NetEase

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Investor type

VC / CVC

Founded

1997

AUM

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Location

Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Europe Asia
Investor profile last updated: 25 August, 2026

Profile

NetEase is a technology company headquartered in China, known for its diverse investments in sectors like gaming, e-commerce, and media. Founded by William Ding in 1997, the company has grown into a major player in the Chinese internet industry, with a significant workforce engaged in a variety of tech and entertainment projects. NetEase is distinguished by its robust platform that integrates gaming, education, and e-commerce, and a strong emphasis on user-generated content and community engagement.

NetEase invests primarily in technology and consumer sectors, with a diversified reach in digital media, software, and internet services. The company is known for making strategic investments and providing incubation for promising startups in China and beyond. The exact size of their typical funding rounds varies, but they focus on opportunities that align with their strategic interests in Asia.

Notable investments include well-known gaming platforms and various media and tech companies that leverage cutting-edge internet services and e-commerce capabilities. NetEase usually partners with other large technology firms to co-lead these ventures, reinforcing its standing as a cornerstone of the digital ecosystem in China and broadening its influence in global markets.

Industry

Marketing and Advertising Internet and Web Services Gaming Fintech E-commerce/Marketplace Technology Software Media and Entertainment

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FAQs about NetEase

NetEase is a venture capital firm that also operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series A, Seed, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
NetEase is located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
NetEase was founded in 1997.
NetEase invests in companies and startups in Marketing and Advertising, Internet and Web Services, Gaming, Fintech, E-commerce/Marketplace, Technology, Software, Media and Entertainment.
NetEase invests in companies and startups in Europe, Asia.
NetEase invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
NetEase usually invests $10-50 m on average.
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