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Malaysians could have a little extra mobile data to work with this Merdeka season, with eligible users set to receive 10GB of free internet data in conjunction with the 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.
The initiative, introduced under the Rahmah Rebate Incentive, is a collaboration between the Communications Ministry and five major telecommunications providers &mdash; CelcomDigi, Maxis, TM, U Mobile and YES.
Both eligible prepaid and postpaid Malaysian users will be able to benefit from the offer.
5GB On National Day, Another 5GB On Malaysia Day
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said the free data will be split across the two national celebrations.
Eligible users will receive:
<ul>
<li>5GB on National Day &ndash; 31 August 2026</li>
<li>5GB on Malaysia Day &ndash; 16 September 2026</li>
</ul>
This gives eligible Malaysians a total of 10GB of free data across the two dates.
However, the exact redemption process and validity period have not yet been announced. Each participating telco will provide further details, with the offer subject to its respective terms and conditions.
The Communications Ministry is also expected to publish an FAQ on its website explaining the initiative in greater detail.
How Will Malaysians Redeem The Free Data?
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For now, users will need to wait for their respective telecommunications providers to announce the redemption process.
The five participating telcos &mdash; CelcomDigi, Maxis, TM, U Mobile and YES &mdash; are expected to provide information on how eligible customers can claim their allocations and how long the data will remain valid.
At the time of the announcement, the telcos had yet to release detailed redemption information.
The additional data could provide some useful savings for Malaysians, particularly those who rely heavily on mobile internet for everyday activities such as messaging, social media, entertainment, work, online learning and accessing public services.
For families, the extra quota could also be used for children's educational content, schoolwork and communication without eating into their usual monthly data allocation.
HKHM 2026 Sponsorship Surpasses RM48 Million
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The free data announcement came alongside an update on sponsorship for this year's National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.
Fahmi said confirmed sponsorship for HKHM 2026 has reached RM48.63 million, representing an increase of more than 118% compared with the RM22.3 million secured for last year's celebrations.
Of the total, RM2.7 million consists of cash contributions, while RM45.93 million comes in the form of goods and services.
According to Fahmi, 50% of the total sponsorship value will be allocated towards promotional activities, while 30% will comprise goods to be distributed to visitors. The remaining 20% will support committees involved in organising the 2026 celebrations.
The sponsorship comes from 139 strategic partners, with contributions supporting both the main celebrations and related activities.
Free Data Is Part Of Wider Rahmah Initiative
The 10GB data offer forms part of the broader Rahmah Rebate Incentive introduced for the 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations.
With internet access increasingly becoming part of everyday life, the additional data could benefit Malaysians in more ways than simply browsing social media or streaming videos.
Students can use it for online resources and assignments, while working adults can rely on the additional quota for communications and work-related activities. Families can also use the data to stay connected while taking part in Merdeka and Malaysia Day celebrations.
For now, Malaysians can mark 31 August and 16 September on their calendars and wait for their telcos to reveal the details on how to claim the free data.
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A little extra data for the celebrations! Eligible Malaysians will get 5GB on Merdeka and another 5GB on Malaysia Day.

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Meta Connect 2026 put artificial intelligence and wearable technology firmly at the centre of Meta&rsquo;s plans for the future.
Held on 23 September, the company&rsquo;s annual showcase introduced a new range of AI-powered glasses, the $1,299.99 Meta VR Glasses, expanded capabilities for its Muse AI agent and a new pocket-sized AI device called Muse Charm.
Rather than focusing heavily on the metaverse, Meta&rsquo;s latest announcements centred on making AI more accessible through devices people can wear and use throughout the day.
Here&rsquo;s everything Meta announced at Connect 2026.
Muse AI Takes Centre Stage
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The biggest theme of Meta Connect 2026 was Muse, Meta&rsquo;s personal AI agent.
Unlike a conventional chatbot that primarily answers questions, Meta describes Muse as an agent designed to take action on a user&rsquo;s behalf. It can research topics, fill out forms, book travel, work with connected applications and continue working on tasks even after the user closes the app.
