Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 535 Smacking Murdoch

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"When is this network technology expected to be launched?" Walking out of Zheru R&D Center, Ted Turner returned the identification card to Tang Huan and asked casually.

"As you can see, there is no problem with the laboratory model. I believe that in one or two years, there should be a basis for commercial use." Tang Huan's tone was full of confidence, "The current executives in the communications industry are not encouraging Users lease an extra line dedicated to data transmission, which is obsessed with the latest ISDN - Integrated Services Digital Network. Therefore, we are undoubtedly in the leading position in this field."

"Frankly speaking, the technology here is a test of my imagination." Ted Turner smiled happily, and then frowned slightly, "The boss of Metropolitan Media, John Kruger, is very cunning. Murdoch is always looking like he is going to win, and he is more and more up for sale, which is really disgusting."

"You have to know, as the media said, as long as this deal is done, John Kruger may rank among the top three on the Forbes 400 richest people in the United States. Of course, he must find a way to maximize his profits." Tang Huan just said lightly With a smile, "We should be thankful that John Kruger is very sincere in selling the cable TV network owned by Metropolitan Media. After all, some things really have a price but no market."

"Then we also need to gain the initiative at the negotiating table, lest John Kruger think that we are really determined." Ted Turner pondered over the countermeasures.

"We have to start with Murdoch. As long as he loses his ability to compete, John Kruger will lose a point of support." Tang Huan said leisurely, as if he had already made up his mind.

"Tell me about your method." Ted Turner, whose eyes lit up, urged repeatedly.

"The two sides competing for Metropolitan Media, you and I stand together, and Murdoch also has an ally." Tang Huan reminded.

"You mean Marvin Davis?" Ted Turner asked without thinking.

"That's the man." Tang Huan had an inexplicable smile in his eyes, "So, you continue to deal with John Kruger and Murdoch, and I will meet Marvin Davis. After all, I have not lost Having been to his Pebble Beach golf course, it's kind of a ready conversation base."

"Okay then, I'll wait for your bottom line." Ted Turner nodded in agreement after being refreshed.

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After Tang Huan returned to San Francisco, the first person he met was Ted Turner.After all, until now, billions of dollars have to be spent. Anyone will feel a little restless, and the other party will also feel uneasy.

After comforting Ted Turner and seeing him off, Tang Huan was invited to attend a special joint banquet held by several Chinese food industry associations in California.

My aunt Tang Yun used to have several restaurants under her name, but during the time she lived in Singapore, the old lady spent all her energy on taking care of Lin Fengjiao and her pair of grandchildren, and had no intention of managing them, so she basically put them all in It was transferred out, but Tang Huan still maintains close contact with people in this industry.

The recent passage of several local bills that are beneficial to the development of the Chinese restaurant industry is the best testimony.

On the other hand, it also shows that the enthusiasm of Chinese people to participate in California-wide elections has begun to increase, and they have formed a bond, which is no longer a dispensable existence.

The fact that Tang Huan was involved in the election support of the California state senator and state representative became clear, and the fact that he attracted attacks from political opponents became clear. The beneficiaries of the bill, such as the Chinese food industry, naturally wanted to show their hearts and condolences.

Many of them were brave and ruthless, clapping their chests to petition, "Mr. Tang, these guys dare to plot against you, I will find someone to cut them down."

"You don't have to." Tang Huan held up his wine glass and signaled, "Everyone's thoughts are appreciated, but I still understand the rules of the game for politicians. Naturally, I have a way to deal with it. You should concentrate on making money."

"Mr. Tang, please tell me what you have to do. We people will go to the mountain of swords and the pan of oil. If you really want to run for the House of Representatives, we will not only vote for ourselves, but also mobilize people around you people do the same.”

"Okay, this is just an inexplicable rumor. I'm not made to be a politician." Tang Huan waved his hands dumbfounded.

