1977: The beginning of the blind date with the daughter of the king

Chapter 625: America’s monopoly!
"Vic, I think if you really believe in the computer industry, we can do it ourselves."

"In fact, both the relational software and the so-called Microsoft Corporation are just very small companies."

"There are many companies in California that make these softwares, and there are also a lot of talented people. We can definitely recruit people to start a similar business ourselves."

"Don't you have a computer company over there? I remember they also do software development!"

In the end, Jim couldn't hold back his curiosity and took the initiative to speak to Li Changhe.

Those two companies are really considered small companies now. If they hire a few more people, their scale will not be much smaller than theirs.

The offers from both companies were a bit high. In Jim's opinion, he didn't understand why Li Changhe was determined to invest in these two companies.

After listening to Jim's words, Li Changhe smiled and shook his head.

"Jim, in my opinion, the computer industry is different from other industries. This industry places great emphasis on the talents of company leaders."

"It doesn't mean that you will succeed just by spending a lot of money or organizing a lot of manpower."

"And the two companies I chose, one for databases and the other for computer systems, are a good match for my own computer company."

"And there is one thing I have to remind you of."

“Although the computer industry is small now, it is highly scientific and will definitely be a large industry in the future.”

"And now many technologies and applications in this industry are in the hands of the U.S. military."

"If our company were like Wang Laboratories, which only made a single piece of software, such as a word processor, that would be fine."

“But if we get involved too deeply, for example, if we get involved at every level of the industry and do an outstanding job, then we are likely to be suppressed by the US government.”

"Especially since I am a foreigner, for some people, this is an excuse to target us under the pretext of maintaining national security."

"By that time, our fate will be either to fight the US government to the end, or to be suppressed or even leave the US market."

"No matter which one it is, it's something I don't want to see in the future."

"So, we should diversify our investments appropriately, take a portion of the shares, and then use this to reach a cooperation. For the time being, don't think too much about other things."

Li Changhe said to Jim with a smile.

Jim listened and thought about it.

From a technical and business perspective, it is not impossible for them to invest money to build a company that surpasses relational software and Microsoft, but Jim has never considered the political impact that Li Changhe mentioned.

But as an American, especially an American on Wall Street, Jim knew that Li Changhe was right.

It would be fine if their forward-looking enterprises do not grow big, but once they do, they will definitely attract the attention and suppression of those with ulterior motives.

After all, it is true that the computer industry is too deeply tied to the US military industry.

"Vic, although I don't want to admit it, I know that your worry is justified. Once we become big, those damn politicians may really treat us like this."

Jim sighed and said helplessly.

Li Changhe smiled and said nothing more.

In the early days of the Internet, the Americans must have eaten up the vast majority of the pie. They would not allow others to get involved, including themselves. No one could eat it alone.

Therefore, Microsoft, which was once a dominant company, was subject to antitrust investigations one after another, and it was turned into a company without an actual controller.

In this situation, Li Changhe thought very clearly that he could use his foresight to create a company that is more powerful than Oracle and Microsoft, but it is easy to create a company but difficult to maintain it.

Don’t talk about patent law. It is only called patent law when Americans recognize it. If they don’t recognize it, they have plenty of ways to circumvent these laws.

The phrase "endangering national security" is enough to erase all international laws.

Otherwise, the future giant in the semiconductor industry should be Japan, not the United States and ASML.

Li Changhe sees this very clearly and does not want to provoke the Americans at the core.

His thinking was very clear. Two thousand years ago, he would only get some shares here, work on peripheral computer technology, and pave the way for core technology.

When the domestic Internet market takes off, that will be the time for him to really place his bet.

Build walls high, accumulate grain widely, and become king slowly!
Emperor Hongwu has already clearly told his descendants what to do when they have nothing, so Li Changhe will naturally not be so eager to reveal his intentions.

By investing in Microsoft and Oracle, on the one hand, you can increase your wealth through their development, and on the other hand, you can slowly cultivate some talents through your status as a shareholder.

