From Server Ads to Hacking: Early Experiences Laid the Groundwork
Chen Zhi first entered the gaming world through private servers of the game Legend. To attract more players, these servers required heavy advertising, creating a lucrative opportunity. A hacker group known as the Knight Attack Squad capitalized on this, using cyberattacks to gain control over ad platforms and generate massive profits.
According to multiple sources within the hacker and private server communities who spoke with Caixin, Chen was indeed a key member of the Knight Attack Squad. Though not arrested during the 2011 crackdown by Chongqing police, his involvement in the case remains widely acknowledged.
Shifting to Cambodia: Building a Business Empire from Real Estate to Telecom Fraud
After 2011, Chen quietly relocated to Cambodia, where he launched a new phase of his career. Within a decade, he expanded into real estate, finance, gambling, and eventually, telecom fraud—establishing a powerful and diversified business empire.
$60 Billion Net Worth? Frozen Assets Represent Only a Fraction
The former Taiwan business head of the Prince Group revealed that Chen once claimed to have a net worth of $60 billion. The $15 billion recently frozen by the U.S. government, according to him, accounts for just a quarter of his total assets. While unverified, this figure—if true—would place Chen among the world’s elite billionaires.
Conclusion: The Power and Wealth Behind a Mysterious Figure
Chen Zhi's rise is both legendary and indicative of the complex interplay between grey-market industries and capital expansion. His journey reflects not only personal ambition but also the broader dynamics of power and wealth in a rapidly evolving global landscape.