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June 30, 2020
Five more initiatives receive funding out of Smart Axiata’s 1 Million USD COVID-19 Relief Fund
The next round of recipients from Smart Axiata’s 1 Million USD COVID-19…
June 29, 2020
Smart Axiata announces winner of Cambodia’s first Smart PUBG Mobile Tournament
Following one month of intense competition, Angkor PUBG emerged victorious in the…
May 21, 2020
Smart Axiata identifies first batch of grant recipients of Smart’s 1 Million USD COVID-19 Relief Fund
Smart Axiata announced today that it has begun disbursing funds from its…
March 30, 2020
Smart Axiata announces 1 Million USD COVID-19 Relief Fund
Fund launched in addition to an array of measures undertaken by Smart…
March 23, 2020
Smart Axiata encourages social distancing with additional FREE data
Advises all customers to utilize self-service options and digital channels more Phnom…
March 11, 2020
Cambodia’s Digital Literacy and Internet Safety Pilot Program Concludes
Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications operator, announced the online video competition…
February 7, 2020
STYLE, the winning team of SmartStart Cycle 3, is heading to Singapore
Phnom Penh, 7th February 2020: SmartStart Young Innovator Program Cycle 3 found…
January 14, 2020
Smart Axiata launches the Kingdom’s first PUBG Mobile Tournament
Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications operator, unveiled the first Smart PUBG…
January 13, 2020
Pi Pay – SmartLuy merger receives go ahead from NBC
1st June 2020 For Immediate Release Smart Axiata Co., Ltd. (“Smart”) and…
December 18, 2019
Smart Axiata Given Audience with Prime Minister
On the occasion of Smart Axiata’s 10th anniversary, the company vowed to…
December 11, 2019
300,000 USD worth of SmartEdu Scholarships awarded to another 20 high school students for their university education
Ceremony coincided with the commencement of the SmartEdu Induction Camp for all scholars Phnom Penh, 11th December 2019: Twenty bright Cambodian high–school…
November 29, 2019
Smile Charity Concert by Smart for Kantha Bopha Hospital
Smart Axiata invests 100,000 USD to raise awareness of the Cambodia Kantha…
November 20, 2019
Smart Axiata, Google and GSMA to partner on Digital Literacy Program
Pilot to be carried out in 3 provinces with the support from…
November 7, 2019
Creating Sustainable Impact for the Future
Smart Axiata showcases sustainability and social impact practices in its 10th year…
October 15, 2019
SmallWorld SmallBand (SWSB) releases new album on Pleng by Smart
The forthcoming album features themes of maturity, love and life Phnom Penh,…
October 14, 2019
SmartEdu USDP Cohort 2 outstanding performers awarded
Another 48 top university students complete their 13-day business leadership journey Following…
August 24, 2019
Smart Axiata partners with Liger Leadership Academy to pilot the Kingdom’s first Female Frisbee League
The Liger Leadership Academy in partnership with Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications operator…
August 5, 2019
GigaGigs by Smart to revolutionize market research in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, 5th August 2019: Smart Axiata announced the launch of a…
July 23, 2019
SmartScale powered by Seedstars to host its Demo Day in Phnom Penh
Mekong Strategic Partners and Seedstars World strengthen the Cambodian tech ecosystem by…
July 17, 2019
G-Devith releases first album ‘Reborn’ on Pleng by Smart
Phnom Penh, 17th July 2019: Self-taught songwriter, rapper and acclaimed stylist Ngoun…
July 8, 2019
5G by Smart: First Live Trial Showcase in Cambodia
Empowering Cambodia for the Future of Connectivity and Digital Lifestyle Phnom Penh,…
June 28, 2019
Smart launches Digital Application Program Interface (API) Platform
‘Ideamart powered by Smart’ to provide developers access to multiple resources Phnom…
June 13, 2019
Smart Axiata recognized by GBFR for the fifth consecutive year
Phnom Penh, 13 June 2019: Global Banking and Finance Review (GBFR) awarded…
June 9, 2019
Innovation aplenty at SmartStart Cycle 3
