When I am reborn, I just want to be a top student

SIA stands for Semiconductor Industry Association, the core trade organization representing the semiconductor industry in the United States of America. Founded in 1977, its members contribute approximately 99% of the semiconductor industry's revenue in the United States and play a key role in global policy-making, technology development, and supply chain coordination.

Although its name is the Bald Eagle Federal Semiconductor Industry Association, its influence extends globally, and it has attracted international giants such as TJD, Fourstar, and NXP as members.

Such an organization naturally has rules that are highly binding on companies like ASML.

Selling a lithography machine to China is extremely difficult.

EUV lithography machines are completely banned.

DUV lithography machines are strictly prohibited. These devices can theoretically manufacture 7nm or even 5nm chips using multiple exposure technology. However, there are many procedures and hurdles to overcome before they can be sold in China.

Only DUV lithography machines with mature processes and earlier signals can be sold normally, such as TWINSCAN NXT:1980Di.

These devices are mainly used to manufacture chips with processes of 28nm and above. China is ASML's largest buyer of such devices, contributing a large portion of its revenue.

ASML claims to be a Dutch company, but judging from its shareholding structure, it is essentially a Bald Eagle corporation.

More than half of the shares are controlled by Bald Eagle Federal Capital.

Aside from its shares, ASML relies on imports for 90% of its technology, and ASML itself only controls about 10%. To put it bluntly, ASML is actually just an assembly plant, a product of the global supply chain.

For example, the three core technologies of EUV are the light source, lens, and stage. The light source comes from the United States, while the lens and stage come from Germany.

Of the more than 100,000 parts in the entire lithography machine, less than 10% are ASML's own or even manufactured in the Netherlands; the remaining 90% are imported.

What ASML is really doing is maintaining good communication with its customers, such as Intel, TJD, and Samsung, understanding their needs, then integrating the global supply chain to manufacture what the customers need, and after testing with the customers, putting it into production.

Therefore, when people heard that ASML's Chief Technology Officer Dino had come to China, their first reaction was not that they were preparing to lift restrictions and sell lithography machines to China.

After all, the SIA's limitations are there.

“SIA is unwilling to sell us lithography machines, that’s for sure. Even if we develop lithography factory technology, in their eyes, we’ve only achieved a high yield rate for 28nm chips.”

"14nm, 7nm, 5nm, and 3nm chips—these are the high-end chips."

"What they really don't want to see is that we have the ability to overcome the challenges of high-end chips and achieve breakthroughs in cutting-edge technology."

"Therefore, it is unlikely that ASML's lithography machines will be sold in China in the short term."

"Even if the lithography factory has relaxed its technology, it just means they're selling us some outdated lithography machines."

"The purpose is very simple: to seize the market ahead of time and disrupt the commercialization process of lithography technology."

Wang Donglai sat in his chair and said this calmly.

Upon hearing Wang Donglai's words, a hint of anxiety appeared on the faces of the executives present.

After all, as senior executives of Galaxy Technologies, the positive news about the lithography factory would also benefit their interests.

If ASML's lithography machines were to seize the market, causing the lithography technology of the factory to be unacceptable to the market, the impact would be significant.

Seeing that everyone was thinking, Wang Donglai continued, "As ASML's Chief Technology Officer, Dino didn't come here to us immediately, but went to Shanghai instead. The meaning is quite clear."

"Going forward, he will definitely continue to contact companies in the domestic semiconductor industry."

“Under normal circumstances, it would be fine, but things are different now.”

"The localization of the semiconductor industry chain is of paramount importance. It brings both political and commercial benefits. Therefore, we must reach a consensus at this time."

“At this point, if any domestic manufacturer contacts ASML and reaches an agreement, then I can consider them a traitor.”

Even if they didn't have that intention, their actions still achieved that effect.

"You can make a list and record it."

"Domestic semiconductor companies will definitely develop gradually after we overcome the core technologies."

"Companies that stand with us and cooperate with us will receive some preferential treatment later, but those companies on the list will not."

