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711507Influence Empirehttps://www.gandhi.com.mx/influence-empire-1/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/952037/9e6847dc-c9c7-4962-8f26-0d1dfc5e1c3a.jpg?v=638337060954730000230271MXNHodder & StoughtonInStock/Ebooks/708777Influence Empire230271https://www.gandhi.com.mx/influence-empire-1/phttps://gandhi.vtexassets.com/arquivos/ids/952037/9e6847dc-c9c7-4962-8f26-0d1dfc5e1c3a.jpg?v=638337060954730000InStockMXN99999DIEbook20229781529346879_W3siaWQiOiI4OGVkZTc1ZC0wNDY4LTQ2ZTctYmE2MC02YjBkMTA2NGJkY2IiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjI4NywiZGlzY291bnQiOjQzLCJzZWxsaW5nUHJpY2UiOjI0NCwiaW5jbHVkZXNUYXgiOnRydWUsInByaWNlVHlwZSI6Ildob2xlc2FsZSIsImN1cnJlbmN5IjoiTVhOIiwiZnJvbSI6IjIwMjUtMDUtMjRUMTk6MDA6MDBaIiwidG8iOiIyMDI1LTA2LTMwVDIzOjU5OjU5WiIsInJlZ2lvbiI6Ik1YIiwiaXNQcmVvcmRlciI6ZmFsc2V9LHsiaWQiOiJiYzU5Yzg0OC0yMTllLTRiODEtOTlmNC0xMmUyNjk2YjgyYjUiLCJsaXN0UHJpY2UiOjI3MSwiZGlzY291bnQiOjQxLCJzZWxsaW5nUHJpY2UiOjIzMCwiaW5jbHVkZXNUYXgiOnRydWUsInByaWNlVHlwZSI6Ildob2xlc2FsZSIsImN1cnJlbmN5IjoiTVhOIiwiZnJvbSI6IjIwMjUtMDctMDFUMDA6MDA6MDBaIiwicmVnaW9uIjoiTVgiLCJpc1ByZW9yZGVyIjpmYWxzZX1d9781529346879_<p><em>Influence Empire</em> by Lulu Yilun Chen is so much more than the long-awaited story of Tencent and its vital everything app, WeChat, the messaging tool used by 1.3 billion people. Its also the sobering account of an entire generation of high-flying Chinese tech entrepreneurs, whose wings were clipped by the omnipotent hand of their own government. <strong>-- Brad Stone, author of <em>Amazon Unbound</em> and <em>The Everything Store</em></strong></p><p><strong>ORDER NOW:</strong> the first definitive look at Tencent, one of the worlds largest tech companies.<br />__________</p><p>In 2017, a company known as Tencent overtook Facebook to become the worlds fifth largest company. It was a watershed moment, a wake-up call for those in the West accustomed to regarding the global tech industry through the prism of Silicon Valley: Facebook, Google, Apple and Microsoft.</p><p>Yet to many of the two billion-plus people who live just across the Pacific Ocean, it came as no surprise at all.</p><p>Founded by the enigmatic billionaire Pony Ma, the firm that began life as a simple text-message operator invested in and created some of Chinas most iconic games en route to dreaming up WeChat - the Swiss Army knife super-app that combines messaging, shopping and entertainment. Through billions of dollars of global investments in marquee names from Fortnite to Tesla and a horde of start-ups, Mas company went on to build a near-unparalleled empire of influence.</p><p>In this fascinating narrative - crammed with insider interviews and exclusive details - Lulu Chen tells the story of how Tencent created the golden era of Chinese technology, and delves into key battles involving Didi, Meituan and Alibaba. Its a chronicle of critical junctures and asks just what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in China.<br />__________</p><p>Lulu Yilun Chen has written a sharply informed, smart and compelling account of the rise of some of the most powerful companies in China, which also stand among the biggest and richest tech giants in the world. Despite their enormous size and power, few outside of China know of or understand these companies. Now, thanks to Influence Empire: Inside the Story of Tencent and Chinas Tech Ambition, that will finally change. <strong>-- Howard French, former NY Times Shanghai bureau chief and author of <em>Everything Under the Heavens: How the Past Helps Shape Chinas Push for Global Power</em></strong></p>...(*_*)9781529346879_<p><strong>REVISED AND UPDATED</strong></p><p><strong>SHORTLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK 2022<br />A TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEARS 2022</strong><br /><strong>A NEW YORK TIMES BEST BUSINESS BOOK 2022</strong></p><p>A fascinating study of the tech giant and its symbiotic relationship with the Chinese government <strong>- <em>Guardian</em></strong></p><p>Vital . . . More than a corporate hagiography, Ms. Chens book offers insight into the company via executive interviews and exclusive details. -- <em><strong>New York Times</strong></em></p><p><em>Influence Empire</em> by Lulu Yilun Chen is so much more than the long-awaited story of Tencent and its vital everything app, WeChat, the messaging tool used by 1.3 billion people. Its also the sobering account of an entire generation of high-flying Chinese tech entrepreneurs, whose wings were clipped by the omnipotent hand of their own government. <strong>-- Brad Stone, author of <em>Amazon Unbound</em> and <em>The Everything Store</em></strong></p><p><strong>PRE-ORDER NOW:</strong> the definitive look at Tencent, one of the worlds largest tech companies.<br /><strong>__________</strong></p><p>In 2017, a company known as Tencent overtook Facebook to become the worlds fifth largest company. It was a watershed moment, a wake-up call for those in the West accustomed to regarding the global tech industry through the prism of Silicon Valley: Facebook, Google, Apple and Microsoft.</p><p>Yet to many of the two billion-plus people who live just across the Pacific Ocean, it came as no surprise at all.</p><p>Founded by the enigmatic billionaire Pony Ma, the firm that began life as a simple text-message operator invested in and created some of Chinas most iconic games en route to dreaming up WeChat - the Swiss Army knife super-app that combines messaging, shopping and entertainment. Through billions of dollars of global investments in marquee names from Fortnite to Tesla and a horde of start-ups, Mas company went on to build a near-unparalleled empire of influence.