Meta also announced new connectors that allow Muse to interact with third-party services. These include shopping and travel platforms, while developers will also be able to build their own integrations through Meta&rsquo;s Connector Platform.
The company is positioning Muse as part of its vision for &ldquo;personal superintelligence&rdquo;, with Zuckerberg suggesting that the technology could eventually become a more persistent assistant in people's everyday lives.
Muse can also operate a user's Mac with permission, allowing it to work with applications in the background. Meta says users remain in control of which services Muse can access and what actions it is allowed to perform.
Shopping is another major focus. Meta is working with partners including Stripe and Shopify to enable Muse to help users discover and purchase products. Meta has also said it could eventually generate revenue by taking a small fee from transactions completed through the AI agent.
Muse Is Coming To Meta&rsquo;s Smart Glasses
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Meta is also bringing Muse beyond phones and computers and directly into its AI glasses.
Users will be able to interact with the assistant through voice and other hands-free controls, allowing Muse to help with tasks such as checking calendars, getting information and managing everyday activities without reaching for a phone.
Meta also demonstrated how Muse could be used for health and fitness, including helping users build workout routines and make suggestions based on what they are doing. The company believes glasses are particularly useful for personal AI because they can remain with the user throughout the day and, in camera-equipped models, understand more of the user's surroundings.
That strategy is reflected in the wider expansion of Meta's AI glasses range.
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 3 Gets A Hardware Upgrade
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Meta announced the third generation of its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, bringing several hardware improvements while retaining the familiar glasses-first design.
The new models have slimmer frames, improved battery life and a six-microphone array designed to reduce background noise. They also feature a 12MP camera capable of recording 3K Ultra HD video.
Meta says the Gen 3 models can provide up to nine hours of battery life, while a new action button provides quicker access to Meta AI. The glasses will be available in multiple styles, including Aviator, Zena and Wayfarer, with prices starting at $449 in the US.
Meta also announced plans for Dolby Atmos spatial audio capture, allowing videos recorded with the glasses to include 360-degree spatial sound.
Ray-Ban Meta Audio Removes The Camera
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One of the more unexpected announcements was the Ray-Ban Meta Audio, Meta's first pair of camera-free AI glasses.
Unlike the company's existing smart glasses, the new glasses do not have a camera. Instead, they focus on open-ear audio, calls and hands-free access to AI. The design is also slimmer and lighter, weighing 43 grams. Meta claims the glasses can provide up to 12 hours of battery life on a single charge, with a further 48 hours available through the charging case.
They will be available in Clubmaster and Burbank styles, with 23 colour and lens combinations. Prices start at $349, with shipping beginning in October. The camera-free approach also arrives as Meta faces wider questions about privacy surrounding camera-equipped smart glasses.
Meta has previously highlighted the recording indicator built into its glasses, while new privacy features announced at Connect are designed to provide greater protection for certain AI functions.
Meta Adds More Privacy Controls For AI
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Privacy was another significant part of Meta's AI strategy at Connect.
Muse currently operates through a dedicated cloud computer known as Muse Secure VM, which is designed to isolate the agent and its connected data. Meta says users control which services Muse can access, while sensitive actions such as sending emails or making purchases require approval.
The company also announced Muse Confidential VM, which is expected later this year. Meta says the system will encrypt the entire virtual machine, including the user's data and conversations, using a key held only by the user. According to Meta, this would prevent even the company itself from accessing that information.
For its AI glasses, Meta is also developing private processing for certain AI features, initially focusing on functions such as live translation.
The announcements come as privacy remains an important issue for wearable technology, particularly devices that can capture images or interact with AI throughout the day.
Meta VR Glasses Arrive In 2027
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Perhaps the most substantial hardware announcement was the Meta VR Glasses.
