Known For: Founder and CEO of Hillhouse Capital Management, a leading global investment firm Early Life and Education Zhang Lei was born in Zhumadian, Henan Province, China. He demonstrated academic excellence early on, securing a scholarship to Renmin University of China, where he
Known For: Chinese military scientist and virologist who led the development of China’s first COVID-19 vaccine Early Life and Education Chen Wei was born in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, China. She developed an early interest in medical sciences, which led her to pursue studies
Known For: Founder and CEO of Meituan, China’s leading service e-commerce platform offering food delivery, hotel bookings, movie tickets, and more Early Life and Education Wang Xing was born in Longyan, Fujian Province, China. He graduated from Tsinghua University with a degree in
Known For: Co-founder and CEO of Qihoo 360, a leading Chinese internet security company providing antivirus software, web browsers, and mobile security solutions. Early Life and Education Zhou Hongyi was born in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, China. He graduated from Xi’an Jiaotong University with
Known For: Revolutionizing live-streaming e-commerce in China, particularly in the beauty industry. Early Life and Career Li Jiaqi was born in Yueyang, Hunan Province, China. Initially pursuing a degree in dance at Nanchang University, he left before completing his studies. Li began his
Known For: Founding ByteDance and developing TikTok (Douyin in China) Early Life and Education Zhang Yiming was born in Longyan, Fujian Province, China. His parents, both civil servants, instilled in him a strong work ethic and a passion for learning. In 2001, he
IntroductionDouyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, is expanding its platform into the education sector using AI-driven tools. The move reflects a growing trend in China to integrate digital technologies into learning, enhancing accessibility, personalization, and engagement for students across the country. By leveraging
IntroductionBaidu Cloud has unveiled its 2026 Quantum Encryption Suite, marking a significant advancement in China’s cybersecurity and cloud computing landscape. The new suite is designed to provide robust protection for sensitive data, utilizing quantum-resistant algorithms and next-generation encryption techniques. As businesses increasingly rely
IntroductionChina’s electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has overtaken Tesla in global EV export rankings, marking a significant milestone in the international automotive market. The company’s growth reflects a combination of aggressive production expansion, government policy support, and rising global demand for clean energy
IntroductionShenzhen, one of China’s leading innovation hubs, has reported a remarkable 18 percent increase in output across its smart manufacturing zones. The growth highlights the city’s ongoing transformation from a traditional manufacturing center into a technology-driven ecosystem integrating artificial intelligence, robotics, and industrial
