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Qiao Yu is very confident that Richard will be moving into the white house this decade.

As he said, eight years of subtle guidance is enough to influence the mindset of a generation.

This is precisely what general artificial intelligence technology, or rather, algorithms controlled by general artificial intelligence, can easily accomplish.

Of course, Qiao Yu's instructions to July were not so direct; they were just a very general statement.

"Let more West University students like lucky Richard."

As for how to make more people like it, that's something July needs to figure out herself.

Poll data from various parties have shown that this issue, which was considered in July, is quite well-received.

Even more than that.

Even many people who don't particularly like Richard believe that only a university like West University under the leadership of someone like Richard has a future.

Of course, July has certainly done more than just this one thing over the years.

In fact, giving Richard that equipment was something Qiao Yu did privately.

July's most outstanding contribution was to humanity's conquest of deep space.

This includes, but is not limited to, planning the construction of a human lunar base.

In the past decade, China has built five large bases on the moon.

In fact, the term "base" is no longer a proper way to describe these building complexes, since these bases are roughly equivalent to small county towns in China if placed on Earth.

In addition to the initial research base, there are two heavy industrial bases and two lunar tourism bases.

In fact, heavy industrial bases and scientific research bases also serve as tourist reception centers.

Tourists are often curious about how people who work on the moon study and live.

As a result, a day trip to the lunar factory and laboratory has become one of the unique attractions on the moon.

In short, the leaders have put a lot of thought into ensuring that relatively wealthy people can enjoy their time on the moon and are willing to contribute their money to China's lunar development.

For convenient transportation, the five large bases, or human settlements, are connected by maglev trains.

In addition to solar energy, China has also built three high-temperature gas-cooled reactor nuclear power plants on the moon.

The main problem is the excessive electricity consumption of heavy industrial bases, especially in terms of water usage for production.

It's impossible to transport water from Earth for a lunar industrial base. That would be too costly.

Although solid ice forms of water have been found in lunar craters, large-scale extraction is still very troublesome.

Moreover, this portion of water is mainly used for domestic water use in the five major bases.

Therefore, the water used in heavy industry is mainly synthesized by decomposing oxides and hydrides in lunar soil.

This is also why nuclear power plants need to be built.

Although demand decomposition and synthesis technologies are very mature, these high-energy reactions require sufficient and stable power support.

However, the cost of continuing to build nuclear power plants is still too high, so China has overcome the challenges of space solar energy collection technology and wireless power transmission technology in the past eight years.

The first phase of space solar panel installation has begun.

It is expected that in two years, the main power supply for the lunar heavy industrial base will gradually be supplied by the space solar power base.

In addition, two spaceports with a daily throughput of up to 100 flights are under construction near the two heavy industrial bases on the moon.

Once completed, these two spaceports will not only serve as a link for goods exchange between the Moon and Earth, but also as a base for launching spacecraft from the Moon to deep space.

The Moon's low gravity, compared to Earth, gives it an advantage in launching deep-space exploration spacecraft.

Launching these spacecraft from the moon would be much cheaper.

The unmanned Mars exploration program has been put on the agenda. Of course, the first unmanned spacecraft to go to Mars will also be piloted by July.

In July, the mission will not only be to explore Mars, but also to lay satellites along the way and build transit stations.

In this situation, the role of July truly becomes apparent.

As the first general artificial intelligence product developed by humankind, it can quickly adjust its strategies based on different situations, thanks to the powerful computing capabilities of quantum simulation computers.

The ability to control, analyze in real time, and make decisions more precisely than humans is clearly the most important part of this task.

In particular, the laying of various satellite relays along the route ensures that the information obtained by the spacecraft can be sent back to Earth in real time.

Even if the spacecraft encounters an accident during its long journey in space, the complete situation can be transmitted back to Earth, accumulating more experience for the construction of subsequent spacecraft.

The construction of space resupply stations along the route lays the foundation for future manned deep space exploration.

After all, the distance from the Earth-Moon system to Mars or other planets is too great.

In actual manned spaceflight exploration, if the spacecraft malfunctions, at least there will be a place where human vital signs can be maintained and rescue can be awaited.

In short, Qiao Yu did not deceive the mathematicians who were studying mathematical theories day and night in order to make July's abilities even stronger.