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Both of the above activities were carried out in private.But for the rest of the trip, Tang Huan could no longer escape the reporters' tracking.

Despite his busy schedule, Tang Huan specially attended EA's commemorative event for Little Betty.The little girl he met at Baozang Hospital last year was eventually killed by leukemia.

The higher he stood, the more Tang Huan could perceive some truths that seemed to be taken for granted.

He said very sincerely: "Little Betty's tenacious will to fight the disease and the spirit of helping others by donating corneas are worth learning. Little Betty especially liked the game "Monopoly" before his death. "In the world of Betty, an NPC named Betty was added to commemorate this little hero in the ordinary world. I hope everyone will always remember Betty, an ordinary and extraordinary friend."

This event was quite solemn, and both real people and players in the EA community participated in it with a pious attitude.

But after Tang Huan left the event site, the secular disturbances still rushed towards him. The reporters who had been waiting outside tried to rush forward and asked all kinds of questions that had been planned for a long time.

Tang Huan didn't have time to take care of these ordinary reporters, and the public relations consultant Regis McKenna reminded him more than once to reserve precious interview opportunities exclusively for heavyweight authoritative media such as "Time" magazine.

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In addition to the public relations team giving advice, the legal team is also actively providing advice, including consultant Hillary.

Ever since Tang Huan met Hillary, who was a director at Wal-Mart, the Clintons have visited San Francisco frequently, and received a considerable amount of sales income from Tang Wenmao, who was in charge of purchasing cellular phone licenses.

In addition, in order to support the two political stars' work as the governor of Arkansas, Tang Huan also let the company under his name start a computer business there.

"In fact, Americans now basically believe that there is a deviation in the age of your entry. After all, this topic of public opinion has been bombarded at least three times. Even if it is false, it will become true." Hillary gave very directly Tang Huan analyzed the current situation.

"In order to get an entry permit as soon as possible, I did conceal my age instead of applying for political asylum." Tang Huan nodded.

In private, he had already formally discussed this matter with someone he trusted, and now there was one more.

"I've seen the photos of you in the newspapers in 1976, and I have to say that you looked very thin and confusing at that time." Hilary shrugged with a smile, "but that's all, everyone To face reality, I believe that no one will insist on driving away the richest man in the United States because of this small episode. On the contrary, this small flaw will make you appear more real, after all, your amazing talent has made you too perfect and mysterious."

Having said that, Hillary added earnestly, "Of course, your plan to run for the House of Representatives will also be difficult to realize because of this small flaw."

"You also believe this rumor." Tang Huan shook his head with a smile, "Anyway, this public opinion turmoil has indeed affected me. As a typical example of the most unscrupulous media—"New York Post", I very much Trying to kill it like a bedbug makes me pissed off."

"I advise you to save your energy." Hillary waved her hand hastily, "Compared with Hearst Group's "San Francisco Observer" that was hit to the ground before, the "New York Post" has a different media status. And language. You know, it has its own seat in the White House press conference room."
"I can find a way to make the "New York Post" lose this position." Tang Huan said lightly.

"I believe you have this energy, but then?" Hilary's face became serious, "It is completely foreseeable that all the media will attack you at that time, because in their view, you have hindered the most important thing. freedom of speech."

"Since even you, an expert, think so, then I will give up this idea." Tang Huan sighed softly.

"Don, I hope you can really listen to my advice." Hilary smiled, "After all, I don't want to lose your generous client."

"Don't worry, I've always remained calm, and I've always been kind." Tang Huan got up and walked back and forth a few steps, "Ignore the noise for now, I'm going to Pebble Beach Golf Course to relax, will you go with Bill?"

"The two of us are on official business, so we won't accompany you any more." Hilary shook her head.

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Tang Huan's going to the Pebble Beach Golf Course to relax is just a pretense. The real thing is to meet the boss here, Marvin Davis. He is currently intending to jointly acquire Metropolis Media's cable TV network with Murdoch.