Phnom Penh, 9th June 2019: The annual SmartStart Young Innovator Program has…
June 1, 2019
Smart Axiata and World Vision continue One Goal pursuit by supporting youths through sport
“Football builds my confidence and bravery; I now dare to stand up…
May 6, 2019
Robot assistance in store for Smart Shop visitors
Phnom Penh, 6th May 2019: Meet Oun Smart, a robot shop assistant…
May 2, 2019
SALA and GoGames expand SADIF’s portfolio to eight
The Smart Axiata Digital Innovation Fund (SADIF) announced its latest investments into…
April 22, 2019
Cambodia launches its first Tech Startup Report
‘Startup Kingdom’ highlights achievements and opportunities of startup ecosystem in 2018 Cambodia’s…
April 8, 2019
SmartScale powered by Seedstars to be launched in May
Mekong Strategic Partners to accelerate up to 15 Cambodian-based startups through early…
April 3, 2019
Smart Axiata’s mHealth partner BIMA wins GSMA GLOMO ‘Best Mobile Innovation for Health & Biotech’ Award
BIMA, Smart Axiata’s partner for delivering mobile-based health and insurance products to…
March 25, 2019
Smart Axiata and Phnom Penh Crown extend their partnership to boost youth football in Cambodia
Cambodia’s leading mobile operator Smart Axiata announced today a new two-year partnership…
March 12, 2019
SADIF invests into Okra and Sousdey
The Smart Axiata Digital Innovation Fund (SADIF) announced its latest investments into…
February 19, 2019
Pleng by Smart unveiled for all music lovers
Partnership with Hungama, India’s leading digital entertainment company and local entertainment powerhouse…
February 1, 2019
Chinese visitors to Cambodia get an entertaining travel companion: Smart WeChat Go SIM!
Phnom Penh, 1st February 2019: The leading Cambodian mobile operator and network…
February 1, 2019
SomJot wins Singapore Tech Trip from SmartStart Cycle 2
Phnom Penh, 1st February 2019: After impressing a panel of judges at…
January 28, 2019
Smart Community Cup promotes football for development to over 600 Cambodian youth
Phnom Penh, 28th January 2019: Smart Axiata hosted a football competition and…
December 29, 2018
Smart extends SmartPay into Apple ecosystem
Phnom Penh, 29th December 2018: All Smart Axiata customers can now buy…
December 21, 2018
Smart Axiata commercially launches eSIM.
Phnom Penh, 21st December 2018: Smart Axiata scored another ‘FIRST’ in market,…
December 19, 2018
Smart Axiata wins Frost & Sullivan’s Cambodia Mobile Data Service of the Year and Mobile Service Provider of the Year Awards
Phnom Penh, 19th December 2018: Smart Axiata was selected by market research…
December 17, 2018
Cambodia’s First VoWi-Fi Service Launched
Smart Axiata introduces Smart Wi-Fi Calling Phnom Penh, 17th December 2018: Smart…
December 1, 2018
Smart Axiata awards top performers of inaugural SmartEdu USDP
48 outstanding university students complete 13-days business leadership journey Phnom Penh, 1st…
October 26, 2018
Latest Apple iPhones available at Smart Shops from 2nd November
Customers can pre-order from 26th October to 1st November and receive loads…
October 21, 2018
First Cambodia Tech Summit draws thousands of tech enthusiasts
Joonaak Delivery wins Seedstars’ Best Startup Cambodia award, stands to win up…
October 19, 2018
Connecting Cambodia to a Sustainable Future
Connecting Cambodia to a Sustainable Future Phnom Penh, 19th October 2018: Smart…
October 18, 2018
SADIF invests in Agribuddy
Phnom Penh, 18th October 2018: Smart Axiata Digital Innovation Fund (SADIF) became…
October 2, 2018
Tripartite MoU signed to spur the Kingdom’s ICT resources
Smart Axiata launches inaugural University Student Development Program Phnom Penh, 2nd October…
September 23, 2018
World Vision and Smart Axiata kick another Goal for Cambodian Youth
Phnom Penh, 23 September, 2018 – Building on the successful pilot project…
September 10, 2018
Charlie Puth unveiled as Smart Mega Concert headliner
Phnom Penh, 10th September 2018: American pop sensation Charlie Puth will headline…
August 18, 2018
SmartSpark: A new entrepreneurship program to tackle the Sustainable Development Goals
Impact Hub Phnom Penh and Smart Axiata are proud to announce the…
