# List of media companies and publishers in China

Tamtam tracks 63 media companies and publishers headquartered in China. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Tencent, ByteDance and Sohu.com. Their median headcount is 669. Half of them were founded in 2004 or later. The most common headquarters are Beijing (24), Shanghai (6) and Guangzhou (3).

This selection of Chinese media companies and publishers includes large technology groups and established internet service providers. Tencent, a technology company, enriches internet users' lives through communications and social platforms. ByteDance fosters imagination across commerce, content, and entertainment. Sohu.com offers a network of web properties for information and communication, while NetEase provides online services focused on content creation and gaming. iQIYI.com is a tech-based entertainment company, and CCTV+ is a video news agency.

The companies listed are primarily large and mid-sized firms, with a strong presence in software development and internet services. Many of these companies, such as Tencent, Sohu.com, and NetEase, were founded around the late 1990s, indicating a period of significant growth in China's internet and media sectors.

🇨🇳 China · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Tencent](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tencent) (tencent.com)<br>A technology company based in China that enriches the lives of Internet users through communications, social platforms, advertising, financial technology, and business services | Software Development | 🇨🇳 Shenzhen | 89,197 | 1998 |
| 2 | [ByteDance](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bytedance) (joinbytedance.com)<br>incubator of global platforms, fostering imagination across commerce, content, entertainment, and enterprise services to inspire creativity and enrich lives globally. | Software Development | 🇨🇳 China | 49,723 | 2012 |
| 3 | [Sohu.com](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sohu-com) (sohu.com)<br>Premier online brand in China offering a network of web properties and community-based products for information, entertainment, and communication | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 14,201 | 1999 |
| 4 | [NetEase](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/netease) (netease.com)<br>A leading internet technology company in China, providing premium online services focused on content creation, gaming, intelligent learning, online music, and consumer lifestyle brands | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Hangzhou | 12,027 | 1997 |
| 5 | [腾讯科技](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-10699341) (news.qq.com)<br>A technology company providing latest news, original content, deep web reporting, news research, internet investment database, and exclusive Chinese translations of US media | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 6,455 | 1998 |
| 6 | [Sina Com Technology (China) Co. LTD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sina-com-technology-china-co-ltd) (sina.com.cn)<br>SINA provides online media, MVAS, and social networking services tailored for Chinese audiences worldwide, generating revenue from advertising, services, and e-commerce | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 China Beijing | 4,246 |  |
| 7 | [iQIYI.com](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/iqiyi-com) (iqiyi.com)<br>A tech-based entertainment company focused on quality content and innovative services, with a youthful and stylish branding approach | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 3,353 | 2010 |
| 8 | [东方财富](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-14447361) (quote.eastmoney.com)<br>Founded by the legendary figure in the financial world, this entity focuses on wealth creation and innovative financial solutions | Financial Services | 🇨🇳 | 2,778 | 2004 |
| 9 | [bilibili Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bilibili-group) (bilibili.com)<br>A leading cultural community platform with real-time comments, interactive content, and popular user-generated videos across entertainment, gaming, anime, and technology categories | Software Development | 🇨🇳 Yangpu District | 2,533 | 2009 |
| 10 | [CCTV+ (Video News Agency)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cctv-video-news-agency) (cctvplus.com)<br>A leading video news agency in China providing Chinese news and international perspectives through quality footage, live signals, and archives to global media organizations | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 | 1,896 | 2010 |
| 11 | [Global Foodmate Consulting](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/global-foodmate-consulting) (global.foodmate.net)<br>Foodmatenet provides food industry information, technology, testing, and quality management services, along with marketing solutions for food-related enterprises worldwide | Food and Beverage Services | 🇨🇳 Yantai | 1,754 | 2001 |
| 12 | [CGTN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cgtn) (cgtn.com)<br>An international media organization providing accurate news coverage in five languages, promoting communication and understanding between China and the world | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 1,603 |  |
| 13 | [StarTimes](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/startimes) (startimes.com.cn)<br>A Chinese media group leading digital TV operations in Africa, providing technology, network, and content services to millions of subscribers | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 1,600 | 1988 |
| 14 | [Alibaba Digital Media & Entertainment Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alibaba-digital-media-and-entertainment-group) (campus.chinahr.com)<br>Alibaba Digital Media & Entertainment Group builds a one-stop platform for online video, digital content, film, gaming, music, and live streaming services | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 1,295 | 2016 |
