iflix recently announced its selection as one of only a handful of companies to participate in the Global Acceleration and Innovation Network (GAIN), an initiative spearheaded by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) in recognition of iflix’s world-class service and proven ability to innovate at a global level.
The collaboration confirms iflix’s commitment to promote excellence and innovation in the Malaysian ICT industry, as well as showcase MDEC’s commitment to support iflix in line with its vision to expand Malaysia’s globalisation footprint.
“I would like to congratulate iflix on the opening of their new office, and achievements barely a year from when they started. Their growth rate over the past 12 months is very commendable,” said Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation CEO Dato’ Yasmin Mahmood.
Over the last 14 months, iflix has additionally spearheaded efforts to increase demand for and exposure to local content producers and distributors. iflix currently carries over 3,000 hours of Malaysian TV and film titles. The company’s upcoming iflix Originals initiative further aims to provide the Malaysian film industry an exciting new platform to push boundaries and innovate the current landscape.
“MDEC’s GAIN program was initiated for companies like iflix – the very small group ofMSC companies that have become significant players in the global arena and are able to build on their product & business model. Within this drive and determination lies the capacity to build a great, global company. iflix is a fine inspiration of and for our GAIN programme,” she added.
Offering consumers thousands of first-run exclusives, award-winning TV shows, blockbuster movies, popular Asian content, kids programs and more, each subscription provides users unlimited access to the service on up to five devices, including phones, laptops, tablets, and television sets, for viewing wherever, whenever. iflix subscribers can also download TV shows and movies from iflix’s extensive library for offline viewing. The service is priced at only RM8 per month in Malaysia for unlimited access with no ads.
