company's existing telecom sales teams will introduce digital opportunities within current customer relationships, while the specialized IQSTEL Digital Services division will lead product commercialization, implementation, and scaling.

This strategy enables IQSTEL to monetize the trust, infrastructure, and business relationships already built over years of telecom operations, significantly reducing customer acquisition costs while accelerating time to revenue.

To lead this strategic initiative, IQSTEL has appointed Jorge Enrique Becerra as CEO of IQSTEL Digital Services, the company's new dedicated subsidiary.

Jorge Enrique Becerra brings more than 20 years of international executive experience across telecommunications, advertising, media, digital content, and digital transformation. Throughout his career, he has successfully led business growth initiatives across Latin America, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, México, Panamá, Perú, Europe, and emerging markets, managing service portfolios reaching more than 100 million users.

He is widely recognized for his expertise in B2B2C business models, digital entertainment, OTT platforms, digital audience monetization, and innovative commercial execution. Over the last ten years, Jorge has developed seven-figure annual digital services businesses generating gross margins exceeding 40%.

As part of aligning long-term leadership incentives and accelerating execution, Jorge Enrique Becerra will participate as a minority co-owner alongside IQSTEL. This ownership participation reflects Jorge's strategic contribution to the initiative, including his deep industry expertise, commercial know-how, and proven ability to scale high-margin digital services businesses. IQSTEL believes this structure creates strong alignment between leadership performance and shareholder value creation as the Digital Services subsidiary scales globally.

Jorge Enrique Becerra, CEO of IQSTEL Digital Services, commented: "I am thrilled to join IQSTEL at this pivotal moment. By leveraging IQSTEL's powerful global telecom platform and relationships with over 600 operators, we will rapidly bring high-margin digital solutions to market and create significant value for telecom partners and shareholders alike."

As part of the initial commercial rollout of IQSTEL Digital Services, Jorge Enrique Becerra will join IQSTEL's executive team at International Telecoms Week (ITW), where he will meet with key telecom operator customers from around the world to introduce the Company's expanding digital services portfolio.

During ITW, Jorge will work alongside IQSTEL's strategic partners, including Cycurion for cybersecurity solutions and Reality Border for IQSTEL's proprietary AI-powered communication services, while also presenting IQSTEL's digital health device portfolio to selected strategic customers.

This coordinated commercial rollout demonstrates IQSTEL's commitment to rapidly monetizing its telecom relationships by introducing scalable, high-margin digital solutions tailored to the evolving needs of telecom operators, enterprise clients, and government customers.

Leandro Iglesias, CEO of IQSTEL, commented:

"This is one of the most important strategic steps in IQSTEL's evolution. We have spent years building something incredibly valuable: a trusted global commercial platform connected to over 600 telecom operators worldwide. Now we are leveraging that platform to distribute the next generation of high-tech, high-margin digital services.

Our first objective with IQSTEL Digital Services is clear: to rapidly achieve seven-digit annual revenue by maximizing the value of our existing business platform and leveraging our potential reach to 2.3 billion end users through our customers worldwide. This is only the first step in monetizing the extraordinary distribution capability IQSTEL has built over the years.

Telecom operators globally need new revenue streams, stronger customer engagement, and innovative digital solutions to grow ARPU and remain competitive. IQSTEL is uniquely positioned to help them achieve that transformation because we are already inside the ecosystem, with trusted relationships, operational credibility, and immediate access to scale. IQSTEL Digital Services represents the beginning of our evolution into a global digital services powerhouse."

This launch reinforces IQSTEL's broader strategy of transforming from a telecom service provider into a diversified high-tech global distribution platform capable of delivering scalable, recurring, high-margin revenue streams across multiple technology verticals.

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

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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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FAQ

What is IQSTEL Digital Services and why was it launched by IQST (NASDAQ: IQST) in May 2026?

IQSTEL Digital Services is a new subsidiary created to expand beyond telecom into high-tech digital services. According to IQSTEL, it targets AI, cybersecurity, fintech, digital health, and enterprise digital transformation using the company’s existing global telecom relationships for distribution.

How will IQSTEL Digital Services leverage IQST (NASDAQ: IQST) telecom relationships to grow revenue?

IQSTEL Digital Services plans to sell digital services through existing relationships with over 600 telecom operators. According to IQSTEL, this strategy uses current sales teams and infrastructure to cut customer acquisition costs and aims for seven-digit annual revenue from high-margin, scalable solutions.

Who is Jorge Enrique Becerra, the new CEO of IQSTEL Digital Services under IQST (NASDAQ: IQST)?

Jorge Enrique Becerra is the CEO of IQSTEL Digital Services, bringing over 20 years of international digital and telecom experience. According to IQSTEL, he has managed portfolios reaching 100 million users and built seven-figure annual digital services businesses with gross margins above 40%.

What types of digital services will IQSTEL Digital Services offer for IQST (NASDAQ: IQST) customers?

IQSTEL Digital Services will focus on AI-powered communication, cybersecurity, fintech and payments, digital health devices, innovative digital services, and enterprise digital transformation. According to IQSTEL, these offerings target telecom operators, enterprise clients, and governments seeking new value-added digital solutions.

What revenue goals has IQSTEL set for the new IQSTEL Digital Services subsidiary of IQST (NASDAQ: IQST)?

IQSTEL’s first objective is to achieve seven-digit annual revenue for IQSTEL Digital Services. According to IQSTEL, the plan is to monetize its existing global telecom platform and potential reach to approximately 2.3 billion end users through current operator customers.

How does the minority co-ownership structure for Jorge Enrique Becerra impact IQSTEL Digital Services and IQST (NASDAQ: IQST) investors?

Jorge Enrique Becerra will be a minority co-owner of IQSTEL Digital Services alongside IQSTEL. According to IQSTEL, this ownership structure is intended to align leadership performance with shareholder value creation as the subsidiary scales high-margin digital services globally.