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Chapter 1383 Harvesting Leeks Thirty Years Later
There's a reason Carlson was angry. Under his meticulous management, Ericsson can be said to be the most successful foreign brand in terms of localization in mainland China!
Ericsson's most profitable businesses, such as mobile phones, communication equipment, and base stations, are all being manufactured in mainland China.

Even in the field of base stations, Ericsson's 2G base stations are currently the largest 2G base station equipment supplier in China, crushing brands such as Huawei and ZTE.

Which company benefits most from the launch of Shenzhou Global Connect?
That would undoubtedly be Ericsson. The huge sales of Hasee Global Pass phones, while not making 2G phones completely mainstream, certainly brought them into the mainstream spotlight.

GSM base stations represent the most mature technology in the 2G industry, and Ericsson is the largest promoter of GSM base stations.

Ericsson is already overwhelmed with 2G base station orders from mainland Chinese telecom operators, with orders already booked until next year.

It can be said that every time Shenzhou Global Pass is sold to a region, it's equivalent to advertising Ericsson's 2G base stations!

Therefore, even though they are competitors in the mobile phone industry, in the telecommunications industry, Carlson really wants to treat Shenzhou Global Pass mobile phones like royalty.

The release of the Shenzhou Global Pass mobile phone is equivalent to Ericsson's years of advertising.

But now, those old men at Ericsson headquarters are refusing to let Dongke in, all because of Bluetooth technology.

Having lived in mainland China for so many years, Carlson, who was originally an expert on the mainland, had completely figured out the rules of how society operated there.

This will give us a clearer understanding of just how influential Dongling Hi-Tech is in mainland China!
Carlson considered Ericsson's decision regarding the Bluetooth SIG to be perhaps its biggest failure.

It might even affect Ericsson.

Yes, Dongling Hi-Tech hasn't entered the telecommunications equipment industry, nor is it a telecommunications equipment manufacturer, but that doesn't mean Dongling Hi-Tech can't influence the telecommunications equipment sector in mainland China.

Putting everything else aside, just in Hanxi alone, once Dongke starts to move, it's hard to say whether Ericsson's communication equipment will still be able to enter the Hanxi market.

What worries Carlson even more is Dongke's choice on 3G standards. If Dongke stands against Ericsson, it could affect the attitude of the entire mainland technology industry toward 3G technology!
"A bunch of idiots!"

Carlson finally couldn't help but curse, while Fan Dezhi, sitting to the side, could only pretend not to hear.

"President Carlson, this is not something you can decide. Ericsson Continental has already achieved its best under your leadership!"

Fan Dezhi said to Carlson, "It's not Carlson sitting in the Ericsson headquarters, so what can he do?"
He shook his head helplessly, knowing that he couldn't influence Ericsson's headquarters decision.

But the thought of Ericsson having to go head-to-head with Dongling High-Tech in mainland China made Carlson's scalp tingle.

Ericsson's bunch of old men just give orders blindly, but the one in mainland China is Carlson! Carlson really wants to curse those guys' ancestors for eight generations!

Not everyone shares Carlson's concern about Dongling High-Tech's future response.

Nokia, Toshiba, and other companies did not feel there was anything wrong with excluding Dongling Hi-Tech.

Deep down, these established giants still view Dongling Hi-Tech with prejudice, believing that Dongling Hi-Tech is nothing more than a "nouveau riche" and, moreover, a mainland company. Why should it be on equal footing with them?

This kind of arrogance is not something that can be changed overnight. It will probably only be after they are taught a lesson that they will know how to behave!
Li Dongling wasn't in a hurry about this matter; he just needed to proceed step by step.

When Shenzhou Global Pass 2 is released, Dongke will announce the establishment of the Shenzhou Inter-Transmission Alliance, first incorporating infrared into the alliance and promoting a set of standards in mainland China!
In this matter, Dongke is determined to win. Anyone who dares to show their teeth on the mainland will be beaten by Dongke!

From now on, regardless of the brand, any electronic product sold in mainland China that is equipped with infrared devices must comply with the standards of Dongke. Otherwise, it will be ineligible for certification and its products will not be allowed to be sold online.

Do you really think steamed buns aren't considered a staple food?

If Dongke doesn't flex its muscles a few times, are some of its competitors almost forgetting where Dongke's core market is and its status as a local powerhouse?

After infrared, it's Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. In terms of these standards in mainland China, Dongke is really domineering for once. What can anyone do about Dongke?

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On the Gulfstream aircraft Dongke, Zhou Hongyi, Qiu Bojun, Lei Jun, Wang Jiangmin, and Zhang Xiaocheng, general manager of Torch Group, were all on board, and they all looked quite excited.

"Will there be a lot of reporters after we get off the plane?"

The red-robed cult leader, dressed in a formal suit, couldn't help but ask the people around him, but how much better were Qiu Bojun, Wang Jiangmin, and the others around him?

For them, going public is a first-time experience, like a young woman riding in a sedan chair.

The current Zhou Hongyi exudes a visibly confident and spirited aura, a far cry from the image she once had after suffering several setbacks and needing to resort to verbal attacks.

As for Lei Jun Behavioral Science, chief researcher, and the like, they don't exist anymore. Who dares to say that Zhou Hongyi is imitating someone? He is clearly creating a new history for Zhongguancun!

