Billionaire Profile
Qi Xiangdong
Global Rank
#2933

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Qi Xiangdong

CEO, Software
CHINA
Real-Time Net Worth
$1.167B
Estimated based on Software stock value as of March 6, 2026
+1.49% (24h)
Age
55
Source
Software
Industry
Technology
Citizenship
CHINA

Biography

Qi Xiangdong is the chairman of Qi An Xin Technology Group, a leading cybersecurity company in China. With a background in software and technology, Qi has built a successful career, holding key leadership roles at Qi An Xin and Qihoo 360 Technology. Qi co-founded 360 Security Technology with fellow China billionaire Zhou Hongyi. As a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Qi also advises on public policy. He is estimated to have a net worth of $1.3 billion.

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Wealth Over Time

In-Depth Profile

Early Life and Education

Qi Xiangdong was born in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region in 1964. He received a bachelor's degree from Changchun Institute of Posts and Telecommunications in 1986 and an MBA from the University of Science and Technology Beijing.

Rise to Success

Qi Xiangdong's career began with roles at Xinhua News Agency and Yahoo China, where he served as Vice President. In 2005, he co-founded Qihoo 360 Technology Company, where he served as president and co-founder. Qihoo 360 became a leading internet and mobile security provider in China. In 2014, he founded Qi An Xin Technology Group, which supplies cybersecurity products and services to government and businesses.

Key Business Strategies

Qi Xiangdong's focus has been on internet security and cybersecurity. He has emphasized the importance of addressing security issues in the era of big data and is focused on technological innovation to counter cyber threats. Qi An Xin listed on China's STAR Market in July 2020. He also recognized the importance of online philanthropy by Chinese tech companies.

Philanthropy

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Career Milestones

1986

Deputy Director

Xinhua Communication Technology, Xinhua News Agency

2003-2005

Vice-President

Yahoo China

2005

Co-founded Qihoo 360 Technology

Responsible for overall operation, market development, strategy formulation and execution

2014

Founded Qi-Anxin

Focuses on network safety

Philanthropy & Social Impact

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Business Philosophy & Leadership

Notable Quotes

""AI is a key technology in this new technological revolution, making our lives more productive and convenient. Yet, it also brings security risks like data breaches and fraud.""

Leadership Principles

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Controversies & Challenges

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