Parasitism is the best incubator!
"Oh, and here are some of the better companies with potential that I have collected. Our venture capital firm will always invest in some companies."

"I have highlighted a few key companies. You can look at their information. If you think there are no problems, I would like to make some appropriate investments."

"Of course, these are all small businesses. I just want to familiarize myself with the industry and get the team on track."

At this time, Jim pushed another document in front of Li Changhe and said seriously.

Li Changhe flipped through the list and found that he had never heard of most of the companies. Obviously, there were no companies that would become famous in the future.

Until he saw a small company.

Innovative Market Systems, Inc.!

"Jim, this Innovative Market Systems company is a new company established this year. Is it also looking for your investment?"

Li Changhe asked Jim in surprise.

Jim heard Li Changhe's question and nodded gently: "In fact, Michael Bloomberg is a friend of mine."

"He previously worked at Salomon Brothers, also engaged in stock brokerage, financial securities and other fields."

"I think he is a very capable person. I also think the company he founded is very innovative. They are trying to make a sales terminal for news data. The idea is very wonderful, especially suitable for people in the financial securities industry."

"I personally am very optimistic about him, especially since his request is not high. Ten million US dollars and 30% of the initial shares, I personally think it is worth a try!"

Jim said this to Li Changhe seriously, while looking at Li Changhe seriously.

In fact, he was not particularly optimistic about this company, but he included this company on purpose just to see Li Changhe's attitude.

Since Li Changhe invited him to be the head of the venture capital institution, he must of course be given enough authority.

This authority is not just talk, but real investment authority given to him.

Innovative Market Systems was Jim's attempt to test his own authority.

Of course, this attempt is also quite risky. After all, if this investment fails, he will have to bear a lot of responsibility and pressure.

But since he gave up his professional career and came to this new track, Jim felt that he had to change and become bolder and more decisive.

"Oh? Since you think so highly of this company, why not give it a try?"

"You are the head of a venture capital firm, so you naturally have the right to decide which companies to invest in. As long as the investment is not a huge amount, you don't need my approval for these things."

"After all, if that happens, I'll be exhausted to death!"

Li Changhe said with a smile.

Investing 10 million US dollars in a new startup company actually sounds like a fantasy.

But Jim still put it in front of Li Changhe. It was obvious that Jim must have his own considerations.

Li Changhe didn't need to offend Jim at this time. Moreover, if he was right, this innovative market system company should be quite famous in the future.

Because according to the Chinese translation, the boss of this company, Michael Bloomberg, can actually be translated as Michael Bloomberg, who is the Bloomberg of the future famous Bloomberg News.

Li Changhe actually knew this Michael Bloomberg because he had written about this person in his previous life. After this person founded Bloomberg, he had a close relationship with the Rock family and served as mayor of New York three times.

If nothing unexpected happens, Jim should make a lot of money from this investment.

Hearing that Li Changhe had no objection, Jim showed a bright smile on his face.

As the saying goes, a gentleman will die for his confidant, but the prerequisite is that the boss is his confidant.

After being invited, Jim actually started to think about his relationship with Li Changhe after the initial excitement.

He knew that Li Changhe was a person who delegated power, and all the businesses in Hong Kong were handed over to professional managers.

But venture capital institutions are different from enterprises after all. This is an industry that is mainly responsible for spending money.

Of course he would do what Li Changhe told him to do, but Jim didn't want to be just a puppet tool without any autonomy.

In that case, his job change would become meaningless.

So, Jim took this opportunity to test Vic, and the result made him very happy. Vic gave him sufficient authority.

"Thank you, Vic. I will be responsible for these investment companies and keep an eye on them. If any problems occur in the companies, I will withdraw my investment immediately to reduce the losses of our organization."

At this time, Jim spoke seriously to Li Changhe.