Although Qiao Yu would sometimes send Qiyue to do all sorts of random things, Qiyue's outstanding role in deep space exploration was still recognized by everyone.

Correspondingly, in just ten years, metamathematics has developed into a relatively independent branch of mathematics.

Its sub-fields are so numerous that they are comparable to those of traditional mathematics itself.

For example, metaalgebra, which emphasizes the study of the structure of consciousness, has subfields such as consciousness ring theory, homological logic representation theory, free module theory, stability theory of intentional modules, and so on...

There are also theories in metageometry such as fiber bundle theory of consciousness tendency, stability theory of intentional modules, curvature consciousness theory, cognitive manifold theory, ethical connection theory, and analogical-Tao space analysis...

Other related topics include cognitive calculus, decision equation trees, model structures within the cognitive DG domain, and differential homeomorphism classification of consciousness attractors…

In recent years, many young people who majored in artificial intelligence at the undergraduate level have stubbornly plunged into this deep pit, and then they can't get out...

There's no way out.

They have access to the world's best mentors, ample opportunities for hands-on experience, and the chance to get up close and personal with the most powerful AI system in human history, with unlimited access to computing resources...

Even so, it has been seven years since the Metamathematics major officially began enrolling graduate students.

The 57 professors recruited a total of 212 graduate students in the past two years, but only two of them have successfully graduated with their doctorates.

Currently, the graduation delay rate exceeds 99%. It's important to note that Metamathematics currently only offers a doctoral program and does not admit undergraduate students; it only admits graduate students specializing in mathematics and artificial intelligence.

Those who successfully graduated all stayed on in the project team, continuing to contribute to the project...

In short, the gains these mathematicians made over the years have been immense, even if it meant traveling thousands of miles to stay in China.

After all, they can all leave their names in the greatest projects of human civilization.

Of course, in addition to these top mathematicians, there are hundreds of thousands of engineers and millions of programmers working directly or indirectly for this July and space project.

That's how it is in an era of rapid productivity growth. When the economy is vibrant, people can easily find goals to strive for.

Everything looked so thriving.

Especially when interstellar exploration and conquest have become a consensus among all mankind, although China itself has never admitted it, there is no doubt that the great Eastern power has become the leader of this world.

The only leader!
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"Hahaha... My application for a trip to the moon has finally been approved! Old Zheng, why don't you take a few days off and find someone else to take over your job?"

So, call all your buddies and let's take a vacation together. I'll take you all to the moon for a party! A party where you don't have to worry about work, just pure fun.

You've worked really hard all these years, it's time to relax.

In the office, Qiao Yu looked at the letter specially sent to him on his computer and laughed excitedly.

Ten years didn't really leave much of a mark on him. People who don't think too much are mostly like that.

Especially in terms of life, Qiao Yu can't think of anything she hasn't enjoyed yet.

Even if it was just a sudden whim of his, wanting to taste what roasted pigeons from the Paris square tasted like.

This wish can be fulfilled on the same day...

There's not even a need to waste manpower from China to serve him.

In any case, FineRain Technology has a wide investment scope, dealing not only with banks in many countries, but also directly controlling the security of the modern financial system...

Aside from not being able to go to the moon or go to various dangerous places...

The reason why this application was finally approved is actually quite simple.

Most importantly, after ten years, the technology for lunar travel has become very mature in all aspects.

In particular, in terms of safety, the entire Earth-Moon transportation system has been operating continuously for six years with zero accidents under July's control.

Similarly, security measures at all lunar bases are extremely comprehensive. The last time an accident resulted in injuries was five years ago.

It's really unreasonable to keep suppressing it any longer.

Can we really say that the chief commander of the lunar construction project can't go to the moon?
"Actually, I'm not that interested in going to the moon. You can take self-reflection with you on your trip."

Zheng Xiwen shook his head, politely declining.

His current situation is very special. If he takes leave, he will almost certainly be transferred to another position.

Of course, even if it's just out of consideration for Qiao Yu, his position won't be too bad; it'll probably be the kind of leisurely job where he can enjoy a comfortable life.

However, Zheng Xiwen has already gotten used to her current life and can even find enjoyment in it, so naturally she is too lazy to make any changes.

"No, you should relax too. Besides, Zisheng, his grandma, and Coco have already been to the moon."

I should have gone with them last time. But I couldn't go because of that conference.

