24 Jul 2021

unifi brings the world’s most prestigious sports competition - Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - to all Malaysians for free

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​As one of the official broadcasters of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 in Malaysia, unifi is bringing this mega sporting event to all Malaysians for FREE for the entire Games period. Airing from 23rd July to 8th August 2021, viewers will be able to be at the heart of the action, all from the comfort of their own homes via unifi TV and anywhere via the unifi PlayTV app. The 17-day Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 kicks off with the Opening Ceremony on 23rd July 2021. The highly anticipated event with over 200 nations participating will feature 33 sports at 339 events, encompassing 50 disciplines taking place across 42 venues in Japan, making it the first city in Asia to host the Summer Olympic Games twice."As the nation's leading converged service provider, unifi always has the people's interest at heart and we are always committed to providing the best experience to all. So, as the official broadcaster of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, we are delighted to offer free broadcast of the Olympic Games for all Malaysians to enjoy. We understand that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 had to be rescheduled to this year and many, especially sports enthusiasts, felt the setback. Hence we want to ensure that every Malaysian now can tune in and catch the actions of our national athletes competing at the Games without worrying about additional subscription costs. Furthermore, they can enjoy unlimited entertainment at home through our unifi TV and anywhere via unifi PlayTV app," said Anand Vijayan, Chief Commercial Officer, Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM).Sharing this historic moment with all Malaysians, unifi will broadcast the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 for free on unifi TV at the comfort of your home via unifi Set-Top-Box or unifi Plus Box and anywhere via unifi PlayTV app at no extra cost, for a worry-free and best viewing experience. Throughout the Olympic Games, unifi subscribers can watch all the 33 sports and 339 events on 13 unifi Sports HD channels as below:unifi Sports 1 HD (Channel 701) to unifi Sports 5 (Channel 705)unifi Sports 6 HD (Channel 709) to unifi Sports 13 HD (Channel 716)Meanwhile, for members of the public without a unifi TV subscription, you can still watch the prestigious Games for FREE on the unifi PlayTV app by downloading the app from Google PlayStore and Apple App Store. Existing unifi PlayTV app users just need to log in to enjoy the Games on the app while new unifi PlayTV app users can simply create an account to watch the Games anywhere and anytime through their mobile devices for free.Through unifi's exclusive suite of offerings for the Home, existing customers will get to enjoy an enhanced unifi experience via value-for-money unifi packages bundles with devices. Customers can add on a unifi Plus Box with just RM20 per month to enjoy the live games in a multi-room. To ensure the best Wi-Fi dead-spot free experience for everyone in the household, customers just need to add on from RM15 per month to get a Mesh Wi-Fi.To help you get FREE unlimited entertainment from the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, visit https://unifi.com.my/tv/packages/unifi-playtv.html to know about when, where, and how to catch every unbelievable moment of the Olympics actions.

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12 Jul 2021
TM announces appointment of new chairman; records highest appreciation to predecessor

​Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM) today announced the departure of Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke Salleh as Chairman of TM Board with effect on 31 July 2021 and the appointment of its new Chairman, Dato' Mohammed Azlan Hashim effective 1 August 2021. On behalf of TM Group, the Board of Directors, expressed their highest appreciation to Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke Salleh for his leadership and contribution to the TM Group during his tenure. "The entire Board, management and Warga TM would like to record our heartfelt gratitude to Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke, an exemplary role model in upholding governance and integrity and a highly respected corporate figure; who has brought his vast insights in industry and commercial to benefit the TM Group. Together with the Board, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) and management, we have charted the next phase of growth for the company under the New TM Transformation 2021-2023, anchored on 40+ Value Programmes. This has already seen a strong start with quarterly growth across all lines of business and improved operations. Under his stewardship, TM has also continued to serve and support the nation throughout the Movement Control Order (MCO) period, ensuring Malaysians stay safe and connected at home and remain productive; whilst extending humanitarian aid to those in need during these challenging times." Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke was appointed as Chairman of TM Board in May 2020. Commenting on the new Chairman's appointment, the Board said, "We are happy to welcome Dato' Mohammed Azlan Hashim as the new Chairman of TM Board. He is a highly respected corporate figure with extensive experience in investment and financial services; most notably as a Board member of Khazanah Nasional Berhad (Khazanah) and the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF). He brings a wealth of industry and commercial insights, which will broaden and enrich the Board's overall expertise. We look forward to Dato' Azlan's guidance, counsel and leadership as the Company continues on its transformation journey and next phase of growth and value creation. As the enabler of Digital Malaysia, TM is committed to playing our part to support all our customer segments across homes, businesses, industry as well as the public sector with connectivity, digital infrastructure and solutions towards economic recovery." "We would like to wish Tan Sri Dato' Seri Mohd Bakke all the best in his future undertakings. On that note, we would also like to welcome Dato' Mohammed Azlan as the new Chairman of TM," concluded the Board. PROFILE OF DATO' MOHAMMED AZLAN HASHIM Dato' Mohammed Azlan Hashim is presently a Board member of Khazanah since 1 April 2020. He is also a Board member and the Investment Panel Chairman of the EPF. He is also currently the Chairman of several public listed entities including D&O Green Technologies Berhad, Marine & General Berhad and IHH Healthcare Berhad. He has extensive working experience in the corporate sectors including financial services and investments. Among others, he served as Chief Executive of Bumiputra Merchant Bankers Berhad, Managing Director of Amanah Capital Malaysia Berhad and Executive Chairman of Bursa Malaysia Berhad. He holds a Bachelor of Economics from Monash University, Melbourne and is a qualified Chartered Accountant. He is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Australia, Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, and Member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants.

