A few Tigers have been prowling around and making their appearance in MRT Merdeka Maybank stations and on billboards, as well as on social media. Not only that, but there have been sightings of it not just in KL but all over the world! Well, it’s none other than Maybank’s iconic tiger is your MAE app digital companion, navigating your everyday life.
To set the scene, our daily routines are no longer confined to a single place, prompting many Malaysians to adopt a more mobile lifestyle to keep up. As a result, folks have no choice but to juggle between work, errands, play, and travel, with seemingly no rest in between. This is where Maybank and its Tiger steps in.
Recognising this shift, Maybank continues to enhance the MAE app to support the way Malaysians live, spend and travel today. By putting a greater emphasis on facilitating everyday payments, money management, and travel, folks can breathe easy knowing that their bank has their back. If they forget that, then the appearance of the tiger is here to remind users that “It’s You and MAE, Anytime, Everywhere.”
With all that in mind, here’s what you can expect from everyone’s trusted bank.
Earn More With Your Cross-Border Companion
To celebrate the arrival of this adorable banking companion, Maybank is hosting a special campaign from 5 August to 31 October 2026. If you were among the first 1,000 Maybank customers of the month to open a Global Access Account-i (GAA-i) account, you will receive a RM50 MAE top-up PIN, which will be directly credited to your MAE Wallet.
For those unfamiliar with GAA-i, it is a Shariah-compliant, multi-currency current account that lets you hold, convert, and spend up to 18 foreign currencies alongside the Malaysian Ringgit all under the MAE app. It’s also worth noting that Maybank Islamic is a member of Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia (PIDM). As a result, the GAA-i is protected by PIDM up to RM250,000 for each depositor.
Opening such an account is a rewarding experience in and of itself, but did you know that Maybank is sweetening the deal even further? This is because eligible winners can receive an additional RM30 MAE top-up PIN by either of the following.
First is applying TripCare 360 Takaful via the MAE app. If you’re curious, a Shariah-compliant travel protection plan is offered by Etiqa. It provides coverage for both domestic and international trips, including medical emergencies, travel delays, trip cancellations, and even lost luggage. The benefits payable under the eligible certificate are protected by PIDM up to the applicable limits. For more information, refer to PIDM’s TIPS Brochure or contact Etiqa General Takaful Berhad or PIDM.
Another way to get this additional top-up PIN is by applying for an eSIM via the MAE app, but do note that terms and conditions apply. Last but not least is by making two GAA card transactions with a minimum spend of RM150 each or the equivalent in foreign currency.
Find out more about the campaign here: maybank.my/maetraveleasy.
With MAE, making purchases locally or internationally has never been easier. All users have to do is open the MAE app and make QR payments as normal. Pay like a local whether you’re in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and other supported destinations.
Scan and Pay with MAE on Samsung Wallet
After a long wait, you’d be surprised to hear that Maybank has partnered with Samsung to make your purchasing experience smoother. Moving forward, customers can use the Scan & Pay feature directly from Samsung Wallet. This lets users swipe away and conduct transactions with incredible convenience. Moreover, the South Korean tech giant confirmed that users can still earn Samsung Rewards points using this approach.
Of course, to commemorate this momentous occasion, the two companies are running a collaborative promotional campaign. Users who activate the QR payment feature and make one merchant transaction in Samsung Wallet from 28 July to 30 October 2026 will receive RM5. Furthermore, those who conduct their 15th transaction will earn up to RM10 cashback or an RM15 Zus voucher. If they reach their 30th transaction, they’re entitled to receive 1,000 Samsung Rewards points.
A Golden Investment with MIGA-i
Whether you’re just starting your investment journey or looking to diversify your portfolio, gold has long been regarded as a popular investment choice. With that in mind, Maybank is offering customers an accessible way to invest in it through its Maybank Islamic Gold Account-i (MIGA-i).
MIGA-i is Maybank’s Shariah-compliant investment account that allows customers to invest in digital bullion with 999.9 purity. This lets customers gain exposure to the precious metal without having to worry about storing physical bars themselves, while still giving them the option to convert it into physical bars ranging from 1g to 1,000g.
Getting started is also straightforward, with an initial investment from as low as RM10 per transaction. Customers can conveniently buy or sell gold through the MAE app or Maybank2u web while also making use of features such as 10% profit alerts to help them monitor their investments.
In conjunction with its 66th anniversary, Maybank is also rewarding eligible MIGA-i customers with digital gold through a campaign running from 1 July to 30 September 2026. During the campaign period, the first 100 eligible customers each month who invested 5g of gold in a single transaction will receive 0.66g of digital gold, giving away a total of 300 monthly prizes across the three-month campaign.
There’s also a grand prize of 66g worth of digital gold up for grabs. Customers will earn one entry into the grand prize draw for every 100g invested in MIGA-i, whether through a single transaction or accumulated investments during the campaign period. New customers who open a MIGA-i account via the MAE app or Maybank2u web during the campaign period will receive an additional entry. Meanwhile, customers who purchase 100g or more in a single transaction will also enjoy a RM7 per gram discount on the buy price.
Even if they don’t walk away with one of the prizes, every eligible investment continues working for them as part of their MIGA-i portfolio. That means they’re not only in the running to win digital gold but are also taking a step towards building their long-term wealth.
It’s You And MAE, Anytime, Everywhere
As Malaysians become increasingly mobile over the years, banking apps and services need to adapt with them. And out of all the banking apps available in the country, Maybank and its iconic tiger are leading the charge.
With these features, promotions, and plans, Maybank customers can enjoy unrivalled convenience whether they’re roaming the streets of KL or exploring a new country altogether. For more information, feel free to visit the bank’s official website and start reaping the rewards today.
This article is brought to you by Maybank.
