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Catcha Group Completes Largest Internet Transaction in Southeast Asian History With The Sale of iProperty

  • Published February 03, 2016 10:45AM UTC
  • Publisher Wholesale Investor
  • Categories Company Updates

2016 is off to an eventful start, with the sale of iProperty now final. The deal marks a significant milestone for Catcha Group and represents the first ever major exit, which is the largest Internet transaction in Southeast Asian history. We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to remain a part of the company’s journey as it embarks in it’s next stage of growth with its acquirer, REA.

Dates are locked in for Wild Digital 2016, back by popular demand! This year will be bigger and better – featuring over 60 speakers, all new workshops and activities. Be sure to save June 8 and 9 in your calendars so you don’t miss out on opportunities to network and connect with Internet leaders from all over the world.

REA READIES FOR EAST ASIA PUSH ON TOP OF iPROPERTY TAKEOVER

The Australian

SYDNEY: REA, majority-owned by News Corp, is paying $580m to buy the rest of the company that it does not own. REA previously owned a 23 per cent stake.

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DIGI AND IFLIX DEEPEN RELATIONSHIP WITH BUNDLING PACT

Digital News Asia

DIGI Telecommunications and Internet TV service iflix have announced that from Jan 26 onwards, all Digi cusotmers who sign up or upgrade to a Digi SmartPlan 65 or above will receive a free 12-month iflix subscription, valued at RM96 (US$23 at current rates).

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