Astro

MyStartr secures US$1mil in latest ECF campaign, set to operate on secondary market
MyStartr has raised US$1 million through a Fundnel campaign led by 431 investors. 
Astro uses broadband to entice commercial customers with BIZfibre
New offering comes in 5 packages, 3 with commercial TV, 2 without Marketed as legal solution to entertainment solution for the enterprise Astro today introduced BIZfibre, which it claims is a more stable high-speed broadband service that is paired with commercial TV packs. 
Astro announces Euan Daryl Smith as group CEO-designate effective Feb 2023, Henry Tan to retire Jan 2023
Board recognises Henry as inspirational leader to all at Astro Euan to continue transformation, supported by strong management
Astro strengthens its aggregator play with Netflix partnership
Customers can bundle Netflix with Astro packages, enjoy greater value Heralds another step towards building a sustainable business model    
Astro hails IP High Court’s decision on copyright infringement
Sale of boxes with unauthorised access to copyrighted works deemed illegal Industry lauds court’s judgement as bold step in right direction against piracy
Disney+ Hotstar streams in Malaysia on June 1
The long-awaited streaming service will be available in Malaysia, bringing with it Disney’s expansive catalogue and some local content.
Astro launches Ulti Box, adding to its connected boxes series
A follow up to the Astro's Ultra Box, the Ulti Box allows users to stream Astro’s content and access cloud recording in HD resolutions
Level Up KL goes virtual with Level Up Spacebar and Play-One online conference & festival
MDEC has announced a satellite event to Level Up KL, hosted virtually for both businesses and the public alike.
Astro says Allo, expands its broadband services
Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd’s partnership with Allo will see Astro reselling the service provider’s broadband services, now packaged with Astro’s content.
Astro keeps Malaysians entertained and informed during MCO
TV viewership +43%, daily time spent +30% & over 78k new Astro GO users Digital brands saw monthly unique visitors rise by 18%. Growth mainly from news brands  
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