Designed to bring virtual reality into a glasses-style form factor, the device weighs around 100 grams &mdash; roughly the weight of a deck of cards and about one-fifth the weight of the Meta Quest 3. The lightweight design is possible because Meta has separated the computing hardware, battery and storage into an external puck that connects to the glasses.
The glasses feature a 5K micro-OLED display and are designed for entertainment, gaming and productivity. Users can create large virtual screens, turn a flat surface into a keyboard and touchpad, and interact using hand gestures rather than traditional controllers.
For entertainment, Meta is positioning the device as a personal cinema, with support for 3D content and partnerships with streaming platforms. The company is also developing immersive sports experiences, including live events viewed from virtual courtside or stadium perspectives.
Gaming will also be supported, with more than 75 games planned to work with hand gestures at launch. Xbox Cloud Gaming will provide access to hundreds more titles.
Meta VR Glasses are scheduled to launch in spring 2027 for $1,299.99.
Hologram Calls And A New AI Companion
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Meta also demonstrated hologram calling on its VR glasses, allowing users to appear as a full-body digital representation during video calls.
The company says the feature will work across calling platforms including WhatsApp and Zoom, with the hologram designed to reproduce the user's expressions and reactions in real time.
Meta closed the keynote with Muse Charm, a small handheld device designed to provide access to Muse without requiring a user to wear smart glasses.
The device is expected to launch around the end of the year, although Meta has not yet announced its price.
Overall, Meta Connect 2026 presented a clear direction for the company: AI is moving beyond the phone and computer and into glasses, virtual reality devices and dedicated hardware.
With Muse at the centre of the ecosystem, Meta is betting that wearable technology will become an increasingly important way for people to interact with AI in their everyday lives.
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From an AI agent that can handle tasks for you to smarter glasses and a new VR headset, Meta Connect 2026 was all about bringing AI into everyday life.

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Meta Connect 2026: Everything Meta Announced, From Muse AI To New Smart Glasses

When financial difficulties pushed his company into a deficit, entrepreneur Ade Azhar Ismail found himself with just RM33 left in his savings account.
Rather than give up, he returned to his roots by selling nasi lemak from the boot of his car in Seksyen 9, Shah Alam.
Ade, who has spent almost 16 years as an entrepreneur and previously earned a five-figure income as the CEO of his own distribution company, admitted that returning to roadside selling was not an easy decision.
However, what started as a way to generate an income during a difficult period eventually grew into a new business venture, earning RM9,000 in profit in its first month.
From A 60-Person Team To Just 14 Employees
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According to Harian Metro, Ade has never worked a salaried job, having started his business journey through direct selling by selling toys.
In 2009, he became the CEO of his own company, which distributed products including air fresheners, storybooks, children's books, educational reading materials and books on the life of the Prophet.
At its peak, the company had around 60 employees. However, its sales team gradually shrank, with Ade saying only 14 employees remain. Many of those who left were Gen Z workers who were no longer interested in direct selling.
The loss of his sales team, along with several business partners leaving, affected the company's operations and contributed to it running at a deficit from the middle of last year.
Despite the difficulties, the company remains operational. Ade decided not to draw a CEO's salary and instead started selling nasi lemak, using the proceeds as his income while putting the remainder towards the company.
He Initially Felt Embarrassed Selling By The Roadside
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Returning to street trading was not easy for someone who had spent years running a company.
Ade admitted that he initially felt embarrassed about facing his siblings, relatives and employees while selling nasi lemak from his car boot.
However, he eventually put those feelings aside after remembering that his own business journey had started with direct selling. Friends and fellow business owners also supported him by visiting his selling spot and buying nasi lemak.
Ade said his family was initially unaware of the difficulties he was experiencing. His wife only found out about his new venture on the 15th day.
Since he sourced the nasi lemak from a distant relative rather than preparing it himself, she did not realise that he had started selling food by the roadside.
Started With Just 30 Packets
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Ade's first day began with just 30 packets of nasi lemak.
He recalled feeling discouraged and even like a &ldquo;loser&rdquo; before starting, but his confidence grew once customers began buying. By the end of the day, all 30 packets had been sold.