"The charm of the richest man in the United States is still great. It is almost a foregone conclusion that Barry Diller will leave Paramount. I intend to recruit him to take charge of 20th Century Fox, but he is more willing to go to Turner Broadcasting Company with your support." As soon as they met, Marvin Davis laughed and poured out his bitterness, which was quite different from Murdoch who made no secret of his hostility.

"Since 1981th Century Fox came under your umbrella in 20, from "Cannonball Run" back then to last year's "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" and even this year's just-released "Baby Boys", at least one movie has been released every year. A blockbuster movie in North America. There are so many talents, why must Barry Diller be the CEO?" Tang Huan shook his head with a smile.

"But I can't compare with you." Marvin Davis didn't hide his envy, "We both entered Hollywood in 1981, and I controlled it with more than double the price you paid for United Artists." 20th Century Fox, but now let's see who makes more money?"

"The Pebble Beach Golf Course under the name of 20th Century Fox, as well as the ski company, are still very interesting." Looking at the beautiful scenery outside the window, Tang Huan said lightly: "If your interest in 20th Century Fox has faded, , may wish to consider making a move and sell it to me."

These unexpected remarks caused the reception room to fall into silence.After a while, Marvin Davis swallowed his saliva, and still asked in surprise, "Don, are you kidding me?"

"If you don't want to sell 20th Century Fox, then it's a joke; on the contrary, it's a deal." Tang Huan glanced at the other party with a half-smile.

"Don, you bought a lot of Warner stocks last year, which seriously threatened Steve Ross's control, but in the end, you had to sell these stocks due to antitrust pressure. How dare you buy them now? 20th Century Fox?" Marvin Davis stared into Tang Huan's eyes suspiciously, trying to figure out his true intention.

"At this stage, can 20th Century Fox's status in Hollywood be comparable to that of Warner?" Tang Huan asked lightly, then raised his hand and pointed out the window, "Furthermore, my interest is mainly in this historic golf course. .”

"Then how do you plan to quote?" Marvin Davis looked at Tang Huan enthusiastically.

Gein knew that the young man in front of him was not short of money. John Kruger of the Metropolitan Media was about to get more than 30 billion US dollars from the other party, and then squeezed into the top of the rich list in the United States, saying It would be too fake not to envy.

"That depends on how many shares you are willing to sell." Tang Huan blinked playfully at the other party's gaze.

"I think, in the final analysis, it depends on your offer." Marvin Davis slyly kicked the ball over again.

"As far as I know, in 1981, you and Mark Rich jointly purchased 20th Century Fox. However, Mark Rich is currently wanted and is on the run. I believe his shares have fallen into your hands at a low price. Come on." Tang Huan said calmly, while paying attention to the other party's expression to confirm his guess.

Mark Ritchie is a well-rounded international trade businessman. To use a buzzword in China's reform and opening up, he is a super bad guy.He has extremely close relations with Middle Eastern countries, such as Iran, and is not even affected by regime changes.

As early as the world energy crisis in the 1970s, Mark Rich bought oil from Iran, shipped it to the United States and sold it at a high price, earning a lot of money.

After the Iranian hostage crisis broke out in 1979, the United States began to impose sanctions on Iran, but Mark Rich, who was bold and reckless, was still able to get oil from Iran and continue to buy and sell.

Now the U.S. government was angry and decided to deal with Mark Rich, who was ignorant of current affairs, so last year he launched a series of prosecutions for tax evasion and other things. The man fled to Switzerland, and the industry here in the United States was also abandoned. down.

Seeing that Marvin Davis did not refute, Tang Huan said slowly: "I will offer 2 million US dollars for this part of Mark Rich's shares. But there is one condition, you withdraw from the joint acquisition of Metropolis Media with Murdoch plan of."

Marvin Davis narrowed his eyes immediately, thinking that Tang Huan, a well-known nouveau riche, really knew how to make wishful thinking.

(End of this chapter)