| 15 | [北京字节跳动科技有限公司](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-32818550) (toutiao.com)<br>A technology company based in Beijing, China, specializing in information technology and services | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 1,130 |  |
| 16 | [Tencent Music entertainment Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tencent-music-entertainment-group)<br>Tencent Music Entertainment Group is a leading online music platform in China, offering music streaming, karaoke, live streaming, and social interaction services | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Shenzhen | 992 |  |
| 17 | [喜马拉雅](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-13327741) (ximalaya.com)<br>Leading new economy unicorn company in audio industry with 600 million users, innovative content ecosystem, AI smart speaker, and global cultural impact | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Pudong New Area | 933 | 2012 |
| 18 | [China Daily](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/china-daily) (chinadaily.com.cn)<br>Global media group providing authoritative information, analysis, and entertainment with a focus on China through print and digital platforms worldwide | Newspaper Publishing | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 827 | 1981 |
| 19 | [Bitauto Holdings Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bitauto-holdings-limited) (bitauto.com)<br>A leading provider in China's automotive industry offering internet content, advertising, digital marketing services, and platforms for dealers and automakers | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 765 | 2000 |
| 20 | [斗鱼TV](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tv) (douyu.com)<br>A leading live streaming platform focused on bringing joy through interactive broadcasts in gaming, sports, entertainment, and more Welcoming all users for a fun experience | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Wuhan | 728 | 2014 |
| 21 | [ALPHA GROUP CO., LTD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alpha-group-co-ltd) (gdalpha.com)<br>One of China's largest animation and entertainment groups with diversified business model including animation, movies, consumer goods, theme parks, and more | Entertainment Providers | 🇨🇳 Guangzhou | 702 | 1993 |
| 22 | [cyzone.cn](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cyzone-cn) (cyzone.cn)<br>Founded in 2007, this Chinese professional entrepreneurship platform offers valuable resources and services to help entrepreneurs achieve their goals and drive growth | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 701 | 2007 |
| 23 | [阅文集团](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-12942407) (yuewen.com)<br>A Chinese company specializing in content creation and distribution | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 684 |  |
| 24 | [East Money Information Co., Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/east-money-information-co-ltd) (eastmoney.com)<br>An information technology and services provider based in SHANGHAI, offering opportunities to connect with industry professionals and attract followers for growth | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 684 |  |
| 25 | [36氪（36kr.com）](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/36-36kr-com) (36kr.com)<br>The company provides comprehensive services for small and medium-sized tech innovation enterprises, including media exposure, office spaces, financing assistance, and financial information services | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 669 |  |
| 26 | [Disney+ Hotstar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/disney-hotstar-beijing) (hotstar.com)<br>A global streaming service with a vast IP library offering high-quality content, experiencing rapid growth, and challenging industry giants like Netflix | Software Development | 🇨🇳 | 655 |  |
| 27 | [Shanghai Media Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/shanghai-media-group) (smg.cn)<br>One of China's largest media and cultural conglomerates with diverse businesses including TV networks, film production, digital media, entertainment, and cultural investments | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 649 |  |
| 28 | [开勒环境科技（上海）股份有限公司](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-12942713) (wikifx.com)<br>A high-tech company specializing in SMS services, using big data and AI to offer solutions for authentication, notification, marketing, and interaction | Financial Services | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 623 | 2011 |
| 29 | [设计癖（shejipi.com）](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/shejipi-com) (shejipi.com)<br>A design media based in Beijing, China that focuses on showcasing exceptional designs and promoting creativity within the industry | Design Services | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 599 | 2012 |
| 30 | [酷狗音乐](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-3811066) (kugou.com)<br>A leading P2P music sharing software offering online file transfer, communication, and entertainment services, with advanced P2P architecture for high-speed downloads and data sharing | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Guangzhou | 597 |  |
| 31 | [虎牙](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-33287893) (huya.com)<br>A technology-driven content company focused on game live streaming, with leading platforms like Huya Live and NimoTV, covering a variety of content genres globally | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Guangzhou | 574 | 2016 |
| 32 | [Sohu.Com Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sohu-com-inc) (sohu.com)<br>Media production company located in Beijing, China, specializing in various forms of media content creation and distribution | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 569 |  |
