Chapter 975: Take Precautions (Part 1)

Annoying or not annoying is just a personal feeling from the standpoint of Tan Zhenhua, but he also has to admit that this simple and rude way of getting rid of the three abuses is actually a very useful way-in terms of the current situation, he wants It is almost impossible to disintegrate his control over Cisco at the capital level; as for the physical elimination of him or the actual arrest and imprisonment in Guantanamo, it should not be in the list of possible means by the opponent for the time being. He said that, he just told the other party clearly that he thought of this possibility, and he would inevitably be prepared for it and even prepare for revenge.
But since the other party has found himself today and made a clear request, he obviously came prepared, and it is impossible to give up easily before reaching the goal. Therefore, this matter must be resolved.
Tan Zhenhua was lost in thought, and Tom Dile did not continue to question. There was a brief silence in the room, only the sound of Tan Zhenhua's knuckles tapping the desk rhythmically echoed.
After a long time, he spoke: "Tom, I request to operate in accordance with the normal business process, valuation, financing, and share expansion, and give satisfactory returns to my initial investment, and can gradually dilute my share of equity but not Ask me to take the initiative to reduce the actual number and amount of shares held. As for technology patents..."
He thought for a while and said: "Systematic authorization can be made to no more than 3 companies, but it will not be transferred, and fees need to be charged in accordance with normal business rules."
Tom Dyley was secretly relieved.
Before coming, in communicating with many powerful figures, he got the bottom line they set for this meeting, and Tan Zhenhua's request happened to be stuck above this bottom line.
Obviously, in the consideration just now, the Huaxia guy in front of him has analyzed his current situation and made a wise choice. Although it is not the most perfect solution, it is already acceptable to everyone.
But he still wants to fight again to make his mission more perfect: "Eric, about that patent authorization, can you..."
Before he could finish, Tan Zhenhua interrupted him and said coldly, "This is already the bottom line, Tom, I think the powerful people behind you must have seen the future of routers or gateway products. The market and important strategic position, they will not be unmoved? I guess, in the process of Cisco’s financing and expansion, their shadows or agents will inevitably appear-Tom, everyone is smart and knows monopoly It’s the best business but also the hardest to do. I made this request for the common interests of everyone in the future, or do you think I should disclose all the patents?"
Tom Dile felt that Eric had already stated his truest thoughts.
Monopoly, of course, can set prices at will and easily obtain excess profits, but in a developed and sound market like the United States, it is not allowed. This will weaken the motivation of enterprises to invest in new technology research and development and will inevitably lead to the "Anti-Monopoly Law" 》Forced intervention and paid a high price. AT&T, which was dismembered not long ago, is a lesson for the past. That is, Tan Zhenhua said, monopolistic business is the best but the most difficult reason to do-so capital has always liked the way , 2-3 leading companies mastering core technologies occupy most of the market share, forming a relationship that actually competes with each other but is interdependent, which can avoid legal supervision risks and maximize profits .
For example, the intricate relationship between Intel and AMD that students are familiar with.
Now that Tan Zhenhua has said so clearly, Tom Dilai also decided to accept it when he sees it. Although he is wearing the dazzling coat of the House of Representatives, he knows very well that he is just a spokesperson who is busy for capital after all. The tools in the hands of big people who like to hide behind the scenes and secretly control everything, it is really impossible to conflict with characters like Eric for their benefit.
The conversation he met today has exhausted the little love he had accumulated with Eric, so let's stop here, at least for now, he does not want to tear his face with Eric.
Just as he was thinking about it, he heard Tan Zhenhua say in an unusually cold and calm tone: "Also, Tom, you go back and tell them, just say that I ask them to stick to the bottom line of business competition. I don't want my relatives and friends. My friends are disturbed because of my reasons. This kind of thing cannot happen once, otherwise, the consequences will be very serious."
Tom Dyley just felt inexplicably tight.
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After sending off this uninvited guest, Tan Zhenhua locked herself in the office and stayed quietly for a long time. In the evening, she called for Dr. Hennessy and asked him a question: "John, can I ask you a favor? ?"
It is rare for John Reloy Hennessy to see his investors talking to him with such a solemn expression. He couldn't help but feel a little stunned for a while, but he immediately replied: "Of course, as long as I can do it, I still owe you an adult. Love, Eric, without you, the MIPS architecture CPU would not be what it is today."
Tan Zhenhua shook his head and said, "John, the MIPS matter is for the two of us to take what we need. You hope to improve your research, and I value the business opportunities hidden in it-well, this is not what we are going to discuss today. Things, John, I can see that you are actually more willing to stay in the laboratory or library than in the company to deal with the complicated daily affairs. Therefore, my request today is also related to this."
"Eric, you confused me."
"Well, Doctor, let me put it briefly. I heard that before I pulled you to resign from Stanford, you were the successor to President Kennedy?"
"Uh, this, should be regarded as it, Mr. Kennedy has talked to me several times about this issue, and he did raise the hope that I can take over his position and manage Stanford after he retires, but let’s talk about this now. Some... …"
"John, in fact, I can see that you still have some regrets about this, so I want to chat with you today, and urge you to go back to Stanford and accept that position. Of course, please rest assured that your equity in MIPS will not be affected. Any film will remain a core member of the MIPS Research Center of the "Matrix" laboratory. Of course, the responsibilities of the head of the center may need to be handed over to others-John, this is my request, not anything else, you can understand me Mean it."
John Reloy Hennessy was a little surprised with Tan Zhenhua’s sudden request. He thought about it for a while and then said: "Eric, I have to admit that I had a great time working with you. You are A very considerate person, kind to everyone and good at discovering opportunities, but I must also admit that I prefer to stay on campus rather than staying in the company, so if there is such an opportunity, I think I will Accepted—but, Eric, you have to tell me why."
Tan Zhenhua was silent for a while before saying: "John, I don't want to deceive you, so I can't tell the real reason yet. However, after you return to Stanford, can you accept a doctor named Eric Tan? What about international students?"