Ma Huateng

Ma Huateng, popularly known as Pony Ma, is a business mogul, investor, philanthropist, engineer, and internet and technology entrepreneur from China who founded, chairs, and runs Tencent, Asia's most valuable company. Tencent is the most valued company on the continent and one of the top internet and technology firms.

Tencent is also recognized for establishing China's instant messaging program, WeChat, and is one of the world's largest investing, gaming, and entertainment conglomerates. Ma Huateng was named one of the most influential people in 2018 by Time magazine, and he was also named one of the top businessmen of the year by Fortune in 2017.

The businessman's fortune stems from his 9.7% ownership of Tencent Holdings. He is said to own residences in Hong Kong and artwork valued at more than 150 million dollars. Ma Huateng's net worth is US $65.8 billion as of October 16, 2021, making him one of China's wealthiest people and Asia's third-richest.

Net worth: US $65.8 billion

Country: China