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schema_version: "secwatch.filing_event.v1"
accession: "0001493152-26-040623"
form_type: "8-K"
ticker: "KTEL"
cik: "0000845819"
company_name: "KonaTel, Inc."
filed_at: "2026-08-28T20:45:31+00:00"
generated_at: "2026-08-28T20:47:07.893513+00:00"
event_type: "regulatory"
sentiment: "negative"
materiality_score: 0.6
calibrated_materiality_score: 0.6
confidence: "high"
source: SEC EDGAR
---

# KonaTel's 51%-owned IM Telecom files FCC response to Lifeline Program violation notice

## Summary
- IM Telecom received FCC Notice on July 27, 2026 alleging Lifeline Advantage Program rule violations; response filed Aug 25, 2026.
- IM Telecom disputes termination of NLAD access, citing proper subscriber consents and monthly billing structure not subject to Non-Usage Rule.
- Claims FCC lacked due process and exceeded delegated authority; no unapproved transfer of control since KonaTel holds 51%.
- KonaTel warns FCC action could have adverse consequences, though none determined at this time.
- KonaTel owns 51% membership interest in IM Telecom; response publicly available as Exhibit 99.

## SEC filing metadata
- accession: 0001493152-26-040623
- form_type: 8-K
- ticker: KTEL
- cik: 0000845819
- company_name: KonaTel, Inc.
- filed_at: 2026-08-28T20:45:31+00:00
- event_type: regulatory
- sentiment: negative
- materiality_score: 0.6
- calibrated_materiality_score: 0.6
- confidence: high
- sec_items: 8.01, 9.01
- EDGAR index: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/845819/000149315226040623/0001493152-26-040623-index.htm
- EDGAR primary document: https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/845819/000149315226040623/form8-k.htm

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