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Chapter 238 Xiao Sha's First Generation Humanoid Robot: The First Test Machine
Hao Cheng analyzed the situation and described everything he could think of and confirm. The rest was up to the economics experts to consider, which was not Hao Cheng's area of ​​expertise.

However, he also began to think about something else:
Baiju Technology has already begun to lead all industries across the country to climb upwards. With Baiju Technology's capabilities and set goals, sooner or later, the domestic and international markets will become two completely different worlds.

What will the situation be like at that time?
Hao Cheng couldn't help but think of the "ordinary people in the city" in the game "Blue Star Online," which had been altered by mysterious forces from the future.

In a world where gene editing, modification, organ and limb modification, brain chip implantation and other "superhuman" technologies have made up the majority of the population, how do ordinary people work and survive?

It is very regrettable to say that the contribution of ordinary people to the overall development of society has approached zero, and their survival depends entirely on social welfare.

In the past, science fiction novels often depicted the exploitation of ordinary people in such a society, and these depictions were often quite elaborate.

However, the reality is that when the gap in intelligence, physical strength, and technology reaches a certain level, the labor of ordinary people can hardly create any value. Exploiting ordinary people can produce nothing other than the "exploitation" itself.

These things may seem counterintuitive at first glance, but if things were to proceed in this way, this would be the most likely outcome.

After listening to Hao Cheng's explanation, all the economics experts had an expression that said, "We've wasted our lives."

At this point, no economic theory or data can be applied.

As for how it will ultimately develop, there is no past precedent to refer to.

"There's a saying that's very true: we can no longer cross the river by feeling for anyone else, because we're walking on a completely new path that no one has ever walked before," Hao Cheng said.
"On the other hand, we don't need to be nervous at all. Countless historical experiences have proven that it is impossible to reject or confront advanced productive forces. Therefore, we, who have mastered advanced productive forces, will always hold the initiative."

Finally, Hao Cheng concluded, "The rest is simple. If we want to do something, we can try, change, and experiment. We can handle that. If we don't want to do anything, we can do nothing and wait, which is also a good option."

The fact that such an urgent high-level economic work conference has been held for so long seems to have taken on a somewhat comical tone.

At this point, after listening to Hao Cheng's analysis and making inferences based on their own knowledge and experience, everyone was no longer so nervous.

"In that case, why don't we go and take a look at the press conference in Shenzhen?"

He Qiang, the organizer of this emergency meeting and a member of the National Major Economic Work Group, looked at Hao Cheng with a smile and said kindly, "Perfect timing, it's just past three o'clock, and they've started over there too."

"Let's see what surprises you've hidden in this press conference." He Qiang smiled at Hao Cheng while gesturing to his assistant to turn on the live stream of the press conference.

"Okay, then you all have to watch closely. From the very first moment of the press conference, surprises will be coming. This is also one of the bases for what I just said about whether our productivity is highly developed."

After deciding to watch the press conference live, it was exactly 3 o'clock, but Hao Cheng instructed Xiao Sha to start it five minutes later. At that moment, a loud and energetic piece of music was playing, and Hao Cheng took the opportunity to introduce the relevant information.

"Eh? At the beginning? Then we'll have to keep our eyes peeled!"

……

Five minutes, which is the length of a song, and the press conference officially began as the music ended.

"Ladies and gentlemen, let us welcome the first prototype of the fully functional humanoid robot, Mr. Xiao Sha, jointly created by Baiju Technology, Xinbian Technology, and Shujiang Technology!"

The stage was abuzz with activity as two screens slowly opened from the center of the stage on both sides. Xiao Sha, holding a microphone in one hand and waving the other, strode confidently to the front of the stage.

He wore a neat T-shirt on top, casual sportswear on the bottom, and even shoes on his feet.

Apart from the exposed arms and head, which were not deliberately concealed and gleamed silver, making it immediately clear that this was a robot, it was difficult to tell from the rest of its appearance, movements, and even posture that it was a robot.

