DipNovel Chapter 34: War is Imminent
Chapter 34: War is Imminent
"That technology company not only has mastered all the core technologies of the mecha, but also has achieved a closed-loop, self-reliant and controllable industrial chain, from core components and mecha assembly to later maintenance and the construction of dedicated fast charging stations."
This situation, with no external suppliers and no competing products, has effectively given the company control over technology and the market, meeting the characteristics of a technological monopoly.
Yes, the third piece of gossip concerns whether that technology company has formed a monopoly.
After researching the situation of that technology company, several financial commentators and securities analysts expressed their opinions: "The company doesn't license its core patents, and its control over police, fire, engineering procurement, maintenance, and upgrades across various regions leaves local governments with no room for negotiation. What is this if not a monopoly?"
"That technology company is very approachable now because it was only recently established and its foundation is not yet stable, so it is approachable."
Once that technology company has established a firm foothold, it will definitely reveal its capitalist fangs!
"At that point, we'll be in big trouble!"
"Don't forget, besides mechs, that technology company also monopolizes autonomous dogs and self-driving systems."
It can be said that the business of that technology company has already involved the military, police and civilian sectors, and it is a monopolistic enterprise in all three sectors!
To put it bluntly, that technology company is already showing signs of becoming an oligopoly.
Once they grow up, they will cause endless trouble!
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If these are the only kinds of comments, most people will still side with that technology company.
After all, they still have a sense of shame and can't resort to preventative sentencing.
Unfortunately, one car company actually edited Zhou Luming's discussion with them about batteries and autonomous driving systems, and then released it, saying: "What you're worried about has already happened!"
Previously, when we went to discuss cooperation with that technology company, it turned out that the price and what to buy were entirely decided by that technology company, with no room for negotiation whatsoever. It was a complete forced sale!
We have no choice but to buy, because if we don't, we'll go bankrupt.
Now, add mechs to the mix...
To put it bluntly, anyone still supporting that technology company is either stupid, malicious, or both!
Upon hearing this news, those who supported that technology company either fell silent or turned their guns on it along with others, with only a very small number still persisting in supporting it.
However, the opinions of a few could not influence the opinions of the masses. Therefore, the public opinion inevitably shifted, and the topic of monopoly gradually gained popularity: "I think that technology company should be broken up and we can't let it dominate the market."
"Splitting it up isn't enough. I think that technology company should release some of its technologies free of charge so that more small and medium-sized enterprises can participate."
"Providing it for free would be unreasonable, but I think a low-price license is reasonable."
"Whether it's splitting up or licensing, the bottom line is that we can't let capital monopolize mechs, self-driving cars, and autonomous dogs. This not only concerns public safety but also national defense!"
"support……"
"agree……"
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Whether intentional or unintentional, these kinds of comments have generated a huge public opinion storm in a short period of time.
Meanwhile, some outsiders seized the opportunity to add fuel to the fire: "The appearance of the mecha not only threatens the safety of Dongda University itself, but also seriously threatens international security. We strongly demand that the technology company disclose all the core technologies related to the mecha."
"For the sake of the stable development of the international community, we strongly request to acquire a stake in that technology company and supervise all of its operations."
"Our company is willing to reach a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement with that technology company, exchange shares, and jointly develop and produce mechs."
"We are willing to make concessions in certain areas in exchange for some core technologies of the mecha."
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If it's just a matter of opinions, then it's nothing more than an online war of words, hardly tackling any real issues.
Therefore, the real kindling is the actual action taken from the outside.
As is understandable, some countries have joined forces to formally submit a new proposal to the Global Alliance of Nations and Regional Neutrality: "Draft Resolution on Restricting the Development and Cross-border Transfer of Humanoid Combat Mechs".
The core of the draft focuses on the following three points.
First: Humanoid mechs are a new type of combat weapon system that breaks through the existing conventional arms control framework, which could easily trigger a global arms race and disrupt regional strategic balance.
Second: That technology company is a private enterprise and has a monopoly on all core technologies in the entire industry chain. If the company sells mechs to other companies, the mechs are very likely to flow into conflict zones, exacerbating the war and violating humanitarian principles.
Third: We call for the inclusion of humanoid combat mechs in the conventional arms control list, comprehensively restricting the research, development, mass production, cross-border sales and technology transfer of combat-ready mechs, and demanding that all countries suspend related military research and development.
Meanwhile, the United Neutral Organization immediately convened an emergency general meeting, briefly attracting global attention.
As expected, the conference turned into a farce: a veto voted against the draft, then a veto voted against another veto, and then a veto voted against yet another veto.
This cycle repeats endlessly, like a nested doll, until the viewer is yawning incessantly.
So, the audience left after watching for a while.
Just as the public was preparing to return to online mudslinging, things took a dramatic turn: the threat of force appeared!
Because it takes time to equip the mechs, because there is still no news about military mechs, because it takes time to widen the gap, etc., the threat of force has emerged.
Furthermore, the threat of force at this time was not just a verbal one, but a real one. At the same time, the tax lord almost explicitly stated that he would "take all means to preventively crack down on the mecha-related industry and maintain world peace."
With such an influential figure making such remarks, those who had been observing from the sidelines have finally given a formal and positive response.
First, regarding the issue of which technology company has a monopoly, the official conclusion is: that technology company does not belong to a monopoly enterprise.
Following this, Zhou Luming officially announced that any qualified company could participate in the "Technology Exchange (Auction) Meeting" held by that technology company two months later, to discuss the latest technologies and reach certain cooperation agreements.
For specific participation requirements and the technologies to be explored, please refer to the official website.
Finally, there's the issue of military threats: a week later, we'll be holding an exclusive military exhibition with that technology company in a certain location.
You are welcome to visit or watch the live stream at that time.