Wang Donglai spoke calmly, but everyone who heard it felt a chill run down their spines.

Now, Galaxy Technology's financial strength and status have reached an extremely high level.

Not to mention that Galaxy Technology also possesses a dominant position in the semiconductor field.

Just a little bit of word gets out and those companies on the list will be in serious trouble.

Although Galaxy Technology has not directly entered the smartphone business, it still has a voice thanks to its Xuanwu batteries and numerous patents.

"In addition, there is another matter. There has been too much news about the company lately, almost to the point of dominating the headlines."

"Let the media tone down the intensity a bit and focus their attention on the treatment of employees in foreign companies versus those in domestic companies."

"I've said it many times: for all the companies that cooperate with Galaxy Technology, we will provide them with sufficient benefits so that they can improve their employee compensation."

"But some companies just don't want to stop. I've heard that some companies have revenues of hundreds of billions and profits of tens of billions, but they only raise the wages of their ordinary employees by fifty yuan. In the end, they only make a few hundred million yuan a year."

“If they don’t want to be dignified, then we’ll make them dignified.”

"To reiterate, our goal in development is not to make bosses rich, nor to create a hundred or a thousand billionaires."

"Our development aims to change lives through technology, allowing more people to enjoy the happiness brought about by technological advancements, rather than having to toil like slaves their entire lives."

"A great dream, I hope that none of you here will forget it."

"If you forget, you can leave at any time, exchange your shares for money and take it with you, I will not stop you."

"Those who walk different paths cannot make plans together. People always want to do something and leave something behind."

Wang Donglai said this to everyone with utmost seriousness.

In the past, Wang Donglai's words might not have had much effect.

Those who could listen had already listened, and those who couldn't listen kept it to themselves without showing it.

But things changed once Wang Donglai gained his charismatic aura.

Everyone present felt that Wang Donglai's words made a lot of sense. Those who already agreed with him became even more convinced, while those who didn't quite agree began to consider the rationale behind them and started to waver.

This is why Wang Donglai didn't get the [Thought Seal] from the system shop. Otherwise, he really wanted to give it to all the rich people and Celestial Dragons in the world at once, instantly turning the world into a super home.

However, even with just that, it was enough for Wang Donglai.

At his level, he already has access to many high-level people.

Every time I share my thoughts and ideas, it has a certain impact.

Through gradual and subtle influence, it will naturally bear fruit one day.

The company that Wang Donglai just mentioned that gave a 50 yuan raise is none other than CATL.

Although the emergence of lithium-sulfur batteries and basalt batteries prevented CATL from achieving the same level of success as in its previous years.

However, thanks to its partnership with Galaxy Technology, CATL has not lost any money; on the contrary, it has developed even better than in its previous life.

If CATL had focused on being a supporting company for Galaxy Energy and supplementing its business ecosystem, it could have thrived in both the domestic and international markets.

Just like BYD, after seeing that Galaxy Street had developed the Xuanwu Battery, they decisively stopped expanding the speed of Fudi Battery.

They even sold part of their factory to Galaxy Technology. If you can't beat them, join them!

The boatman didn't think it was anything shameful.

If they are really stubborn and insist on competing with Galaxy Technology in this area, they may end up spending money but not achieving the desired results, and becoming a sucker for nothing.

When the company's executives heard Wang Dong say this, they were both shocked and couldn't help but agree.

Galaxy Technology prefers to lower its profit margin requirements in order to ensure better product quality and provide higher profits for its partner companies.

As a result, most of the profits ended up in the company's hands, with only scraps left for the employees below.

This is completely treating Galaxy Technology like a sucker.

Not to mention Wang Dong's arrival, even these senior executives felt somewhat uncomfortable.

The meeting has now concluded.

……

And on the other end.

Dino didn't rest either; after landing in Shanghai, he went straight to Central International.

He thought that his arrival as a senior executive of ASML would surely garner attention from Central International.