Encouraged by the response, he continued with the business. A video of him selling nasi lemak later went viral on social media, bringing more attention to his venture.
Ade said his first month's profit reached RM9,000. By his 53rd day of selling, he had started recruiting workers and expanded the car-boot business to five additional locations.
Now Selling Up To 1,200 Packets A Day
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By the 81st day, Ade and his team were selling as many as 1,200 packets of nasi lemak a day.
The business operates in two shifts, with the first beginning at 8.30am and the second starting at 5pm and continuing until the nasi lemak is sold out.
Roadside trading comes with challenges, from unpredictable weather to keeping up with growing demand. Despite this, Ade said they had sold out every day from the first day through to his 81st day.
Although the work is tiring, he said he enjoys meeting customers, including those who travel from far away to support his business.
&ldquo;Let Go Of Embarrassment And Ego&rdquo;
Ade sees the experience as an opportunity to reflect on his past mistakes and make improvements.
For others facing financial or business difficulties, he advised them not to let embarrassment or pride stop them from finding a way forward.
&ldquo;Let go of embarrassment and ego. Find a way out of your problems,&rdquo; he said.
Ade also encouraged people to make use of whatever experience and resources they already have instead of being afraid to start again.
&ldquo;Don't be afraid to start and, God willing, we can rise again and rebuild what we once worked for, even if we have to start from the bottom,&rdquo; he said.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Transport Minister Anthony Loke to reconsider his decision to resign following the controversy surrounding former prime minister Najib Razak&rsquo;s conditional pardon and house arrest order.
Loke said he remains firm on his decision and will formally submit his resignation after returning from China, where he is accompanying Anwar on an official visit.
The development has placed renewed attention on the Unity Government, particularly over the differing views within the coalition and what Loke&rsquo;s departure could mean for several major transport projects.
Anwar Gives Loke Space To Reconsider
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Anwar said he would not rush Loke into making a final decision, adding that he wanted to hear the Transport Minister&rsquo;s explanation before responding to his resignation offer.
Loke offered to resign after a DAP Central Executive Committee meeting on September 19. His decision came after Najib was granted a conditional pardon that allows him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest until August 23, 2028, subject to conditions including a RM50 million fine.
The issue has been politically sensitive within DAP, which has long maintained a strong position on corruption and accountability. Loke&rsquo;s proposed resignation, however, would only affect his Cabinet position. Other DAP ministers and deputy ministers have indicated that they will remain in the Unity Government.
Anwar Says DAP Should Not Leave The Government
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Anwar has also said DAP should not respond to political pressure by leaving the Unity Government.
He stressed that Loke was not responsible for the Pardons Board&rsquo;s decision and had opposed the outcome. Anwar said Loke&rsquo;s resignation should therefore not be interpreted as opposition to the MADANI Government or the Unity Government itself.
The prime minister said the government&rsquo;s position, including the Attorney General&rsquo;s views, had been conveyed to Sultan Ibrahim before the decision. He maintained that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong has constitutional powers relating to pardons.
Anwar also rejected suggestions that there had been a secret agreement between Pakatan Harapan and UMNO concerning Najib&rsquo;s case, saying the government had acted within the constitutional framework governing the Pardons Board.
Anthony Loke Maintains His Decision To Resign
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Despite Anwar&rsquo;s appeal, Loke has maintained that his decision has already been made.
He is currently accompanying Anwar during the prime minister&rsquo;s visit to China, including engagements in Shanghai and Hangzhou. Loke is also scheduled to attend the APEC Transport Ministers Meeting in Beijing on September 21 and 22.
The minister&rsquo;s continued participation in official duties has also drawn criticism. PAS Information Chief Ahmad Fadli Shaari questioned whether Loke should continue taking on major long-term commitments after announcing his intention to resign.
While Loke remains legally the Transport Minister until his resignation is formally submitted and accepted, Fadli argued that major decisions and commitments should be approached cautiously during the transition.
