Looking to quell financial risks

Government Work Report shows China's intent to tackle challenges arising from new-age monetary products

As cryptocurrency bitcoin's value roller-coasted globally in recent months, so did the sleep pattern of Beijing-based cargoloader Zeng Wen, 27, who doubles up as a part-time risk-happy investor.

Zeng used to earn 2,800 yuan ($442.2) in monthly salary before he, armed with no more than rudimentary market knowledge and a smartphone with 4G mobile internet, started investing in virtual or digital currencies in 2017.