KUALA LUMPUR, 9 July 2025 — XOX BHD, in collaboration with mobile retail partner 3cat – Malaysia’s largest upcycled smartphone retailer, has launched a bold new campaign to make premium smartphone ownership more affordable for everyday Malaysians. With RM800 instant savings on selected iPhones, customers can own upcycled Apple devices from just RM399, backed by a one-year warranty, flexible instalment options, and unlimited 5G through the XOX SmartPlan800, priced at only RM89/month.
Bridging The Digital Divide
More than just a promo, the campaign is part of XOX’s commitment to bridging the digital divide. As smartphones become essential for work, study, and life, XOX is focused on empowering users, not locking them into overpriced bundles or unclear commitments. “This is a movement, not just a promo,” said Datuk Kenneth Vun, Managing Director of XOX BHD.
“We’re doing this to democratize technology, to ensure more people, especially underserved groups, can own premium devices and stay connected with high-speed data.”
Giving Tech a Second Life
3cat is Malaysia’s go-to destination for trusted, affordable used smartphones and electronics. Whether shopping online or in-store at 3cat’s 21 retail locations, customers enjoy a seamless experience with quality-checked devices, transparent pricing, and eco-friendly impact. By giving tech a second life, 3cat helps people save money and reduce electronic waste, without compromising on performance or peace of mind.
Pay Less, Stay Connected
With the RM800 discount applied, customers can get the iPhone 12 (64GB) for RM399, iPhone 13 (128GB) for RM799, and iPhone 15 Pro Max (256GB) for RM3,199. The savings are applied upfront, not staggered, giving customers full visibility and real value. To qualify, customers simply sign up for the XOX SmartPlan800, which includes unlimited 5G data and calls for RM89/month. The device and plan are kept separate, no hidden fees, no bundled gimmicks, no inflated monthly bills. All devices are professionally tested for quality and come with an industry-leading one-year warranty. Customers can pay upfront or via instalment, with devices available immediately at any of 3cat’s 21 outlets nationwide.
Xanderia and CXL Group Forge Strategic Partnership to Redefine the Future of Earned Wage Access
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 16 June 2025– Xanderia, a leader in Shariah-compliant
financial solutions, and CXL Group, a HR outsourcing solutions provider, have partnered to redefine earned wage access in Malaysia. This collaboration integrates financial accessibility with workforce efficiency, ensuring employees gain secure and ethical access to their earnings.
Together, we are transforming how employees access their earned wages. With Xanderia’s on-demand pay solution seamlessly integrated into CXL’s full-suite HR and Payroll platform, we are giving employees what they need most control, flexibility, and peace of mind.
Through this partnership, Kanz PaydayNow—a financial empowerment platform—will be introduced, offering employees a seamless way to access their wages before payday. By combining CXL’s expertise in HR management with Xanderia’s Shariah-compliant financial framework, the initiative aims to enhance workplace financial well-being while fostering responsible financial practices.
"We believe financial accessibility should be seamless, ethical, and empowering. By working with CXL, we are bridging the gap between HR operations and financial solution to benefit employees and businesses alike," said Razi Pahlavi, Chairman and CEO of Xanderia.
"This partnership reflects our belief and commitment in HR’s evaluation to meet dynamic workplace needs. By combining technology and HR, the partnership aims to create an “people-first environment” that supports employee well-being and drives organisational success in Malaysia" added Fariz Abdullah CEO of CXL.
About Xanderia
Founded in 2020, Xanderia is a Shariah-compliant digital finance provider, offering
innovative personal financing solutions through its SPaaS platform. With a focus on financial inclusion, it leverages AI, API integration, and data analytic to optimise Islamic financing for individuals and businesses. Xanderia’s flagship offering, Kanz PaydayNow, enables earned wage access in a secure and ethical manner. Positioned for regional expansion, the company aims to be Southeast Asia’s first Islamic finance unicorn while championing financial empowerment and sustainability.
About CXL
CXL is a leading HR outsourcing and workforce solutions provider, renowned for its
expertise in HR & Payroll Outsourcing, Contingent Workforce, and Learning, Development & Consulting. With a strong focus on optimizing workforce efficiency, CXL supports businesses in streamlining operations, enhancing employee well-being, and implementing forward- thinking financial access models. Its strategic initiatives aim to integrate financial exclusivity with HR frameworks, driving sustainable business growth.
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KFC Malaysia is bringing explosive taste to its fried chicken that’ll surely ignite your senses and put your spice tolerance to test. Joining the iconic Original Recipe and Hot & Spicy, exclusively for a limited time only, is the brand-NEW KFC Extra Spicy & Crispy!
Even spicier and crunchier with dynamic flavours that will sizzle your taste buds, KFC Extra Spicy & Crispy dialled up the spice-o-meter by a few notches, made for spicy-loving Malaysians. To create this new flavour sensation, fresh chicken pieces are marinated in a new marinade recipe, then double hand-breaded with our new seasoning mixes giving a crispier coating to the exterior while retaining juices on the inside.
