24 Jul 2021
unifi brings the world’s most prestigious sports competition - Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 - to all Malaysians for free
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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Get industry insights from the minds of leaders & experts in the inaugural official TM Blog
Telekom Malaysia Berhad ("TM" or "the Group") recently unveiled its Official TM Blog, providing direct access to thoughts and insights from the Group's top leaders and subject matter experts in the telco and technology sector. Following the strides of some of the world's biggest tech firms, the blog intends to become a one-stop information centre for key decision makers, analysts as well as the media, allowing them to get the latest industry happenings, new ideas, analyses as well as trends in digital technologies and transformation, sustainability, organisational culture and various other exciting topics. Written to engage and inspire an informed global audience, the articles are clustered into four segments namely Ideas, Trends, Achievements, and Insights. Readers can also bookmark articles and subscribe to the content that matters to them, as well as share the articles via social media. The Official TM Blog is updated monthly, and is accessible from the main page of TM's corporate website, https://www.tm.com.my or directly from https://blog.tm.com.my/.
TM Strengthens National Talent Pipeline with RM25 Million through Yayasan TM Future Leaders Scholarships 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, 11 August 2025 – Telekom Malaysia Berhad (“TM” or “the Group”), through its foundation arm Yayasan TM (YTM), has awarded RM25 million in scholarships under the Yayasan TM Future Leaders Scholarship 2025, reaffirming the Group’s steadfast commitment to nurturing talent, supporting education and nation building. The scholarships will support students pursuing strategic fields including Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science and Analytical Economics at TM’s wholly owned Multimedia University (MMU), local public universities (IPTA), as well as leading institutions in the United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and Singapore. Amar Huzaimi Md Deris, Group Chief Executive Officer of TM and Deputy Chairman of Yayasan TM said, “At TM, we are committed to exemplifying how success and greater purpose can go hand in hand, as demonstrated by the positive impact we create for our communities and the nation. Through this scholarship, we are enabling the next generation of leaders who will drive innovation, create meaningful change, and empower Malaysia’s digital future. We are proud to support their journey as we move together towards our aspiration of becoming a Digital Powerhouse by 2030.” The 2025 scholarship cycle for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) leavers attracted more than 10,300 applications nationwide, a reflection of the programme’s growing reach and reputation. Applicants went through a rigorous, transparent selection process which included stringent academic screening, online aptitude and competency tests, and final interviews conducted by Behavioural Event Interview (BEI)-certified panels. The recipients were celebrated at a presentation ceremony held recently at Dewan Tun Canselor, Multimedia University (MMU), Cyberjaya, attended by esteemed parents, TM and MMU leaders, and a representative from the Ministry of Higher Education. Ainol Shaharina Sahar, Director of Yayasan TM remarked, “We are proud to welcome these bright young minds into the YTM family. Beyond financial sponsorship, the Future Leaders recipients will also embark on a comprehensive, end-to-end development programme designed to shape holistic and well-rounded individuals, while equipping them with future-ready skills, both in digital proficiency and employability. We believe these young talents will go on to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful difference for Malaysia’s future.” Since its inception in 1994, Yayasan TM has supported more than 18,000 students through various education initiatives, with total investments of more than RM650 million to date. Through these efforts, TM continues to contribute towards building a stronger digital talent ecosystem while supporting equitable access to education. Applications for the next undergraduate intake (September 2025) will open soon for students with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 who demonstrate academic brilliance, leadership traits and active co-curricular involvement. Details will be available via Yayasan TM’s official social media channels and website at https://ytm.tm.com.my.
TM IS SUPPORTIVE OF INITIATIVES THAT ENHANCE THE BENEFITS OF 5G; HAS VAST FIBRE COVERAGE TO SUPPORT ITS IMPLEMENTATION
TM acknowledges the decision made by the Government on the 5G dual network. We remain supportive of initiatives that enhance the benefits of 5G technology for the rakyat, businesses, and the nation as a whole. We trust this will drive Malaysia's digital transformation, advancing connectivity, innovation, and economic growth across sectors. As Malaysia’s leading fibre infrastructure provider, TM has extensive nationwide fibre coverage, robust digital platforms, and proven rollout experience. We leverage our core competencies to support the industry’s technological advancement, including the 5G ecosystem. TM is committed to providing high-quality converged digital offerings across various segments of its customers. We remain focused on delivering 5G services and solutions to our consumers and business segments. Our priority is to ensure that all customers continue to have seamless access to reliable 5G services and ecosystem. With a goal to be a Digital Powerhouse by 2030, TM is committed to playing a key role in building a digital nation, continuously supporting the 5G ecosystem, and driving digital innovation for all Malaysians.
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