And the way it speaks is even by bringing the words to its lips: "Hello everyone, I am Xiaosha's first generation humanoid robot, the first test machine."

"First of all, some really exciting news: I've got a new core! And this silicon-carbon fusion semiconductor chip is just perfect for me. Hehe, have you guys noticed the changes?"

"In a moment, I will perform a miracle for everyone, so please look forward to it. Alright, from now on, I will be the one to launch all of Baiju Technology's products today, replacing our 'Engineer Hao'."

"What? You're asking who Engineer Hao is? Mr. Hao Cheng, the founder of Baiju Technology, especially likes to be called 'engineer,' you all know that, right?"

Confused, completely bewildered.

Almost everyone at the scene stared wide-eyed, speechless for a long time: What the hell is a surprise? Tell me what a surprise is!
Xiao Sha 03 came straight to the point, delivering a series of unexpected remarks. His self-directed, question-and-answer style left everyone speechless.

The information it reveals is that the chip system of the new system has been tested, the humanoid robot Xiao Sha has made its debut, and Xiao Sha's core has also been completely renewed.

Just these few things, putting everything else aside, make this press conference a resounding success simply because of the debut of the first humanoid robot test unit, Xiaosha 03.

"It's not just humanoid, is it?" He Qiang suddenly became interested in this thing and turned to Hao Cheng to ask, "I think it just said humanoid?"

Humanoid and humanoid are only one word apart, but their meanings are worlds apart.

Humanoid simply means having the shape of a human, but humanoid means something much more significant.

Especially the humanoid technology that Baiju Technology mentioned, it must possess abilities comparable to those of a human.

Hao Cheng did not deny this, and nodded directly: "Yes, Mr. He."

"So what can it do?" He Qiang pressed.

In fact, Xiao Sha's appearance alone already illustrates a lot: his words, his interaction with the people present, and his patient and persuasive explanations.

Hao Cheng explained, "You would never guess what its basic function is. Whoever does, I'll decide to give one to each of you when we get back."

“Great!” He Qiang immediately chimed in, “Right now, write it all down and send it to Xiao Sha for a receipt. I want this one!”

A robot, even a humanoid robot, is nothing special to anyone here. But if it's a gift from the founder of Baiju Technology, then it's a completely different story.

"Then I'll gladly accept!" "Write!"

Everyone immediately took action, pulled out their phones, and sent a message to their Xiao Sha.

Hao Cheng smiled, and in just half a minute, Xiao Sha on the scene began to give a vivid introduction: "Since I got a new body and a new core, I have also learned a lot of abilities."

"Do you know what the first special skill I learned was? That's right, it was cooking!"

Upon hearing the word "cooking," He Qiang burst into laughter: "I knew it!"

"Boss, how did you guess correctly?"

The people in the meeting room were making all sorts of guesses—

Educational products, like the children's Little Sand Robot, are all the rage right now, and its pioneering "peeling the onion" educational method has benefited countless people.

Some articles are about medicine, after all, the concept of artificial organs has been hyped up by Baiju Technology.

Other than that, things like patrolling and companionship, even if not high-tech, were still quite sophisticated. Aside from He Qiang, no one guessed what cooking was involved.

"Why? Isn't it simple? Just look at our 'Engineer Hao' and you'll know, right?" He Qiang laughed. "I remember, Xiao Sha's original name was 'Finger Sand,' right? The one that records love from campus to wedding dress? And Xiao Sha is just an upgraded version of them."

"And what's that saying again? What best represents love? A basket of fried chicken, right? So, have you figured out what kind of person this is?"
"Cooking at home?" He Qiang said with a bright smile, then stared at Hao Cheng and asked questioningly.

"Occasionally, I'm actually a pretty good cook."