Li Changhe smiled and nodded: "I said, Jim, you take care of these arrangements. I will make a plan later and give you clear funding authority."

"Boom boom boom!"

Just at this moment, there was a gentle knock on the office door.

"Enter!"

Li Changhe spoke, the door was pushed open, and Anna stood at the door.

"Boss, the meeting time you have agreed with Mr. David is almost up, we should leave."

Anna reminded Li Changhe at this time.

Li Changhe nodded: "I understand, you arrange the convoy and we will set off now."

Before he came, he made an appointment with David Rockefeller to meet this evening.

Time was quite tight, but there was nothing he could do because David Rockefeller was busier than him.

With Li Gen's coming to power, the Luo family, as the behind-the-scenes controller of the shadow government, also began to expand in various ways according to the interests of its own consortium.

David Rockefeller, one of the leaders, was naturally even busier.

Tonight's meeting was squeezed out at the last minute, and it only lasted for an hour.

Fortunately, they didn't have to go to Rockefeller Estate and had an appointment in Manhattan in the evening.

In a private building in Manhattan, Li Changhe and his men got out of the car and then walked to David Rockefeller's office.

"Mr. Victor, please wait a moment. Mr. David is working on the last job. He will be here in about ten minutes."

The secretary said respectfully to Victor.

Li Changhe nodded nonchalantly: "Don't worry, go ahead and do your work, I'll wait."

In less than ten minutes, the door was pushed open and David Rockefeller walked in hurriedly.

"Vic, I'm so sorry. I just made a last-minute call and kept you waiting."

After entering the door, David Rockefeller apologized to Li Changhe with a smile.

"You are very kind, Mr. David."

"By the way, Vic, I heard that someone tried to kidnap you while you were in France?"

After sitting down, David Rockefeller asked curiously.

Li Changhe listened and smiled calmly: "They are just minor issues, just revenge from a congressman, but someone helped me solve it."

The old guy has quite good information, he knows all this.

"Oh? Someone helped you solve it?"

David Rockefeller asked in surprise.

Li Changhe nodded: "Yes, it was the Dassault family who did it."

"But the Rothschild family is behind this. I don't know where the Rothschild family heard about my investment cooperation with the California Group, and they also want to get involved, so they joined forces with the Dassault family to show their goodwill to me."

"In fact, even if the Dassault family didn't get involved, I would have found it out myself. But the Dassault family's involvement saved me a lot of trouble after all."

"It's also good to cooperate with the Rothschild family. They are quite powerful in Europe. I have acquired some industries in Europe. With their family's care, it will be easier to develop."

Li Changhe did not hide it. Who knows whether the old man is paying attention to him or Rothschild.

As expected, David Rockefeller smiled gently at this time: "The Rothschild family is a prestigious family in Europe."

"Cooperating with the Luo family is actually not bad!"

David Rockefeller said this with a smile, but it was hard to tell what he was thinking.

Li Changhe curled his lips when he heard this.

The old man must be unhappy when he said this.

It is said that Democracy D belongs to Morgan and Republican D belongs to Rockefeller, and both Morgan and Rockefeller used to belong to Rothschild.

This sentence makes the Luo family sound awesome, but for the Morgan and Rockefeller families, hearing this sentence must be as disgusting as eating a fly, a pure humiliation to their families.

If the old guy was full of goodwill towards the Luo family, then Li Changhe would definitely give him a thumbs up and praise him as awesome!

"Compared to our cooperation, it's nothing."

"David, I came here to tell you that I plan to go to the capital in a few days!"

"My uncle and his family are going to the capital, and I plan to go with them when the time comes."

"This time, I want to meet with the top executives there and take a look at the business environment there."

"If it's appropriate, I will focus on cooperating with that side this time."

Li Changhe changed the subject at this time and spoke seriously to David Rockefeller.

When David Rockefeller heard Li Changhe talking about serious matters, his expression became serious.

Victor, are you planning on contacting the capital so soon?

(End of this chapter)