</p><p>In this fascinating narrative - crammed with insider interviews and exclusive details - Lulu Chen tells the story of how Tencent created the golden era of Chinese technology, and delves into key battles involving Didi, Meituan and Alibaba. Its a chronicle of critical junctures and asks just what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in China.<br /><strong>__________</strong></p><p>Theres so much fascinating detail here. <em>-- The Times</em></p><p>Lulu Yilun Chen has written a sharply informed, smart and compelling account of the rise of some of the most powerful companies in China, which also stand among the biggest and richest tech giants in the world. Despite their enormous size and power, few outside of China know of or understand these companies. Now, thanks to Influence Empire: Inside the Story of Tencent and Chinas Tech Ambition, that will finally change. -- Howard French, former NY Times Shanghai bureau chief and author of <em>Everything Under the Heavens: How the Past Helps Shape Chinas Push for Global Power</em></p><p>A book that tells Tencents story has been long overdue, and Lulu Chens account is not only comprehensive, but also a gripping business narrative. The globally influential company finally has the account it deserves. -- David Barboza, <em>The Wire</em></p><p><strong>A Forbes Espana Top Ten Book 2022</strong><br /><strong>A Project Syndicate 2022 Best Read</strong></p>...(*_*)9781529346879_<h3>The insider story of Tencent, the Chinese tech giant behind WeChat: perfect for fans of <em>Chip War</em> and <em>House of Huawei</em></h3><p>SHORTLISTED FOR THE <em>FINANCIAL TIMES</em> BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR<br />A <em>TIMES</em> BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR<br />A <em>NEW YORK TIMES</em> BEST BUSINESS BOOK</p><p>A fascinating study of the tech giant and its symbiotic relationship with the Chinese government - <em>Guardian</em></p><p>A remarkably relevant and timely account in light of the escalating US-Chinese trade war.</p><p>----------</p><p>In 2017, a company known as Tencent overtook Facebook to become the worlds fifth largest company. It was a watershed moment, a wake-up call for those in the West accustomed to regarding the global tech industry through the prism of Silicon Valley: Facebook, Google, Apple and Microsoft.</p><p>Yet to many of the two billion-plus people who live just across the Pacific Ocean, it came as no surprise at all.</p><p>Founded by the enigmatic billionaire Pony Ma, the firm that began life as a simple text-message operator invested in and created some of Chinas most iconic games en route to dreaming up WeChat - the Swiss Army knife super-app that combines messaging, shopping and entertainment. Through billions of dollars of global investments in marquee names from Fortnite to Tesla and a horde of start-ups, Mas company went on to build a near-unparalleled empire of influence.</p><p>In this fascinating narrative - crammed with insider interviews and exclusive details - Lulu Chen tells the story of how Tencent created the golden era of Chinese technology, and delves into key battles involving Didi, Meituan and Alibaba. Its a chronicle of critical junctures and asks just what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in China.</p><p>-------</p><p>WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:</p><p>Incredible book that shares the passion, the determination and shares insights into the lives of people that have founded todays tech giants in China, without having ever expected it. Highly recommend it! ?????</p><p>An exceptionally engaging book that delves into the captivating history of Tencent and its enigmatic leader, Pony Ma. This book not only provides a riveting narrative but also remains remarkably relevant, considering the escalating tensions between the US and China. ?????</p><p>A fascinating look into the world of Chinas hi-tech digital economy that explores the business strategies as well as casting a light on the murky world of a state controlled industry. ?????</p><p>-------</p><p>Vital . . . More than a corporate hagiography. - <em>New York Times</em></p><p>So much more than the long-awaited story of Tencent and its vital everything app, WeChat, the messaging tool used by 1.3 billion people. Its also the sobering account of an entire generation of high-flying Chinese tech entrepreneurs, whose wings were clipped by the omnipotent hand of their own government. -- Brad Stone, author of <em>Amazon Unbound</em> and <em>The Everything Store</em></p><p>Fascinating - <em>The Times</em></p><p>Lulu Yilun Chen has written a sharply informed, smart and compelling account of the rise of some of the most powerful companies in China, which also stand among the biggest and richest tech giants in the world. - Howard French, author of <em>Everything Under the Heavens: How the Past Helps Shape Chinas Push for Global Power</em></p><p>A book that tells Tencents story has been long overdue, and Lulu Chens account is not only comprehensive, but also a gripping business narrative. The globally influential company finally has the account it deserves. - David Barboza, <em>The Wire</em></p>...9781529346879_Hodder & Stoughtonlibro_electonico_fd2158e6-2cef-3b1e-b85d-1a42c47d3e19_9781529346879;9781529346879_9781529346879Lulu YilunInglésMéxicohttps://getbook.kobo.com/koboid-prod-public/hachetteuk-epub-c6e8d700-f73e-4121-b7ff-236b70d8ba0e.epub2022-07-14T00:00:00+00:00Hodder & Stoughton