PKR MP Urges Anwar To Keep Loke
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Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has urged Anwar to persuade Loke to remain in the Cabinet, pointing to the importance of continuity in Malaysia&rsquo;s transport sector.
Hassan highlighted several major projects, including the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS), East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), the proposed Pasir Gudang railway and the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) system.
He said Loke&rsquo;s resignation should not automatically be accepted and described the minister&rsquo;s decision as a responsible response to the political situation. His comments reflect concerns that a change in leadership at the Transport Ministry could raise questions about the direction and continuity of ongoing projects.
What Could Loke&rsquo;s Departure Mean For Transport Projects?
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Loke&rsquo;s potential departure has raised questions over whether major infrastructure projects could be affected.
The RTS is intended to strengthen connectivity between Johor Bahru and Singapore, while the ECRL is being developed across Peninsular Malaysia. Other projects, including the proposed Pasir Gudang railway and ART systems, are also part of ongoing transport planning.
However, it remains unclear whether Loke&rsquo;s departure would directly affect their progress. Government ministries, agencies and civil servants would continue overseeing existing projects, while Loke has previously said that major transport developments would proceed regardless of changes in political leadership.
A ministerial change could still bring new priorities or approaches, but any direct impact would depend on decisions made by the incoming minister and the government.
Loke&rsquo;s Resignation Remains Unresolved
For now, Loke remains Transport Minister and is continuing his official duties.
Anwar has indicated that he wants to meet Loke and hear his reasoning before deciding how to respond to the resignation offer. Loke, meanwhile, is expected to formally submit his resignation after completing his China visit.
That means no immediate change has been made to the Transport Ministry. Until Loke formally submits his resignation and Anwar decides whether to accept it, the Cabinet position remains unchanged.
The episode also highlights the political tension created by Najib&rsquo;s conditional pardon, with DAP figures having to balance their position on the decision against their continued participation in the Unity Government.
For now, attention remains on Loke&rsquo;s next move and whether his resignation will ultimately be accepted.
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While Anwar has urged him to stay, Loke says he will resign after returning from China.

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In football, only a handful of sportswear brands dominate the market. Nike and Adidas remain the biggest names, while Puma, Mizuno and ASICS also have established positions in football footwear.
Now, a familiar name from the running world is looking to enter the conversation.
Swiss sportswear brand On has officially moved into football, bringing Real Madrid and France star Kylian Mbapp&eacute; with it.
The 27-year-old has ended his roughly 20-year partnership with Nike to become a global partner of On, while also helping develop the brand&rsquo;s upcoming football products. The move marks a major expansion for On as it targets one of the most competitive areas of the sportswear industry.
On Is Bringing Its Running Technology Into Football
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Founded in Switzerland in 2010, On built its reputation through running shoes and its distinctive cushioning technology before expanding into sports including tennis.
One of its best-known technologies is CloudTec, while its newer LightSpray manufacturing process is expected to play a key role in its football ambitions. LightSpray uses robotics to create a shoe&rsquo;s upper from a continuous filament, allowing On to produce lightweight footwear with a streamlined construction.
The company is expected to launch its first football boots commercially in 2027, with Mbapp&eacute; involved in testing and developing the products. He will work directly with On&rsquo;s product teams on future football footwear and apparel, rather than simply serving as the face of the brand.
On has also appointed French football legend Thierry Henry as its Director of Football, while FC Barcelona player Sydney Schertenleib is involved in its football development.
From Roger Federer To Kylian Mbapp&eacute;
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Although On is new to football, the brand has already established partnerships with major sporting names.
Its most notable relationship is arguably with Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer, who became an investor in On in 2019 after leaving Nike. Federer has since worked with the company on product development and helped expand its presence in tennis.
That relationship provides an interesting blueprint for On&rsquo;s partnership with Mbapp&eacute;.
Rather than simply endorsing an existing football boot, Mbapp&eacute; will have a role in shaping the products themselves, giving On access to an elite player&rsquo;s perspective as it develops its first generation of football footwear.