"I knew it, but when you're busy with work, there's nothing you can do, right? Sometimes you're so tired that you just don't want to move, right? You're a person with your wealth and status, and you still don't have a nanny or housekeeper at home, right?"
"So, do you know why it's cooking?" He Qiang was overjoyed. He had been paying attention to Hao Cheng for a very long time. He knew his personality and habits very well, even if he didn't know them perfectly well. The public information was right there for him.

Moreover, Ning Hui and Hao Cheng's story is now almost a household name in China.

Although in the past, mutual support and sharing joys and sorrows were the most basic values, in this day and age, this is what makes them role models and exemplars.

"Oh!" Everyone suddenly understood: "So that's how it is! I really envy your relationship!"

"One provided support during a low point, and the other remained steadfast after achieving success."

……

Scattering these and those words, Hao Cheng simply buried his face in the table, his cheeks slightly flushed. A beautiful figure began to appear in his mind. He had been away for almost ten days and missed his wife!
While things were getting chaotic in the conference room, at the press conference venue—

After saying the word "cooking", Xiao Sha 03 turned to the side and pointed to the large screen behind it, which showed it holding a kitchen knife and cutting potato shreds with a "duangduangduangdaung" sound.

The skill involved was comparable to that of a five-star chef. The chopping, washing, and stir-frying, along with the appropriate amount of various seasonings, created a dazzling and exquisite spectacle.

Everyone stared wide-eyed at the footage, and when the video showed Xiao Sha 03 flipping the wok over and turning all the ingredients upside down, gasps of surprise rippled through the audience.

Then, a sprinkle of sesame oil, a plate, and it's done.

"Clap clap clap clap clap!" The applause was thunderous.

Stir-frying shredded potatoes is not difficult, but no one has ever seen a robot do it like a human.

"Just how difficult is this thing?" some people wondered.

"You think this is cooking? This is showing off your skills! Let me put it this way, if a robot can precisely cut potatoes into thin strips like a human would, it means there's nothing it can't do. I'm not talking about shredding roe deer, I'm talking about cutting them with a knife."

"As for the technology, there are all sorts of man-made, extremely flexible large and small joints, miniature joint motors, plus information acquisition systems, control systems, algorithms, and so on. To be honest, if Baiju Technology hadn't developed this, it would have taken at least ten or twenty years according to the normal pace of technological development."

"To give a very simple example, there is probably no other company in the world that can achieve such perfect control over touch and force."

"I agree with everything you said, but I really need the stir-fry function! Although food safety issues have been largely resolved, and even pre-cooked meals have very high standards, I still prefer freshly stir-fried food."

"This has a homey feel to it, but Xiao Sha, you can't just stir-fry shredded potatoes, can you?"

Just as this person was questioning, a refrigerator was pushed onto the stage, and Xiao Sha 03 took a basin and took out a bunch of ingredients from the refrigerator, including meat, eggs, shrimp, fish, fruits, and vegetables.

Of course, cooking on-site at the press conference was out of the question, but the various ways of chopping and carving vegetables were a feast for the eyes. As they showed off, Xiao Sha 03 added comments:

"If someone can do it, I can replicate it after seeing it once. As for the taste, I have to adjust it. Whether it's too salty, too bland, too sour, or too spicy, everyone's taste is different, but in at most half a month, I can perfectly understand your stomach."

"Wow, this is wonderful!"

When can I buy it?

"What should I do if I just want to take you home right now?"

"No, all you can do is cook, do laundry, and mop the floor. Can't you do something else? Like, well, you know?"

"What are you thinking? This is a domestic robot, not an adult toy. We're here to create value; anything for entertainment can wait!"

The live stream chat erupted in laughter. Meanwhile, Xiaosha03 had finished tidying up and began its boasting: "What I just showed you was the first thing I learned, and as you all know, I learn things incredibly fast."

"So, there's nothing I can't do. But, you probably won't have the chance to take me home for now. Because I'm just a test unit, and there are only five test units in total."

"So, my task today is not to showcase myself, much less to announce myself. The main character is it—the first carbon-silicon fusion peninsula system chip, and its name is Number One!"

(End of this chapter)