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KonaTel, Inc. reports recurring updates on its voice and data communications business, including mobile voice, text and data services supported by national U.S. mobile networks, SMS/MMS, mobile numbers, IoT mobile data and hosted cloud services. The company operates through Apeiron Systems, a cloud communications provider using CPaaS, UCaaS, CCaaS and PaaS capabilities, and IM Telecom, doing business as Infiniti Mobile, an FCC-authorized wireless Lifeline carrier.
Company news commonly addresses annual and quarterly results, gross margin trends, customer acquisition costs, the effect of government-subsidized mobile programs on Mobile Services revenue, and the expansion of hosted services such as wholesale SMS, SD-WAN, APIs and wireless POTS replacement. Updates also cover subsidiary ownership, debt repayment, distribution relationships and the company’s shift toward higher-margin recurring communications services.
KonaTel, Inc. (OTCMKTS: KTEL) announced that its subsidiary, Infiniti Mobile, has been approved by the California Public Utilities Commission to provide cellular services under the FCC's LifeLine program. This approval will allow Infiniti Mobile to serve nearly two million eligible households in California, particularly benefiting underserved rural communities. The company, with a background in subsidized telecommunications, aims to expand its market reach and improve access to vital communication services for low-income families.
KonaTel (OTCQB: KTEL) announced its participation in the Little Grapevine virtual conference on June 3, 2021. The conference features an executive video presentation by Sean McEwen, the company's Chairman, President & CEO, who also engages in a Q&A session addressing investor queries. KonaTel, primarily offering telecommunications services to small and mid-sized businesses, operates through its subsidiary Apeiron Systems, which provides a comprehensive cloud communications platform. For more details, visit www.konatel.com.
KonaTel, Inc. (KTEL) reported a 22% increase in revenues to $2.4 million for Q1 2021 compared to the prior year, driven by strong growth in both Hosted and Mobile Services. However, the company posted a net loss of $233,000 or $(0.01) per share, a downturn from a net income of $101,000 in Q1 2020. Gross profit rose to $911,000, with a slight decline in profit margin from 39.1% to 38.1%. The increase in operating expenses by 19.5% to $1.1 million is attributed to internal infrastructure enhancements. KonaTel's subsidiary received FCC approval for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program.
KonaTel, Inc. (OTCQB: KTEL) announced that its subsidiary, Infiniti Mobile, has been approved as a provider for the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program. This initiative aims to provide discounted broadband services to low-income families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The EBB program, which opened for enrollment on May 12, 2021, allocates $3.2 billion for this purpose. Infiniti Mobile, already licensed under the FCC's Lifeline program, can now enhance wireless LTE data solutions, bridging the digital divide for millions in need.
KonaTel, Inc. (OTCMKTS: KTEL) reported revenues of $9.35 million for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, a 2.0% increase from the previous year, driven by strong growth in its Hosted Services. The company achieved a net income of $238,618 or $0.01 per share, a turnaround from a net loss of $(1,584,904). Gross profit rose by 23.2%, significantly benefiting from the hosted services segment, which experienced over 84% growth. KonaTel increased its cash reserves by 103% and successfully uplisted to the OTCQB market.