Tencent is one of the largest and most valuable companies on earth, with operations that touch just about every part of the digital economy in China and beyond. From WeChat to gaming to film production to payments, Tencent continues to expand far beyond its original station as a Chinese app developer.

In this ep, we take a tour through Tencent, including its weird connections to a South African company. Classic Down Round material.

<p>Tencent is one of the largest and most valuable companies on earth, with operations that touch just about every part of the digital economy in China and beyond. From WeChat to gaming to film production to payments, Tencent continues to expand far beyond its original station as a Chinese app developer.</p>
<p>In this ep, we take a tour through Tencent, including its weird connections to a South African company. Classic Down Round material.</p>

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