Rebirth 08: Can a mobile game company also build a tech empire?

The program ended, and the end credits began to roll.

Wang Wenfeng sat on the sofa in a daze for a long time.

He immediately got up and opened his laptop.

Log in to your favorite tech forums.

Sure enough, related discussions have already flooded social media.

A prominent post was pinned to the top of the homepage by the moderator.

[Pinned Hot Post] "Have you seen the report on Zhejiang TV? The case of Cheng Lin being impersonated and scammed has blown up!"

[Original Poster]: "Just finished reading the news, I'm shocked! Those scammers are actually using Cheng Lin and ZhengTu Technology's names to swindle money! The report says there seem to be quite a few victims, and the total amount must be considerable."

[Second Floor (Sofa)]: "My roommate almost got scammed! Luckily, I was alert and sensed something was wrong, so I stopped her. But the imposter was really good at it; his social media was full of Cheng Lin's photos and screenshots of him pretending to chat with other fans."

[Third Floor]: "Zhengtu Technology did a great job this time! Not only did they call the police, but they also made it onto TV. This kind of company has a sense of responsibility!"

[Fourth Floor]: "I am one of the victims. I was scammed out of 800 yuan. At the time, I really thought it was Cheng Lin herself. She even said it was a benefit for loyal fans. Now I realize how stupid I was."

[Fifth Floor]: "Hugs, it's not your fault. It's just that the scammers are too cunning. These imposters are taking advantage of fans' trust in internet celebrities."

[Sixth Floor]: "Tencent Spaces' management is terrible! Why aren't these obviously fake accounts banned?"

[Seventh Floor]: "Upstairs, for every one you ban, a new one comes right away. You can't ban them all. The problem is there's no authentication system. How can anyone tell which one is real and which one is fake?"

[Eighth Floor]: "Zhengtu Technology reacted quite quickly this time, proactively reporting to the police and cooperating with media reports. But aren't they also victims? Their brand image has been affected."

[Ninth Floor]: "Speaking of which, is ZhengTu Technology about to release a new product? Last year, Cheng Lin was the spokesperson for the ZhengTu Z1, and now you're helping her deal with the impersonation incident. It feels like this is a warm-up for a new product?"

[10th Floor] replied to [9th Floor]: "Possibly! I heard that Conquer Online is making a mobile game, I don't know if it's true."

Wang Wenfeng scrolled the mouse.

Watching the heated discussion among netizens.

He thought for a moment and replied in the post:

"I am a programmer,"

From a technical point of view,

Establishing a reliable authentication system is indeed necessary!

This involves a series of issues, including the verification process and accuracy of personal information and virtual accounts.

Z-Dimension is a video website under Journey Technology, right?

If they can use this incident

To be the first to launch such a feature

Regardless of the initial intention,

This will promote the development of the industry.

His reply quickly drew responses from other netizens.

Some people pressed for technical details.

Some people are discussing the feasibility.

Some people believe that ideals are lofty but reality is harsh.

……

Meanwhile, on Baidu Tieba, QQ groups, and various forums.

Similar discussions have been ongoing.

Some victims have come forward to share their experiences.

Some have criticized the platform for inadequate oversight.

It demonstrates a strong sense of social responsibility in praising Journey Technology.

Some speculate that this is a pre-launch marketing campaign to generate buzz for the new product.

Public opinion is brewing.

All of this was within Lu Chen's expectations.

The day after the report aired.

Z-Dimension's authentication system has quietly gone online.

A prominent announcement was posted on the website's homepage:

[Z-Dimensional Official Authentication System Officially Launched!]

To create a clean and healthy online environment and protect the rights of creators.

Starting today, Z-Dimension is launching a user identity authentication system.

Verified users will have a unique identifier displayed next to their username.

Ensure the identity is authentic and trustworthy.

The announcement details the certification process.

Users submit identity verification materials.

After the platform approves the application.

Verified users will receive a yellow "V" badge.

Certified users will receive a blue "V" badge.

The authentication information will be displayed on the user's homepage and subject to public scrutiny.

Almost simultaneously with the release of the announcement.

A user named Ping An Hangcheng posted the first video on Z-Dimension.

In the video,

A police officer faces the camera.

Explain online fraud prevention knowledge in simple and easy-to-understand language.

Don't easily believe low-price promotions online.

Do not disclose personal information to strangers.

Never transfer money easily!

If you find out you've been scammed

Preserve evidence and report to the police immediately.

This video was featured on the homepage.

The number of comments is also rising rapidly.

"I support this! This kind of legal education is absolutely necessary!"

"This kind of science popularization should have been available a long time ago! My parents are online a lot, and I'm most afraid they'll get scammed."

"Is @平安杭城 an account of the Public Security Bureau? It's verified with a blue V badge, so it should be official, right?"

"Z Dimension's move this time was fantastic! They both cleared Cheng Lin's name and did a good job of public service announcement."

"Indeed, from now on we can tell which video is real and which is fake by watching it."

"Hopefully other platforms will learn from this and stop focusing solely on making money!"

Then,

Even more compelling news followed.

Cheng Lin has officially joined Z-Dimension.

And completed personal verification.

Next to her portrait.

Sure enough, a striking yellow V-shaped logo appeared.

The introduction section of your personal homepage.

Besides the introduction she set herself.

There is also a line of authentication instructions added by the platform:

"Z-Dimensional UP Master Certification: Well-known Penguin Space Goddess, Journey Technology Collaborating Artist."

Cheng Lin's first post was a text message.

"Thanks to @Zhengtu Technology for their help,"

Thank you @PingAnHangcheng for your attention.

Thank you to all my friends who have supported me!

The online world needs truth and integrity.

Hopefully, Z-Dimension's authentication system will leave imposters nowhere to hide.

I will be here.

Continuing to share my daily life!

This post garnered tens of thousands of likes and shares in a short period of time.

It was 3 p.m. that day.

Cheng Lin's Z-Dimensional verified account posted its first video.

The cover features a profile picture of her in an empty classroom.

The title reads: The brightest star in the night sky, dedicated to all those who still believe in the light in the darkness.

At the start of the video, Cheng Lin did not immediately begin singing.

She first bowed deeply to the camera.

Hello everyone, I'm Cheng Lin.

First of all,

I want to apologize to everyone whose name and image have been misused because of me.

And apologize to the person who was hurt.

What happened during this period,

It makes me feel powerless and sad.

But today,

With the help of the official Z-Dimensional team

I finally have a place where I can prove myself.

The prelude begins.

"The next song,

It's called "The Brightest Star in the Night Sky".

It is the theme song for the new product that ZhengTu Technology will be releasing soon.

They contacted me, hoping I would sing.

When I first saw the lyrics

I knew it; this song is saying exactly what I wanted to say too.

When the first line of lyrics is sung.

Countless viewers in front of their screens held their breath.

"The brightest star in the night sky, can you hear me...?"

Cheng Lin began to sing.

Her voice was clear with a hint of hoarseness.

It's not professional singing technique.

Yet it possesses a sincerity that touches the soul.

During the chorus, her voice trembled slightly.

I pray to have a transparent heart.

And eyes that can shed tears…

Her eyes were glistening with tears.

That wasn't acting; it was a genuine expression of emotion.

The pressure and grievances I endured during this period.

They all found an outlet in the song.