Normally he would have enjoyed such treatment, but this time was different.

Therefore, Dino had already decided that after meeting the boss of Central International, he must tell him to keep his arrival in China a secret and to keep a low profile.

However, something unexpected happened.

After receiving his message, Central International did not agree to meet, but refused to meet.

"Fake!"

Inside the hotel, Dino looked furious.

To maintain secrecy, he only brought his secretary with him.

Dino was furious when he learned from his secretary that Central International had refused to meet with him.

There's no need for further words. From the fact that Central International refused to meet, Dino knew that his idea of ​​selling lithography machines to Central International had failed.

However, after calming down a bit, Dino remembered ASML's current predicament and forced himself to suppress his anger. He asked his secretary in a calm tone, "Go and contact Center International now and tell them that we can sell them advanced lithography machines."

"I don't believe they wouldn't be tempted; there are no businessmen who don't pursue profits."

"The reason for the refusal is simply that the price of betrayal wasn't high enough!"

The secretary nodded in agreement and immediately made the contact.

However, the Center International responded quickly.

The secretary carefully approached Dino and said, "Boss, they still refuse to meet."

Dino's eyes widened, but he didn't immediately fly into a rage.

His eyebrows furrowed instantly, and a thoughtful look flashed in his eyes.

"This shouldn't be the case!"

"Our lithography machines are still the best products available today, so there's no reason for them not to want them!"

"Did you tell them that we can expedite production and deliver as soon as possible?"

Dino suddenly realized this and pressed his secretary for an answer.

The blonde secretary nodded confidently and said, "Yes, boss, I told them about the situation, but their attitude is still firm, and they directly refused to meet with us."

"..."

After receiving an affirmative answer, Dino didn't know what to say.

As ASML's chief technology officer, he had never encountered such a situation in his previous decades of career.

No matter which company you visit, you'll receive a high-level reception, as if they're afraid of not doing enough.

This is especially true in China.

Even the technicians who come to do repairs receive the best treatment here.

It's all because they are ASML employees.

Now, to tell him that Asmay's name no longer works is undoubtedly breaking down Dino's psychological defenses.

However, as ASML's chief technology officer, Dino still possesses strong mental fortitude.

Besides China Central International, there are other companies in China; they don't necessarily have to put all their eggs in one basket.

Just because the Center International refused doesn't mean other companies will refuse.

Thinking of this, Dino's fighting spirit was rekindled.

"Since Central International is unwilling to meet, then so be it. Rejecting our friendship will come at a huge price in the future."

"There are quite a few semiconductor companies in China; we can contact other companies as well."

"This time, we can broaden our scope a bit. We can not only target lithography machines, but also capture the market for other equipment and materials."

"As long as we can strike at Galaxy Technology, that's enough!"

A new wicked plan instantly formed in Dino's mind, and he gave the instructions to his secretary.

The secretary nodded in agreement and began preparations.

After the secretary left, Dino took a deep breath, made full preparations, and then took out his phone to contact Peter on the other side of the ocean.

The two acted separately. Although they were in different time zones, they couldn't care less about that at such a critical moment.

After the call connected, Dino reported what had happened to him to Peter.

However, Dino still embellished the story slightly and provided a detailed description of the center's international attitude.

Unsurprisingly, Peter on the other end of the phone also expressed anger at the Center International's refusal to meet.

After uttering a few harsh words, he let the matter drop.

At this point, Dino revealed his new idea: to target Galaxy Technology in areas such as photoresist and EDA software.

Peter thought about it for a moment and agreed with Dino's approach.

Without Galaxy Technology's lithography factory technology, given the severity of the sanctions imposed by the Bald Eagle Federation, these things would naturally not be something that could be easily agreed to for cooperation.

But now that lithography technology has emerged, the situation has changed, so we naturally need to be more flexible.

After exchanging information, Dino rallied his spirits and prepared to contact the next company. He refused to believe that there weren't any companies in China willing to purchase ASML lithography machines. (End of Chapter)