C hen Zhiping is a Chinese technology billionaire and one of the early investors and key executives at Tencent Holdings, the Chinese internet and gaming giant. He joined the company in its early days and played a significant role in its growth into one of the most valuable technology companies in the world. His fortune is derived from his substantial stake in the company.

Chen served as the Chief Technology Officer of Tencent for many years, overseeing the technical development of its foundational products, including the instant messaging service QQ. He was part of the core founding team alongside Pony Ma. After a long and successful tenure, he transitioned to the role of a lifetime advisor to the company. His technical leadership during the company's formative years was crucial to building the infrastructure that would support its massive expansion into gaming, social media (with WeChat), and fintech.