Anyway, they didn't take me last time, so I definitely won't take them this time either. I'm planning to invite some friends and go play games on the moon together. Let's recapture the feeling of our youth.

Seeing Qiao Yu's excited expression, Zheng Xiwen was speechless again...

After all, in his eyes, Qiao Yu wasn't old at all...

“I won’t go up. Richard is giving his first televised speech in a couple of days, and I plan to stay on Earth and keep an eye on it.”

Zheng Xiwen was indeed very concerned about Richard's situation.

After all, he was the one who coordinated and handled many things.

Initially, this chess piece was just a whim of Qiao Yu's.

At that time, not many people believed that Qiao Yu could truly succeed. But now, this is no longer just about Qiao Yu; it's a major event that will shape the global landscape for the next decade.

It was a landmark event in the East Asianization of the world.

Over the years, it's not just Richard's supporters who have been affected, but also Richard himself.

Once Richard moved into the white house, many projects covering the entire Western University area could proceed smoothly.

For example, a comprehensive reform of the education system and its content...

The simplest example is that, although now most of the elite private schools in Western University have made Chinese a compulsory course.

Even the top 30 elite universities in the Western University, although not explicitly requiring it, generally require Chinese language scores for admission.

However, many state public schools still do not include Chinese as a compulsory subject.

This clearly has a serious impact on the promotion of Chinese culture to the West.

Richard planned to change this situation by promoting the popularity of Chinese through more authoritative and standardized college entrance examinations.

This is clearly a good thing, especially for China.

"We can watch Richard perform on the moon... Hey, if you really don't want to go, then forget it. Old Zheng, you should learn to enjoy life now."

Qiao Yu sighed.

Zheng Xiwen replied with a smile, "I'm already enjoying myself very much. Everyone's pursuits are different. If they were all the same, it wouldn't be very interesting."

Qiao Yu rolled her eyes.

It's so boring; everyone around him is a religious person...

Moreover, he has already integrated work into his life. In a way, he's become an oddball. He always keeps his work and life very separate.

So much so that even someone as thick-skinned as him feels embarrassed when he receives praise.

"Sigh, if you don't want to go, that's fine! But when we can go to Mars in the future, don't beg me to take you."

Qiao Yu muttered something listlessly.

If all else fails, he still plans to bring Xia Keke along.

Although Coco is now a woman nearing forty, she still knows exactly how to provide him with emotional support, just like before…

In previous years, she had to take care of her younger sister, but the sister has grown up in the last two years. To Xia Keke's and many others' disappointment, it seems her sister didn't inherit Qiao Yu's exceptional intelligence...

He didn't excel in mathematics, but he was particularly playful.

However, Qiao Yu never cared about any of that.

Don't even mention that his family's wealth is enough for his two young children to squander.

Even if he loses all his wealth, he is still optimistic about the future of this era, at least it will prevent people from starving to death.

Not to mention that the two little ones are native Chinese.

In this era, Chinese people are the most respected anywhere in the world.

Without exception...

After all, under official guidance, everyone knows not to provoke Chinese people.

Let's not go too far ahead. Even if we can't participate in something as significant as interstellar development, let's just say that if we really offend China badly, our planes won't even be able to take to the skies...

"Haha, by the time Mars is developed, I probably won't be able to run anymore! I won't be able to go even if I want to."

Zheng Xiwen said dismissively.

"Perhaps it won't take that long. With the assistance of July, the research on new materials is progressing so rapidly. Once the space assembly plant on the moon is completed, spacecraft production will also increase."

By then, the route from the Earth-Moon system to Mars will be ready, and perhaps in the next decade, Mars will become a tourist destination.

Ten years from now, you won't be too old. Judging from your current condition, you'll still be able to run around. Think about it, how many wealthy people in their eighties have been taken to the moon for a visit?

Zheng Xiwen remained silent, then stood up and went to the side room of Qiao Yu's office to find a bottle of champagne...

Under Qiao Yu's bewildered gaze, he opened the champagne and poured two glasses.

After handing a glass to Qiao Yu, Zheng Xiwen said earnestly, "To the great era you have created!"

These words made Qiao Yu feel embarrassed again...

After a two-second silence, Qiao Yu earnestly corrected, "It's not 'I,' it should be 'we'! To the great era we've created!"

—The End (End of Chapter)