August 10, 2018
Watch English Premier League and Spanish LaLiga football matches LIVE with Smart Axiata and iflix
Phnom Penh, 10th August 2018: Smart Axiata’s digital entertainment partner iflix, the…
August 7, 2018
Nham24 announced as latest SADIF investee
Phnom Penh, 7th August 2018: Smart Axiata Digital Innovation Fund (SADIF) has…
July 21, 2018
MPTC and Smart Axiata celebrate a groundbreaking ceremony of new mobile network infrastructure in Kampong Chhnang
Kampong Chhnang, 21st July 2018: In line with its commitment to expand…
June 26, 2018
Smart Axiata wins Telecom Asia Best Emerging Market Operator Award
Singapore, 27th June 2018: Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications company, was…
June 9, 2018
SmartStart cycle 2 unveils five winning teams
Phnom Penh, 9th June 2018: Five teams won 4,000 USD and a…
May 17, 2018
Smart Axiata recognized with Gold Award for Tax Compliance
Phnom Penh, 16th May 2018: Smart Axiata has been recognized by the…
April 25, 2018
Cambodia runs TOP100 APAC roundshow in anticipation of Echelon Asia Summit 2018 in Singapore
Phnom Penh, 25th April 2018: After pitching their business ideas in front…
April 9, 2018
Smart Axiata and The Asia Foundation sign 3-Year Partnership
Let’s Read! children’s digital library and next batch of e-books launched Phnom…
March 29, 2018
SmartPay to empower customers to shop on Google Play using their mobile balance
Phnom Penh, 29th March 2018. To make it easier for Smart subscribers…
March 14, 2018
Young innovators invited to apply for 2nd edition of SmartStart
Phnom Penh, 14th March 2018: Following the great success of last year’s…
March 12, 2018
Smart unveils fast, convenient home WiFi
Phnom Penh, 12th March 2018: Leading mobile telecommunications operator, Smart Axiata has…
January 28, 2018
GoSoccer wins inaugural SmartStart, gets Tech Trip to Singapore
Phnom Penh, 28th January 2018: After more than 6 months refining their…
November 20, 2017
K-Pop Superstar CL to headline next Smart Mega Concert
Phnom Penh, 20th November 2017: Hot on the heels of K-Pop sensation…
November 15, 2017
Forte Insurance to join forces with Smart Axiata and Mekong Strategic Partners on Smart Axiata Digital Innovation Fund
Joonaak Delivery, Morakot Technology and Aniwaa announced as first batch of investees…
October 31, 2017
Sabay and Smart Axiata’s flagship partnership kicks off with Soyo and StreamOn collaboration on Sabay’s 10th anniversary.
Phnom Penh, 27th October 2017: Earlier this October, Cambodia’s No.1 digital media…
October 24, 2017
Smart Axiata unveiled as Major Cineplex’s Title Sponsor
Phnom Penh, 20th October 2017: Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile operator and…
October 20, 2017
ABA Bank partners with Smart Axiata allowing customers to transfer funds between accounts
Phnom Penh, 17th October 2017 – ABA Bank, a leading Cambodian commercial bank…
October 10, 2017
Cambodia’s ICT leaders join forces: Smart Axiata and Sabay announce strategic partnership, Smart investing into Sabay
Phnom Penh, 9th October 2017: Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile operator, announced…
October 5, 2017
SmartEdu extended to fund 10 more high-school graduates in ICT through MoU with National Institute of Posts, Telecoms & ICT
Phnom Penh, 4th October 2017: Smart Axiata and the National Institute of…
September 13, 2017
Propelling Cambodia towards the Digital Future
Smart Axiata Sustainability Report 2015-2016 outlines the company’s contributions and commitment to…
September 13, 2017
Smart Axiata partners with PSE and Real Madrid Foundation through Sport for Children in Need
Phnom Penh, 13th September 2017: Non-profit organization Pour un Sourire d’Enfant, better…
August 25, 2017
Another ‘First’ by Smart Axiata: Launch of 4.5G
Leading mobile telco showcases latest technologies and announces its ongoing commitment to…
August 9, 2017
Smart Axiata and iflix seal 3-Year Exclusive Partnership
Unlimited access to iflix’s library of world’s best movies and TV series…
June 30, 2017
Girls Empowerment Storybook Collection Now Available from Let’s Read!
