Zhihu’s chief technology officer resigns, effective immediately

Published 30/09/2025, 11:06
Zhihu’s chief technology officer resigns, effective immediately

BEIJING - Zhihu Inc. (NYSE:ZH; HKEX:2390), China’s leading online content community, announced Tuesday that Chief Technology Officer Bin Sun has resigned effective September 30, 2025.

The company cited personal reasons for Sun’s departure in a statement. No immediate successor was named.

"On behalf of our board and management team, I extend our sincere gratitude to Mr. Sun for his valuable contribution as our chief technology officer," said Yuan Zhou, chairman and chief executive officer of Zhihu.

Zhihu, which began operations in 2010, has grown to become China’s largest Q&A-inspired online content community. The platform positions itself as a space where users find solutions, make decisions, seek inspiration, and engage with content.

The company is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The announcement did not provide details about transition plans for the technology leadership role.

The information in this article is based on a company press release statement.

In other recent news, Zhihu Inc. reported a notable turnaround in its second-quarter financial results, swinging to a profit. This positive shift is attributed to the company’s efficiency initiatives and the integration of artificial intelligence. The financial improvement marks a significant development for Zhihu, highlighting the impact of its strategic efforts. In another development, Zhihu announced the resignation of its Chief Technology Officer, Mr. Bin Sun. The resignation is effective immediately, with the company citing personal reasons for Sun’s departure. Zhihu has not yet announced a successor for the CTO position, and no further details about the resignation were provided. These recent developments reflect significant changes within the company.

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