Mbapp&eacute; Leaves Nike After Nearly Two Decades
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The biggest headline, however, is not simply that On is entering football. It is who the brand has signed to lead the charge.
Mbapp&eacute; joined Nike as a child and spent roughly two decades with the sportswear giant, becoming one of the most recognisable faces of Nike Football and its Mercurial boots.
That partnership has now ended, with Mbapp&eacute; joining On after his Nike contract expired. The financial details have not been disclosed, although On said the deal includes both cash and equity components, with Mbapp&eacute; also becoming a shareholder in the company.
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Nike has also lost Barcelona star Lamine Yamal to Adidas, although it continues to work with major footballers including Erling Haaland and Vin&iacute;cius J&uacute;nior. Nike thanked Mbapp&eacute; for their long partnership, saying his journey with the company began when he was nine and that he had played an important role in Nike Football.
For On, meanwhile, signing one of football&rsquo;s biggest stars gives the relatively young brand an instant connection to a global audience.
Can On Challenge Nike And Adidas?
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Breaking into football will not be easy.
Nike and Adidas have spent decades building relationships with clubs, national teams and individual players, while their boots are deeply embedded in football culture.
Data cited by Reuters shows just how concentrated the football boot market remains, with Nike and Adidas accounting for a large share of professional players&rsquo; boots, while Puma holds a smaller but established position.
On therefore faces the challenge of convincing players to move away from boots and brands they have trusted for years. Mbapp&eacute; provides enormous visibility, but a famous athlete alone does not guarantee success. Previous challengers have struggled to establish a lasting foothold against football&rsquo;s biggest sportswear companies.
On will ultimately need to prove that its football boots can perform at the highest level and appeal to professional and everyday players alike.
What Could On Bring To Football?
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On is betting heavily on technology and product innovation.
LightSpray is central to that strategy, offering a different approach to manufacturing football boots while allowing the company to focus on lightweight construction. The brand is also developing boots around a close-to-the-foot feel, with different designs being tested alongside its athlete partners.
Having Mbapp&eacute; involved in the process could help On develop products based on the demands of elite football rather than simply adapting its existing running technology. The first major test will come in 2027, when its football boots are expected to reach the wider market.
Puma, Mizuno And ASICS Remain In The Mix
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While On&rsquo;s arrival will draw plenty of attention, the football boot market extends well beyond Nike and Adidas.
Puma remains one of the sport&rsquo;s established brands, with a strong presence among professional players and clubs. Mizuno has also developed a loyal following among players who prefer traditional construction and lightweight boots.
ASICS has maintained its own presence in football footwear, while New Balance and Skechers are among the other brands competing for space in the market.
This gives players plenty of options, but it also makes On&rsquo;s challenge even greater.
The Swiss brand will need to turn the excitement surrounding Mbapp&eacute; into a long-term identity within football, rather than relying solely on the star power of its biggest signing.
A New Chapter For Football Boots
On&rsquo;s move into football could add another layer of competition to an already crowded market.
Nike and Adidas remain dominant, while Puma, Mizuno, ASICS and other brands continue to compete for players and consumers. Now, On is entering the race with new technology, a growing reputation in sportswear and one of football&rsquo;s biggest stars at the centre of its launch.
Mbapp&eacute;&rsquo;s move is therefore about more than changing the logo on his boots. It represents On&rsquo;s attempt to build an entirely new football category around elite performance and product innovation.
With its first football boots expected in 2027, the next few years could reveal whether On can turn its success in running and tennis into a serious presence on the football pitch.
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A Malaysian tau fu fah seller has donated RM10,000 to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak&rsquo;s solidarity fund, describing the contribution as a personal way of repaying a favour he says he received more than a decade ago.
Sunnycoco, whose real name is Seow Chau Pen, said he decided to make the donation after seeing Najib seek to serve the remainder of his prison sentence under house arrest. He said the situation reminded him of his own experience of being allowed to return home early from restricted residence in 2012.