28 June 2017– The Asia Foundation’s Let’s Read! initiative has released eight…
June 29, 2017
Sport & Life Skills: Putting the ‘Fun’ in Functional
Phnom Penh, 18 June, 2017– International NGO World Vision and Cambodia’s leading…
June 2, 2017
SmartStart: proudly presenting the 5 winning Young Innovator Teams
Phnom Penh, 28th May 2017: Five teams of young tech innovators won 4,000…
May 25, 2017
Smart Axiata launches advanced weather intelligence service “Smart Weather”
Phnom Penh, 24th May 2017: Smart Axiata, Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications company,…
May 23, 2017
Smart Axiata supports BarCamp Cambodia 2017-2018 to promote Tech and Startups throughout Cambodia
Phnom Penh, 23rd May 2017: BarCamp officially announced Smart Axiata’s support and…
March 31, 2017
Smart Axiata launches 5 Million USD Digital Innovation Fund to power Cambodia’s Digital Economy to the next level
Phnom Penh, 28th March 2017: Smart Axiata has launched a 5 million…
March 16, 2017
Smart Sponsors Asia Foundation in TEKHUB Partnership
Phnom Penh, March 15, 2016: Smart Axiata and The Asia Foundation are…
March 3, 2017
K-Pop Superstar Rain to stage Smart Mega Concert in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia: On 9th March 2017, Smart Axiata Co., Ltd. (Smart),…
February 16, 2017
Smart Axiata will inspire next gen Young Innovators with “SmartStart”
Phnom Penh, 14th February 2017: As part of the journey towards digital…
February 10, 2017
Smart Axiata pressing ahead with its award-winning 4G broadband services, strengthening its data leadership position in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, 6th February 2017: Smart Axiata, a leading mobile telecommunications company…
January 12, 2017
Smart Axiata named Cambodia’s Mobile Service Provider 2016
Phnom Penh, 28th October 2016: Smart Axiata has been selected by market…
November 9, 2016
Apple iPhone 7 and 7 Plus go on sale at all Smart Shops
Phnom Penh, 4th November 2016: Smart Axiata officially released the iPhone 7/7…
September 26, 2016
LEAGOO and Smart jointly announce the latest flagship smartphone LEAGOO T1
Phnom Penh 22nd September 2016: Smart Axiata in cooperation with LEAGOO Cambodia…
August 23, 2016
Cambodia’s leading mobile telecommunications provider Smart signs long-term partnership with UNESCO in the name of education and becomes UNESCO’s exclusive telecom partner on quality education in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, 16th August 2016: Under the honorable presence of H.E. Dr.…
August 23, 2016
National Literacy Campaign 2015 Wins Best Community Telecom Project at Telecom Asia Awards
16th August 2016 – Smart Axiata has brought home the Best Community Telecom Project…
July 25, 2016
Smart to invest another 75 million USD during 2016 to provide the fastest, largest and most affordable Mobile Internet Service in Cambodia
PHNOM PENH, 1st July 2016: Smart reports to invest at least another…
July 12, 2016
Stand with Smart to Support Khmer Original Music
Phnom Penh, 07th July 2016: Smart announced its stance in supporting local…
May 18, 2016
Smart and Facebook connect you with 1.5 billion people worldwide for FREE
PHNOM PENH, 18th May 2016- Smart introduces Facebook Flex, a new way to…
May 5, 2016
Smart redefines customer experience at its Smart Shop Monivong
PHNOM PENH, 5th May 2016 – Smart Axiata redefines great customer experience via…
April 8, 2016
Smart Axiata and Canadia Bank Partnership Creates SmartPay
8 April 2016 Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Canadia Bank and Smart Axiata…
December 17, 2015
Smart Axiata and Universal Music Group welcome Jessie J to Cambodia to stage a world-class concert in Phnom Penh
