The trend started in Nov 2008 in United States, it has become a world phenomenon since. This ‘phenomenon’ was featured in the worldwide media like CNN, BusinessWeek, TIME, Straits Times including Malaysia’s 8TV and SinChew etc. With the powerful connection of consumers in Facebook and Twitter, the deal published online is able to grab attention and reach thousands of consumers in a very short peri
od of time. Guben.my targeted to launch in 1Q 2011 in Johor Bahru, and has already attracted attentions and created excitements among the 20 over potential merchants – Restaurants, Car Servicing, Hair Salon, Fashion House etc. In Johor Bahru, It’s main focus is on consumers from both Johor Bahru and Singapore (who crossed over the causeway almost every weekend to enjoy the good food and services offered in JB)
Guben.my will be branching out to other cities in Johor this year, Batu Pahat (May2011), Muar (July2011), Kluang and Yong Peng by end of the year. Also, the biggest branch out will be in Jakarta by end May 2011, it will operate under a different brand name. Guben.my will feature one daily deal on the best things to do, see, eat, and buy across Johor Bahru.
