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iFLIX LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGI KUALA LUMPUR, 2 September 2015 – iflix, Southeast Asia’s leading Internet TV service, offering subscribers unlimited access to tens of thousands of hours of entertainment for a low monthly price, is pleased to announce it has entered into a strategic agreement with telecommunications company, Digi Telecommunication Sdn Bhd (Digi) to provide iflix’s world-class service to Digi customers in Malaysia. In accordance with the agreement, Digi customers can now charge their iflix subscriptions (RM10/month for monthly subscriptions or RM8/month for annual subscriptions) to their postpaid or prepaid Digi accounts through integrated mobile carrier billing. Along with a seamless payment experience, Digi customers will additionally receive a 60-day access to iflix’s world class service, compliments of Digi. Further, customers who subscribe to an iflix monthly subscription plan will be entitled to an extra 1GB internet data quota to stream iflix on Digi’s network at no extra charge. Recognized as one of Forbes’ World’s Most Innovative Companies 2014, Digi continues to lead the Malaysian telecommunications industry with its innovative product and service offerings, which include building a mobile Internet environment that delivers a superior, high-quality digital experience to the company’s more than 11 million customers nationwide. Said Azran Osman-Rani, iflix Group COO and CEO of iflix Malaysia: “iflix is committed to providing a world class service that allows Malaysians to access the world’s best TV shows and Movies whenever, wherever. Our partnership with Digi allows us to further deliver on this commitment by bringing together two companies with a common vision, and a focus on innovative initiatives designed to create awesome experiences for Malaysians on their mobile devices”. Christian Thrane, Digi’s Chief Marketing Officer, commented: “As a movie buff who also enjoys my fair share of TV, I’m certain that many fans have been crying out for a service like this for a long time. iflix’s high quality, on-demand video streaming can be enjoyed conveniently on any mobile device while on the go, which is great for those looking to take a break from a long day or during their commute. We are excited to partner with iflix to bring this service to all our customers”.

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iFLIX LAUNCHES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGI KUALA LUMPUR, 2 September 2015 – iflix, Southeast Asia’s leading Internet TV

service, offering subscribers unlimited access to tens of thousands of hours of

entertainment for a low monthly price, is pleased to announce it has entered into a

strategic agreement with telecommunications company, Digi Telecommunication Sdn

Bhd (Digi) to provide iflix’s world-class service to Digi customers in Malaysia.

In accordance with the agreement, Digi customers can now charge their iflix subscriptions

(RM10/month for monthly subscriptions or RM8/month for annual subscriptions) to their

postpaid or prepaid Digi accounts through integrated mobile carrier billing. Along with a

seamless payment experience, Digi customers will additionally receive a 60-day access

to iflix’s world class service, compliments of Digi. Further, customers who subscribe to an

iflix monthly subscription plan will be entitled to an extra 1GB internet data quota to

stream iflix on Digi’s network at no extra charge.

Recognized as one of Forbes’ World’s Most Innovative Companies 2014, Digi continues

to lead the Malaysian telecommunications industry with its innovative product and service

offerings, which include building a mobile Internet environment that delivers a superior,

high-quality digital experience to the company’s more than 11 million customers

nationwide.

Said Azran Osman-Rani, iflix Group COO and CEO of iflix Malaysia: “iflix is committed to

providing a world class service that allows Malaysians to access the world’s best TV

shows and Movies whenever, wherever. Our partnership with Digi allows us to further

deliver on this commitment by bringing together two companies with a common vision,

and a focus on innovative initiatives designed to create awesome experiences for

Malaysians on their mobile devices”.

Christian Thrane, Digi’s Chief Marketing Officer, commented: “As a movie buff who also

enjoys my fair share of TV, I’m certain that many fans have been crying out for a service

like this for a long time. iflix’s high quality, on-demand video streaming can be enjoyed

conveniently on any mobile device while on the go, which is great for those looking to

take a break from a long day or during their commute. We are excited to partner with iflix

to bring this service to all our customers”.

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“With our partnership, Digi customers have the added convenience and ease of being

able to pay for their iflix subscription via their postpaid bills or prepaid credit, eliminating

the need for entering credit card details. In addition, Digi customers get 60 days to try the

service without charge, which they can enjoy while streaming on Digi’s high-speed 4G

LTE and 3G network whenever, wherever. To top it off, after the 60-day period, we are

also giving customers who continue to subscribe for a monthly iflix subscription an

additional 1GB of internet quota each month for free to stream iflix content up to 31

March 2016,” Thrane added.

Now available in Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines, iflix will continue to roll out its

world class service to additional key Southeast Asian markets in the coming months, With

over 200,000 subscribers in less than 3 months since launch, iflix offers consumers the

largest library of top U.S., Asian regional, and local TV shows and movies available in the

region. Each subscription allows users to access the service on five Internet capable

devices such as mobile, tablet, computer, or television set, for viewing whenever,

wherever. The service is priced at only RM8 per month in Malaysia for unlimited access.

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ABOUT iFLIX

iflix is a partnership between highly successful, disruptive local entrepreneurs and

Hollywood heavyweights. Catcha Group and Evolution Media Capital have joined

together to create an Internet TV service for Southeast Asia that provides access to tens

of thousands of hours of top TV shows and movies from all over the world. From

Hollywood and Hong Kong, Seoul and Shanghai, Thailand and Tokyo, iflix places the

entertainment you want at your fingertips. For one incredibly low monthly fee, subscribers

to iflix have unlimited access on their mobile phone, laptop, tablet, TV… wherever,

whenever.

Let’s play.

ABOUT DIGI

Digi provides mobile voice, Internet and digital services to over 11 million customers in

Malaysia. Through its mission of 'Internet for All', Digi is committed to driving Malaysia's

growth by building a mobile Internet environment that enables true connectivity, creating

socio-economic development and aiding businesses to prosper. Digi.Com Berhad is

listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad [Bloomberg: DIGIMK;

Bursa Malaysia: Digi (6947)] and is part of the global telecommunications provider,

Telenor Group.

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For media enquiries, please contact:

Peggy Lee Mark Britt Corporate Communications iflix Group CEO [email protected] [email protected] +60 122 178 345