PHNOM PENH, 12th December 2015 – Smart Axiata and Universal Music Group are proud…
December 4, 2015
Smart network & service not impacted due to the external wiring incident at Smart’s HQ
PHNOM PENH, 4 December 2015 – Smart Axiata’s main office reported an incident…
November 19, 2015
Better and Greater Smart Music
PHNOM PENH, 19th November 2015 – The leading telecommunication company, Smart Axiata has expanded…
November 18, 2015
SmartLuy, better than cash
PHNOM PENH, 16th November 2015 –Smart launched a new and better solution for cash…
November 4, 2015
Smart officially launches iPhone 6s & iPhone 6s Plus
Phnom Penh 28th October 2015. Smart Axiata will offer iPhone 6s and iPhone…
November 3, 2015
Jessie J in concert in Phnom Penh on 12.12.2015 – brought to Cambodia by Smart
PHNOM PENH, 28th October 2015 – Smart is proud to announce that Jessie J,…
October 27, 2015
It’s Time to Give Back – a Tribute to the Golden Voice of Cambodia, Sinn Sisamouth
On the afternoon of 21st October, H.E. Sun Chanthol, Minister of Commerce, and…
October 27, 2015
SMART AND PHNOM PENH CROWN FC ANNOUNCE OFFICIAL PARTNERSHIP TO PROMOTE FOOTBALL AS NATIONAL SPORT
PHNOM PENH, 6th October 2015 – Smart Axiata and Phnom Penh Crown FC today…
October 27, 2015
Smart is in search of the fastest man and woman in Cambodia
Smart Axiata announces the launch of the Smart Mega Concert 2015 tour…
September 22, 2015
Smart Axiata awarded as the Best Telecommunications Company Cambodia 2015 and Best CSR Company Cambodia 2015 by Global Banking and Finance Review
Smart Axiata awarded as the Best Telecommunications Company Cambodia 2015 and Best CSR Company Cambodia…
July 8, 2015
International Yoga Day
International Yoga Day in Cambodia Both Phnom Penh City and Siem Reap…
June 22, 2015
Smart Axiata awarded as Asia Pacific Emerging Market Telecom Service Provider of the Year 2015 by Frost & Sullivan
Phnom Penh, 22nd June 2015 – As the first Cambodian company ever, Smart Axiata…
June 12, 2015
4G LTE by Smart is now available in all 25 provinces
PHNOM PENH, 11th June 2015 – While Smart Axiata’s 2G network covers more than…
May 11, 2015
Smart redefines Music Entertainment & Experience in Cambodia with Demi World Tour 2015 in Phnom Penh
PHNOM PENH, 05th May 2015 – Smart Axiata and Universal Music are proud to…
April 13, 2015
Smart Mega Concerts touring through Cambodia again!
PHNOM PENH 16th March 2015– Smart Axiata is delighted to announce a…
April 10, 2015
Smart launches Smart Music App & Brand Ambassador Appointment
PHNOM PENH 9th Apr 2015, Smart Axiata is launching Smart Music, the…
April 10, 2015
Smart announces DEMI LOVATO in concert in Phnom Penh
Finally, overly exciting news for all Cambodians, especially for all Cambodian Lovatics.…
December 15, 2014
iPhone 6 & 6 Plus launch
Phnom Penh- Smart Axiata announced that iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are…
December 15, 2014
Smart launches 4G LTE in Siem Reap
Phnom Penh- On October 30th, Smart Axiata announced the highly-anticipated arrival of its…
October 27, 2014
Feel FIFA World Cup 2014 Fever with Sony & Smart
29th May 2014, Phnom Penh – In conjunction with 2014 FIFA World…
October 27, 2014
Vattanac Capital Tower – powered by 4G LTE from Smart
Phnom Penh — Smart Axiata announce today that Vattanac Capital Development is…
October 27, 2014
Smart 5th Year & UM Launch at Sofitel
Smart and Universal Music Group announce an exclusive partnership, the first of…
August 8, 2020
SALA selected to represent the Kingdom at Seedstars Asia Summit
Ideation program also piloted among 90 high school students in parallel with…