Melissa Chen

Melissa Chen’s achievements are marked by her ability to cross between journalism, activism, and business. Her recognition in the 2023 '40 Under 40' list is a testament to her strategic acumen at Uber Eats, where she helped grow the platform into a dominant market player in Taiwan. Her co-founding of Ideas Beyond Borders has had a tangible impact on promoting free expression in the Middle East, earning her respect among free speech advocates worldwide. As CEO of Digital Currency X Technology, she is charting a new path in the fintech space, demonstrating her versatility and forward-thinking approach.