| 33 | [LeEco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leeco) (leeco.com)<br>Innovative video company in China, leading in online movies, TV shows, sports videos Strong defender of copyrights, owns TV brand and film studio | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Chaoyang District | 550 | 2004 |
| 34 | [知乎](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-43259753) (zhihu.com)<br>Get answers and insights on various topics by visiting our page on the popular Q&A platform, providing valuable knowledge and solutions | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 529 | 2010 |
| 35 | [People's Daily Online](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/people-s-daily-online) (people.com.cn)<br>A leading news website owned by People's Daily, offering multilingual content, social media engagement, diversified businesses, and international partnerships | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 506 | 1997 |
| 36 | [BesTV](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bestv) (bestv.com.cn)<br>A leading mainland China company providing the largest IPTV service to customers | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 489 |  |
| 37 | [CDMC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cdmc) (cdmc.org.cn)<br>An international industrial consulting and social service agency focusing on the Asia Pacific region, offering conferences, exhibitions, training, and networking services | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 438 | 2004 |
| 38 | [Trends Media Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/trends-media-group) (trendsgroup.com.cn)<br>A fashion group founded in 1993 with headquarters in Beijing, expanding into various media platforms, publishing high-quality lifestyle magazines, and promoting fashion culture | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 432 | 1993 |
| 39 | [Wasu Media Holding Co., Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wasu-media-holding-co-ltd) (wasu.com)<br>A media production company in Hangzhou, China, specializing in creating various types of media content for a wide range of audiences | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Hangzhou | 407 |  |
| 40 | [映客直播](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-14389642) (inke.cn)<br>A leading mobile live streaming platform, pioneering the concept of "live+" with innovative features and content to bring happiness to users | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 379 |  |
| 41 | [一点资讯](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-6664888) (yidianzixun.com)<br>Personalized news app with custom channels and top algorithms redefining news consumption by delivering accurate information tailored to user preferences | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 | 379 |  |
| 42 | [Global Times](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/global-times) (globaltimes.cn)<br>A media outlet providing a platform for Chinese and global audiences to understand each other through news and perspectives | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 377 |  |
| 43 | [Caixin Global](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/caixin-global) (caixinglobal.com)<br>A reputable source providing macroeconomics, finance, and business intelligence on China Tailored news, data, and analysis for industry professionals, business leaders, and policymakers | Online Audio and Video Media | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 377 |  |
| 44 | [IReader Technology Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ireader-technology-limited) (zhangyue.com)<br>Specializing in e-reading, gaming, and ads, the company purchases, produces, and manages digital content to publish books on apps globally | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 364 | 2008 |
| 45 | [China Central Television](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/china-central-television) (cctv.com)<br>Predominant state television broadcaster in China, offering a variety of programming in six languages to over one billion viewers | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 355 | 1958 |
| 46 | [Youku Tudou Inc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/youku-tudou-inc) (youku.com)<br>A Beijing-based media production company that connects with members on LinkedIn to attract new customers, brand fans, and future employees | Media Production | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 354 |  |
| 47 | [Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/foreign-language-teaching-and-research-press) (fltrp.com)<br>Leading educational publisher in China focused on foreign language teaching Expanding into educational services, digital publishing, assessment, training, and information services through innovation | Book and Periodical Publishing | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 349 | 1979 |
| 48 | [Hero Esports](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hero-esports) (heroesports.com)<br>Specializing in powering esports, this company offers support and solutions for the growing industry through its services and expertise | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇨🇳 Shanghai | 338 | 2016 |
| 49 | [Nanfang Media Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nanfang-media-group) (southcn.com)<br>A prominent media group based in Guangzhou, China, publishing popular newspapers and periodicals such as Southern Metropolis Daily and Southern Weekly | Newspaper Publishing | 🇨🇳 Guangzhou (Canton) | 330 | 1949 |
| 50 | [ChinaDaily.com.cn](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chinadaily-com-cn) (chinadaily.com.cn)<br>Leading national English-language website providing comprehensive multimedia content about China with over 52 million daily page views | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | 🇨🇳 Beijing | 324 | 1995 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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