Tencent Holdings

Tencent Holdings Limited, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, is a leading internet service provider that offers a wide range of value-added services and online advertising. The company's diverse portfolio includes popular platforms such as WeChat and QQ, which facilitate communication, entertainment, and e-commerce for millions of users. Tencent is recognized as the world's largest video game publisher, with flagship titles like Honor of Kings contributing significantly to its revenue. In addition to gaming and social networking, Tencent provides financial technology and cloud services, as well as invests in and produces films and television programs. The firm also engages in various technology-related services, including software development and information system integration. Tencent plays a vital role in the global venture capital landscape, holding substantial stakes in several prominent tech companies. Its user-centric approach and comprehensive service offerings position Tencent as a key player in the internet ecosystem both in China and internationally.

Charles Chen

Co-Founder

Michael Cheung

Senior Director

Ben Feder

President, International Partnerships (North America)

Kyle Kurpinski

Investor

Jeffrey Li

Managing Partner

Alvin Liu

Co-Founder

Shengyi Liu

Senior Executive Vice President

Steven Ma

SVP

James Mitchell

Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Executive Vice President

David Wallerstein

Chief eXploration Officer and Senior Executive Vice President

Yao Xia

Executive Director

Chenye Xu

Co-Founder and Chief Information Officer

Levin Yao

Managing Director, Tencent Investment

Tony Zhang

Co-Founder

Wenlei Zhuang

Vice President of Tencent Cloud and Head of Tencent Cloud Strategic Investment

Past deals in Generation Z

GoStudent

Series D in 2022
GoStudent sells memberships for a global school connecting students with world-class teachers in a 1-1 virtual learning setting. GoStudent builds infrastructure for teachers allowing them to focus on the teaching part and everything else being taken care of. The screening, onboarding and maintaining of teachers is data driven and gives them a 2-year advance against possible competition. Their model is scalable in every country globally since it does not depend on local curriculum and content generation. Felix Ohswald and Gregor Müller founded it in 2016, with its headquarters in Vienna in Austria.

GoStudent

Series C in 2021
GoStudent sells memberships for a global school connecting students with world-class teachers in a 1-1 virtual learning setting. GoStudent builds infrastructure for teachers allowing them to focus on the teaching part and everything else being taken care of. The screening, onboarding and maintaining of teachers is data driven and gives them a 2-year advance against possible competition. Their model is scalable in every country globally since it does not depend on local curriculum and content generation. Felix Ohswald and Gregor Müller founded it in 2016, with its headquarters in Vienna in Austria.

ZEGOCLOUD

Venture Round in 2020
Shenzhen Zego Technology Co., Ltd. is a company based in Shenzhen, China, that specializes in real-time cloud streaming services for audio and video communications. Founded in 2015, Zego offers a comprehensive platform that supports various functionalities, including one-to-one video calls, live broadcasting, and multi-party video conferencing. The platform also provides services for real-time audio streaming, voice chatrooms, and recording and archiving of events such as bank account openings and interviews. Zego targets enterprise and mobile application developers, focusing on delivering stable and high-quality voice and video services across diverse sectors, including social media, online education, and telemedicine. Additionally, the company provides a software development kit (SDK) to facilitate the integration of its services into other applications.

Zhihu

Series F in 2019
Zhihu (知乎) is a Chinese socialized website for questions and answers. It differs from traditional online question and answer forums by enabling users to obtain information through questions that provoke the opinions and views from answerers as individuals. The number of registered users on Zhihu has surpassed 300,000 by the end of January 2012. Zhihu was founded in 2011.

Zenysis

Series A in 2018
Zenysis Technologies Inc. develops data integration software designed to assist governments and international organizations in analyzing and managing their data effectively. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on providing solutions for healthcare emergencies, humanitarian crises, and natural disasters. Zenysis enables clients to quickly access and interpret critical information, which aids in the delivery of essential public services and enhances the response to large-scale emergencies. By offering actionable insights, Zenysis empowers governments to confront complex challenges with precision and speed, facilitating a deeper understanding of their operational needs.

Zhihu

Series E in 2018
Zhihu (知乎) is a Chinese socialized website for questions and answers. It differs from traditional online question and answer forums by enabling users to obtain information through questions that provoke the opinions and views from answerers as individuals. The number of registered users on Zhihu has surpassed 300,000 by the end of January 2012. Zhihu was founded in 2011.

Zhihu

Series D in 2017
Zhihu (知乎) is a Chinese socialized website for questions and answers. It differs from traditional online question and answer forums by enabling users to obtain information through questions that provoke the opinions and views from answerers as individuals. The number of registered users on Zhihu has surpassed 300,000 by the end of January 2012. Zhihu was founded in 2011.

Gengmei

Series C in 2016
Gengmei is a Chinese cosmetic surgery social networking app. It is a professional micro-plastic platform, providing plastic, micro-plastic, dental, ophthalmology, anti-aging and other consumer medical services. Gengmei is dedicated to helping beauty seekers find the right doctors more efficiently, reduce the risk of consumption, and help doctors shape their personal brands. The platform has accumulated 3.4 million cases of real-life plastic surgery, covering 204 cities and 5 overseas countries and regions, helping 22 million users to become more and more beautiful. Gengmei is established in 2013.

Zenysis

Seed Round in 2016
Zenysis Technologies Inc. develops data integration software designed to assist governments and international organizations in analyzing and managing their data effectively. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company focuses on providing solutions for healthcare emergencies, humanitarian crises, and natural disasters. Zenysis enables clients to quickly access and interpret critical information, which aids in the delivery of essential public services and enhances the response to large-scale emergencies. By offering actionable insights, Zenysis empowers governments to confront complex challenges with precision and speed, facilitating a deeper understanding of their operational needs.

Zhihu

Series C in 2015
Zhihu (知乎) is a Chinese socialized website for questions and answers. It differs from traditional online question and answer forums by enabling users to obtain information through questions that provoke the opinions and views from answerers as individuals. The number of registered users on Zhihu has surpassed 300,000 by the end of January 2012. Zhihu was founded in 2011.

TapZen

Venture Round in 2014
TapZen, established in 2012, is a mobile game developer focused on creating engaging and memorable gaming experiences for tablets and smartphones. With studios located in Los Angeles and San Francisco, the company is driven by a team of dedicated game makers who prioritize player empathy and community engagement. TapZen emphasizes the importance of accessibility, innovation, and high production values in its game design, aiming to deliver playful and addictively enjoyable experiences. The company's commitment to understanding and connecting with its players forms the foundation of its development philosophy.
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