09 Dec 2024
Unifi Mobile Honours Chinatown’s Heritage Through Immersive 5G Experiences

Kuala Lumpur, 9 December 2024 – Unifi Mobile and Unifi Business participated in the recent KL Chinatown Festival 2024 as the Official Telco Partner. KL’s Chinatown district came alive with fun filled activities to celebrate the local art scene, showcase its unique culture and support entrepreneurs. Located in the Petaling Street area, Chinatown offers a rich heritage with a unique mix of traditional Chinese and Malaysian architecture, and lively market stalls, attracting locals and tourists alike. As an official partner, Unifi played up this cultural and economic tapestry, engaging visitors and businesses during the festival. Jasmine Lee, Unifi’s Chief Commercial Officer, Consumer, said, "Petaling Street is a melting pot of diversity, culture and entrepreneurship. Our participation in the recent KL Chinatown Festival underscores our commitment to celebrating this historic landmark by supporting its art scene and local businesses through digitalisation.” “Our augmented reality (AR) mural painting added an innovative digital layer to Chinatown’s vibrant street art, blending creativity with 5G technology. We also empowered local entrepreneurs, offering complimentary workshops, as well as business consultations to help them in their digital transformation. These efforts align with our Digital Powerhouse aspirations to make technology more accessible, enabling a Digital Malaysia,” Jasmine added.   Bringing street art to life Contributing to Chinatown’s rich and vibrant art scene, Unifi Mobile collaborated with a local artist to create a mural that symbolises the bold and vibrant spirit of young Malaysians. Powered by UNI5G, Unifi Mobile brought the mural to life through AR, offering visitors a unique way to engage with and experience street art via their smart devices.   Championing the next generation of creative talents, Unifi Mobile also served as the partner and prize sponsor for the AR Fest KL 2024 that took place during the same weekend. Recognised by Opensignal* in 2023 as a global winner in 5G download speeds, Unifi Mobile offers seamless connectivity and a variety of value-driven plans that enable these innovative ideas. UNI5G Postpaid 39 subscribers now receive an additional 200GB of 5G data for only RM1 per month, complementing existing 30GB of 5G & 4G data and unlimited calls. For those seeking the latest devices, Unifi Mobile Postpaid includes 5G phones and unlimited 5G data starting from RM49 per month. Additionally, Unifi Broadband customers who switch to Unifi Mobile will receive six months’ complimentary UNI5G Postpaid 69, which includes unlimited 5G + 4G data, unlimited calls, and 60GB hotspot.   Empowering local businesses Unifi Business, the digital solutions partner to Malaysia’s micro, small and medium enterprises, played a part at the festival, offering complimentary workshops on Digital Marketing Solutions and business consultations to local businesses in Chinatown. This provided local entrepreneurs deeper insights into how to expand their brand presence among today’s digital customers and grow their businesses through Unifi Business’ solutions that are tailored to their needs.   For more information on Unifi, visit @unifi on Instagram, @unifi.mobile on TikTok, or @weareunifi on Facebook.   *Opensignal Awards – 5G Global Mobile Network Experience Report, Group 1, October 2023, based on independent analysis of mobile measurements recorded during the period 1 January – 29 June 2023 © 2024 Opensignal Limited.

18 Aug 2023
Telekom Malaysia Unveils AIDENTITI™ KITA: A Generative AI Music Video to Celebrate Malaysia’s Diversity for Hari Kemerdekaan and Hari Malaysia 2023

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