This incarnation of the Red-Clad Cult Leader has no wasted time; his life has been incredibly smooth, making him the envy of countless people in Zhongguancun for his lucky charm.

Upon his debut, he joined the world's largest Chinese internet forum company, founded by alumni from Xi'an Jiaotong University, accumulating extensive experience. After Tianya Forum, he smoothly became the general manager of Yahoo! China. Following the launch of its first product, 3721 website navigation, and Chinese domain names, Yahoo! China immediately embarked on its IPO sprint.

If the experience of the "Red-Clothed Cult Leader" in the internet industry isn't considered smooth sailing, then other internet professionals are probably crying their eyes out in the bathroom.

Even Lei Jun, who was also on the Gulfstream plane, couldn't help but look at Zhou Hongyi with a hint of envy.

The two were born with incompatible horoscopes, and this hasn't changed over the years. Although they are both from the East China University of Science and Technology, every conversation inevitably ends in a dispute.

Lei Jun couldn't help but envy Zhou Hongyi, as Kingsoft had also faced many setbacks in the past, even going so far as to face bankruptcy.

Even now, thanks to the efforts of Cyberport and Peregrine, Kingsoft has finally overcome numerous difficulties to begin its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

However, the valuation is vastly different from that of 3721. In this era where the internet is highly sought after, not to mention that 3721 is a company that claims to be the catalog of the Chinese internet, and is even more hyped.

Even though they are based in mainland China, some Hong Kong financial media outlets are praising 3721 to an extreme degree. It can be said that the entire city of Hong Kong is waiting for 3721 to go public!
"Let's see if we can get to drink celebratory wine in the port city this time!"

Zhou Hongyi spoke with excitement, yet also with a touch of nervousness.

Although 3721's listing is basically a done deal, this trip to Hong Kong to conduct another round of financing and introduce a new batch of shareholders will lead to its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

But even though the matter wasn't completed with the opening bell at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Zhou Hongyi still couldn't help feeling a little nervous.

"Junior Brother Zhou, you should think about the speech for the listing day!"

Li Dashanren, who was talking quietly with Zhang Xiaocheng, looked up and teased his junior from Hanxi Jiaotong University.

Upon hearing this, a burst of laughter erupted in the cabin, but the tension gradually subsided.

If someone else had said that 3721's listing was a sure thing, no one would have listened. But when Li the Philanthropist said it, the result was completely different.

Sitting next to Li Dongling, Zhang Xiaocheng, who was tugging at his tie, felt a little suffocated. The changes in Zhang Xiaocheng's life over the years were truly remarkable.

From taking over a near-bankrupt component factory in his town after retiring from the military, to launching a satellite set-top box that swept the nation.

Then, it transformed into the world's largest lighter manufacturer, becoming a pillar of employment in Hanxi. With Torch Group around, jobs in Hanxi can be stabilized.

Now, Zhang Xiaocheng's identity is about to change again; he may become the president of an American listed company!

To be honest, looking back on these years, Zhang Xiaocheng feels like he's in a dream. He wouldn't even dare to dream that he would be where he is today.

Countless departments and organizations in China are studying the transformation of Pingyang Shangguan Components Factory into Torch Group. The success of disposable lighters in winning anti-dumping cases in Europe, as well as Ruyan e-cigarettes, are all classic case studies worthy of being included in business schools!

Zhang Xiaocheng's reputation naturally grew louder and louder, but in reality, he felt somewhat uneasy.

"This time, do we really have to deal with Wall Street institutions and American Tobacco Company again?"

Zhang Xiaocheng couldn't help but ask Li Dongling what they had just discussed—the matter of listing Ruyan e-cigarettes on the New York Stock Exchange.

Previously, Zhang Xiaocheng had never dealt with these overseas giants before, so he was naturally a little nervous. The main reason was that he was afraid of being taken advantage of, otherwise he would not be able to explain to those who endorsed Torch Group.

Seeing Zhang Xiaocheng's expression, Li Dongling comforted him, "If Ruyan e-cigarettes want to continue selling in America, Europe, Japan, and other places, going public is a necessary step!"

The tobacco industry is incredibly complex, and e-cigarettes are taking away market share from traditional tobacco companies.

Therefore, it is necessary to find enough supporters for it, and also to share some profits with those who endorse Ruyan e-cigarettes, so that Ruyan e-cigarettes can go further.

"When Ruyan e-cigarettes were to go public, it was those institutions and tobacco companies that were begging Ruyan e-cigarettes, not us begging them!"

Li Dongling told Zhang Xiaocheng to put his heart into it and not worry about it. It's because Wall Street institutions want to get a piece of the lucrative e-cigarette market, not because Ruyan e-cigarettes is begging them to invest. There's a fundamental difference between the two.

Zhang Xiaocheng nodded, then asked Li Dongling, "As for Ruyan e-cigarettes, how much money do you plan to raise, and at what valuation will you list? I need to report to my superiors in advance."

"You don't need to worry about financing; Peregrine Securities will take full responsibility!"

The valuation of Ruyan e-cigarettes must certainly match its true value!

Li Dongling laughed and said, "Since we're planning to harvest all the韭菜 (a metaphor for easily exploited consumers) for the next thirty years, Ruyan e-cigarettes definitely need to make a big move."

(End of this chapter)