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The9 Limited Appoints George Lai As Chief Executive Officer

PUBLIC · NCTYJul 27, 2026•14 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

The9 Limited

George Lai
ShanghaiInformation TechnologyBlockchainCryptocurrencyInternet

Description

The9 Limited announced the appointment of George Lai as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 27, 2026. Mr. Lai succeeds Jun Zhu, who continues to serve as Executive Chairman

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Company

The9 Limited

Location

Shanghai, Shanghai, China

About

The9 Limited (The9) is an Internet company listed on Nasdaq in 2004. The9 aims to become a global diversified high-tech Internet company, and is engaged in blockchain business including the operation of cryptocurrency mining. SOURCE The9 Limited

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