QYOU Media Subsidiary Chatterbox Technologies Completes Successful India IPO

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QYOU Media (OTCQB: QYOUF) announced that its India subsidiary Chatterbox Technologies completed an IPO on the BSE SME platform on October 6, 2025. The offering was 52X oversubscribed and issued 3,727,200 equity shares to raise 42.86 Crore (~$6.73M CAD). The IPO closed up 17% by day two from the top-end price (115 to 135 rupees) and delivered first-two-day trading volume of 2.1M shares (~$4.2M CAD). At day-two close Chatterbox had a market capitalization of 190 Crore (~$30M CAD). QYOU Media remains the largest and majority shareholder. Indian SME trading limits apply during initial days.

Positive

• IPO raised 42.86 Crore (~$6.73M CAD)
• Book building 52X oversubscribed
• Share price +17% from top-end initial price by day two
• First two days volume 2.1M shares (~$4.2M CAD)
• Day-two market cap 190 Crore (~$30M CAD)

Negative

• Indian SME exchange trading capped at ±5% for first 10 trading days, limiting near-term price discovery
• Release contains forward-looking statements cautioning that actual results may differ materially

 Oversubscribed Issue Drives 17% Two Day Gain From Top End of Initial Pricing

Over 2.1M Shares Traded Representing Buying of Over $4.2M CAD Over First Two Days

MUMBAI, India and TORONTO, Oct. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - QYOU Media Inc., (TSXV: QYOU) (OTCQB: QYOUF), announced that its India subsidiary, ChatterBox Technologies, has successfully completed its listing on the BSE SME platform (Bombay Stock Exchange).  Chatterbox becomes the 635th company to list on the SME platform and the very first company in India to be listed in the category of social media and influencer marketing.  After a book building process that saw the company 52X oversubscribed, the issue closed 17% higher after day two from its initial top end pricing of 115 rupees ($1.81 CAD), closing Monday October 6th at 135 rupees ($2.12 CAD).  The IPO raised 42.86 Crore (approx.$6,726,000 CAD) through the issuance of 3,727,200 equity shares.  At market close on day two, Chatterbox Technologies had a market cap of 190 Crore (approximately $30M CAD). In addition, the issue received trading volume in the first two days of 2.1M shares representing over $4.2M CAD and indicative of the strong investor interest in the offering. QYOU Media remains the largest and majority shareholder of Chatterbox Technologies.

Investors should note that as per Indian SME exchange regulations, stock movement is capped at ±5% during the first 10 trading days and ±10% during the subsequent 10 trading days. Thereafter, trading limits expand to ±20%.   All trading levels are established based upon the opening pricing set at the market open each day. 

Founded in 2016, Chatterbox Technologies has played a pioneering role in India's creator economy, linking brands with influencers and creators across markets. Its creative arm, ChtrSocial, supports brands with content strategy and digital storytelling.

On opening day on Friday, the company was honored at a one hour closing bell ceremony at the BSE acknowledging the extraordinary accomplishment of being the first influencer  and social media company in the country to be publicly listed. A promotional video about Chatterbox (Chtrbox) shown during the ceremony can be seen here.  A link to the entire one hour ceremony is provided here.

QYOU Media Co-Founder and CEO and Chairman of Chatterbox Technologies, Curt Marvis was joined by Managing Director and CEO of Chatterbox Technologies Raj Mishra in a post day one opening video for shareholders which can be viewed here.

Mr. Mishra and Mr. Marvis provided a joint statement following the closing of the first day of trading, "As you will see when you watch the videos from the event, this was truly a momentous occasion for us all.  So many people...too many to list...have worked tirelessly to get this company and business to where it is today and to enable us to reach the finish line in the listing process.  As we continually say, this represents only the beginning of an exciting new path of growth and success.  The listing kicks off participation in our expanding business for all of our new investors and supporters in both India and all over the world. Perhaps more importantly, we have great confidence that investors will see the positive financial impact from what we have been working towards for over a year.  We remain laser focused on building upon what is working from a growth and bottom line perspective."

About QYOU Media

Among the fastest growing creator driven media companies, QYOU Media operates in India and the United States through its subsidiaries, producing, distributing and monetizing content created by social media influencers and digital content stars. Our influencer marketing business in India, Chtrbox, is an influencer and marketing platform and agency, connecting brands/products and social media influencers. In the United States, we power major film studios, game publishers and leading brands to create content and market via creators and influencers. Founded and managed by industry veterans from Lionsgate, MTV, Disney, Sony and TikTok. QYOU Media's millennial and Gen Z-focused content has reached more than one billion consumers. Experience our work at www.qyoumedia.com  and https://www.chtrbox.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Any statements that are contained in this news release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as "may", "should", "anticipate", "will", "estimates", "believes", "intends", "expects" and similar expressions which are intended to identify forward- looking statements. More particularly and without limitation, this news release contains forward-looking statements concerning the timeline for completion of the IPO and listing of Chatterbox Technologies on the BSE Limited and final allocations for the IPO.

Forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and the actual performance may be affected by a number of material factors, assumptions and expectations, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Readers are cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking statements may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. Additional risks and uncertainties regarding the Company are described in its publicly available disclosure documents, filed by the Company on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) except as updated herein. Readers are further cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, as such information, although considered reasonable by management of the Company at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release, and are expressly qualified by the foregoing cautionary statement. Except as expressly required by securities law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or to revise any of the included forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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FAQ

How much did Chatterbox Technologies raise in its October 6, 2025 IPO (QYOUF parent)?

The IPO raised 42.86 Crore (approximately $6.73M CAD) through issuance of 3,727,200 shares.

What was Chatterbox IPO demand and immediate price performance on October 6, 2025?

The offering was 52X oversubscribed and closed +17% from the top-end initial price by day two (115 to 135 rupees).

What market capitalization did Chatterbox Technologies reach after two days of trading?

At market close on day two Chatterbox had a market cap of 190 Crore (about $30M CAD).

How much trading volume did Chatterbox see in its first two days?

Trading volume totaled 2.1 million shares, representing over $4.2M CAD in value during the first two days.

Does QYOU Media remain an owner of Chatterbox after the IPO?

Yes, QYOU Media remains the largest and majority shareholder of Chatterbox Technologies.

Are there any initial trading restrictions on Chatterbox shares listed on the BSE SME?

Yes, SME rules cap stock movement at ±5% for the first 10 trading days, ±10% for the next 10 days, then ±20% thereafter.