Sunnycoco Says Najib Helped Him Return Home In 2012
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In a Facebook statement, Seow recalled that he was placed under restricted residence in Manjung, Perak, in 2009 following what he described as a mistake he had made.
He said the period became one of the lowest points in his life and gave him time to reflect on his future. During that period, he hoped that he would eventually be given an opportunity to return home and care for his two elderly parents.
According to Seow, that opportunity came in 2012 when Najib, who was prime minister at the time, visited Manjung for an event.
With the help of a local penghulu, Seow said he submitted an appeal asking for his restricted residence to be ended early so that he could return home to look after his parents. He later received notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs that his restricted residence had been ended ahead of schedule.
&ldquo;For others, it may have been just a letter or a little assistance, but for me at the time, it was an opportunity to start a new life,&rdquo; he said in his statement.
The account of Najib's involvement is based on Seow's own recollection and has not been independently verified in the sources available.
He Started His Tau Fu Fah Business After Returning Home
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After returning home, Seow said he began selling tau fu fah and gradually built up his small business.
He said he never forgot the opportunity to reunite with his family and start over after what he described as one of the most difficult periods of his life. For Seow, the experience shaped his view of what a second chance meant. Years later, seeing Najib seek to return home to serve the remainder of his sentence prompted him to think back to his own experience.
&ldquo;When I needed help in the past, he helped me. Today, within my means, I also want to do something to repay that kindness,&rdquo; Seow said.
RM10,000 Represents 10,000 Bowls Of Tau Fu Fah
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Seow acknowledged that RM10,000 was a significant amount for him, saying he was not a wealthy person and did not have a large amount of money to spare.
He explained that his business makes around RM1 in profit from each bowl of tau fu fah sold. That means his RM10,000 contribution is equivalent to the profit from approximately 10,000 bowls.
&ldquo;So, I will sell 10,000 bowls. Bowl by bowl, I will sell them and save the money little by little,&rdquo; he said.
The calculation has since become one of the most notable parts of his story, with Seow framing the contribution as something built up gradually through his business rather than as a large sum he could easily afford.
Seow Says The Donation Is Not About Politics
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Seow also stressed that his decision to donate was personal and should not be interpreted as a political statement.
He said he was not asking others to follow his decision, describing the RM10,000 as a personal debt of gratitude that he wanted to repay in his own way.
&ldquo;This is not because of politics, nor am I encouraging others to do the same,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;This is simply a debt of gratitude that I want to repay in my own way.&rdquo;
His comments come as donations have been made towards a solidarity fund linked to Najib, following the former prime minister's conditional pardon and the RM50 million fine attached to the conditions of his house arrest arrangement.
The donation has also attracted discussion online, with reactions varying among social media users. Some questioned the decision to contribute, while others viewed Seow's account as a personal story about repaying someone who he believes gave him a second chance.
A Personal Story Behind The RM10,000 Donation
For Seow, however, the focus remains on the personal experience that shaped his decision.
More than a decade after he says he was given the opportunity to return home and rebuild his life, he now wants to return the favour through the means available to him.
What makes the contribution particularly significant to him is not simply the RM10,000 figure, but what it represents: 10,000 bowls of tau fu fah, earned one bowl and one ringgit at a time.
Seow said he had remembered the help he received during a difficult chapter of his life and wanted to show his gratitude after seeing Najib face a situation that reminded him of his own past.
UMNO&rsquo;s Najib Solidarity Fund Surpasses RM1 Million
Meanwhile, UMNO&rsquo;s Najib Razak Solidarity Fund has collected more than RM1 million, according to reports on 20 September. The fund was launched after Najib was granted a conditional pardon, with the RM50 million fine forming part of the conditions for him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest.
The fund initially raised RM634,562 within its first three hours before surpassing the RM1 million mark less than a day after its launch.
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He says Najib gave him a second chance. Now, he’s giving back RM10,000 to repay that favour.

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