Celcom-Digi merger to deliver RM8 bln cost synergies 

KUALA LUMPUR: CGS-CIMB Securities remains positive on the completion of the Celcom-Digi (CDB) merger on Nov 30, 2022, as the firm believes management will be able to deliver on the substantial RM8 billion net present value of cost synergies (net of integration cost). It said the bulk of this will be via network integration (RM5.5 […]

Migrate to 4G now

KUCHING: It is critical that 3G users migrate to 4G now to ensure minimal disruption once the 3G network shuts down nationwide by the end of this year, said Nesakumar Retnasamy, head of Network Engineering at Digi. Through this migration, he said Malaysians would be able to enjoy the many essential benefits that 4G brings. […]

Digi’s youth internet plan now comes with unlimited access to TikTok, Instagram

KUALA LUMPUR: Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (Digi) has enhanced its current student internet plan, now renamed “Pakej Data Khas Belia,” which comes with unlimited access to two popular social media apps, TikTok and Instagram. In a statement, the mobile connectivity and internet services provider said the plan, which used to be exclusive for students, is […]

Axiata, Telenor ink agreements for Celcom-Digi merger

KUALA LUMPUR: Axiata Group Bhd, Telenor Asia Pte Ltd and Digi.Com Bhd (Digi) had signed agreements for the merger of Celcom Axiata Bhd (Celcom) and Digi, referred to as MergeCo. In a joint statement today, the parties said the signing of the agreement signified a confirmation of their intent to establish a commercially stronger and […]

Digi extends free 30GB internet per month to support B40

KUALA LUMPUR: Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd strengthens its commitment to support the Bottom 40 (B40) community by extending its offer of free 30GB Productivity Internet per month (1GB daily) until July 31, 2021 and continuing to aid the nation’s home-based e-learning and remote working needs. All active postpaid and prepaid customers will continue to enjoy […]

Digi, TNG Digital to accelerate digital growth for enterprises

KUALA LUMPUR: Digi Business and TNG Digital Sdn Bhd are teaming up to help micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) digitalise and grow their business with a complete suite of essential digital solutions, connectivity and e-wallet facilities. Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd chief business officer Eugene Teh said the parties will leverage each other’s expertise to […]

Digi launches upgraded postpaid plan

KUALA LUMPUR: Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd has unveiled an upgraded Digi Postpaid plan to help more Malaysians bounce back to recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. Chief marketing officer Praveen Rajan said the new plan continues to deliver more simplicity and great value especially during these uncertain times. “The new Digi Postpaid now comes with simpler […]

DiGi’s Q4 net profit slips to RM280 mln

KUALA LUMPUR: DiGi.com Bhd’s net profit eased to RM280.17 million in the fourth quarter ended Dec 31, 2020 (Q4 2020), from RM342.92 million in Q4 2019. Revenue also slid to RM1.56 billion from RM1.67 billion previously, despite growth in internet and digital contribution, it said in a filing with Bursa Malaysia today. The telecommunication service […]

Shop local with Digi and Shopee

KUCHING: Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (Digi) celebrates the spirit of patriotism with the ‘Kita Buatan Malaysia’ campaign in conjunction with the nation’s 63rd year of independence. “Digi aims to instil national pride and rally Malaysians to support these home-grown businesses by leveraging on digital technology. “We are assisting these local brands to extend their reach […]

Celcom, Digi, Maxis inks MOU to explore joint fibre infrastructure development

KUALA LUMPUR: Celcom Axiata Bhd, Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd and Maxis have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore joint fibre infrastructure development to efficiently deploy fibre backhaul and rollout fibre to base stations in the country. In a joint statement here today, the three telcos said the collaboration would enable improved 4G connectivity nationwide, in line with […]