As a mage, I just want to pursue the truth

Chapter 174 Before the Press Conference
In recent years, it has become increasingly difficult for small countries to remain neutral and maneuver between major powers.

Merlin's disclosure of all the American encrypted information was like tearing off America's underwear.

Even with the advantage of the media, America can no longer occupy the moral high ground, as many things have gone beyond the bottom line.

In fact, the outside world already knew about it, but their knowledge was sporadic.

For example, in the experiments conducted by the Americans in Guatemala from 1946 to 1948, as many as 5500 Guatemalans became experimental subjects.

Even earlier, in 1932, experiments were conducted on black people in Alabama, USA.

Similar incidents have been reported by the outside world, but they have not formed a wave of public opinion against America. They are like a gust of wind that blows away.

Merlin's website published these events, forming a chain. America's experiment was continuous, and many of the people involved had names.

Biological experiments are just a small aspect of it, and many other secrets have been revealed.

In Europe, people are driven by public opinion and their boycott of America even exceeds that of Russia.

Lion City previously sat on the fence between America and China, but in reality it leaned towards America.

As America's actions came to light, Lion City realized that if the confrontation escalated, Lion City would become a sacrifice when America needed it.

I had a hunch before, but people always have a lucky mentality. Now a lot of it has been confirmed.

Therefore, Lion City now wants to maintain absolute neutrality, so Zheng Li’s safety in Lion City is guaranteed.

In fact, Zheng Li has already arranged multiple measures to ensure his own safety.

A mage has to hide when he needs to.

After Merlin’s public debut, not only Ke Chuang Biotechnology has increased its R&D investment in Magic Coin.

Major Chinese Internet companies such as Ali and Tencent have increased their investments.

The Internet industry has not had a good time in recent years, and marginal departments of large companies are often at risk of layoffs.

This type of layoff is not just about one person, but may be about one-third to two-thirds of the entire department, with the remaining people transferred to other departments. Or even an entire department may be laid off.

Even in core departments, the iteration speed of personnel is slowing down.

Now, these large companies will assess those who are to be laid off before internal optimization. The assessment mainly tests mathematics and algorithms. If they can pass the test, they will be transferred to the mining department.

It's an internal transfer.

December 12th is Christmas Eve, a traditional Western holiday, and it is also a Sunday.

The launch of Ke Chuang Future's brain-computer connected VR conference was held on this day.

It can catch up with both the New Year's Day in China and the Christmas shopping week in the West.

During the holiday season, players' enthusiasm for spending is higher than usual.

The release time of many blockbuster games is deliberately chosen during this time period, based on this logic.

Ke Chuang Future chose the 24th as the date for its brain-computer connected VR conference, taking into account both domestic and foreign players.

"I was asked to speak at this press conference. Although I practiced many times, I was still a little nervous. Previously, Kechuang Bio's products were all to B, so there was no need to hold a press conference."

Although endorphins or brain-computer-connected mobile phones are for personal use, they are also purchased by institutions and will not be sold directly to patients by Ke Chuang Bio.

The night before the press conference, Li Miaomiao called her sister to try to relieve the pressure. Li Shuyao had already graduated with a master's degree and stayed in CICC's investment research department as she wished.

"Instead of calling me, you might as well call Zheng Li. Talking to him can better relieve your inner anxiety."

"I haven't finished my work yet. CICC really treats men and women like animals and puts them on high-intensity standby for 24 hours."

"Now I understand why they say the end of the universe is civil servants. Civil servants can balance career and life. If I were to choose again, I would really choose the selected students from Jiangcheng."

"Working in a securities firm means having a career but no life."

Li Miaomiao said helplessly: "It's still not too late for you to take the civil service exam now."

"I just finished a phone call with Zheng Li, and he told me that he believed in me and that I could do it, and then he went about his business."

"This kind of comfort is perfunctory, how should I put it?"

Li Shuyao laughed twice and joked, "It's good enough to have Zheng Shen comfort you."

"Just treat the people below as air. I still don't understand why you could just let Lei Jun hold this press conference."

"Mr. Lei has been through a lot and has seen a lot. Besides, Da Mi is already one of the shareholders of Ke Chuang Future."

Li Miaomiao explained: "Mr. Lei's entire focus is on the Rice Car, which will be launched in March next year. He can't spare the time."

"Among your other senior executives, is there anyone from Tencent who wants to host the press conference? This is a great opportunity to show your face in front of tens of millions of players." Li Shuyao asked.

Li Miaomiao sighed: "They all think that with Zheng Li not here, I can attract the most attention to the press conference."

Li Shuyao nodded: "That makes sense. Everyone always wants to see beautiful women speaking on the stage, not otakus."

Some manufacturers in Japan plan to develop galgames specifically for brain-computer VR, saying they hope to give players an immersive experience.

Li Miaomiao sighed and said, "Now I'm really afraid that I won't perform well at that time."

Li Shuyao: "What's there to be afraid of with a teleprompter? At worst, just read from the script. In the end, the product speaks for itself."

"When can you send me one of your brain-computer connection VR devices? I will help you evaluate it."

Li Miaomiao: "I will send one to you after the press conference tomorrow. I personally find it very good. It is much more convenient and playable than traditional VR."

Li Shuyao: "Of course. We have discussed brain-computer connection VR internally and we all agree that this is a direction with great potential."

"Neuralink is the only company that can compete with Kechuang Bio in the field of brain-computer connection. This is why Neuralink's products can only survive in the mid-range mobile phone market, but its valuation is still over 10 billion US dollars."

"You have to cherish this time. Once Neuralink can develop similar brain-computer connection VR technology, America will definitely use various reasons to prevent your brain-computer connection VR from entering the American market."

Li Miaomiao: "I also know that we have heard some news that America is considering whether to increase taxes or directly ban brain-computer VR."

"It's just that Merlin has been making so much noise lately that America has no energy to discuss these things. But sooner or later, they will face sanctions."

"It's just a matter of time before the sanctions come down. We have been prepared for this internally for a long time."

"It's just that the attitude of the Europa League is unclear right now. They will most likely impose a fine, but it's just a matter of how much."

Li Shuyao: "If it's just a fine, it won't be a problem if you are rich."

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