Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 960 Greedy An Ran is looking for death
Counting from [-], when everyone was still in its infancy, Gates and Tang Huan have been dealing with each other for [-] years.He has an experience, that is, as long as the other party takes the initiative to send something, it must be full of deep meaning.

After thinking for a while, Gates said cautiously and slowly: "Microsoft's current life can only be said to be passable. If it spends billions of dollars to acquire Sybase, it will feel like an extra burden."

Tang Huan frowned, pointing directly at the core and said: "At this stage, the completeness of Microsoft's product line is second only to Zheru Software, and even stronger than IBM. Only the enterprise-level database field cannot open up the situation."

“The industry is currently developing at a very fast pace. Even Oracle, which only makes databases in terms of software, has added front-end rapid application development tools in addition to simple database management systems, and is targeting ERP that directly faces end users. "

"Everyone is rapidly and deeply integrating resources. Microsoft is still improving its products and catching up with its peers. I am afraid that it will fall further and further behind."

"The reason why PeopleSoft is interested in Sybase is because database manufacturers covet the ERP industry across borders, so this time they want to use Sybase to ensure that the structure of the Unix platform will not be controlled by others."

"If Microsoft acquires Sybase, relying on the same origin of MS_SQL_Server and Sybase products, it will definitely be able to quickly make up for the shortcomings of enterprise-level databases and maintain a stable cooperation with PeopleSoft; but if you miss this opportunity , Microsoft's not yet powerful MS_SQL_Server, what use is there for PeopleSoft?"

After Gates listened with a calm expression, he glanced at Steve Ballmer, and the other party, who understood, immediately put on his impatient style and asked bluntly: "Don, I have to admit, what you said is true. Very reasonable. But, what reason do you have, and what position do you have, that you would like Microsoft to take over PeopleSoft and acquire Sybes? After all, in terms of relationship, PeopleSoft is your direct descendant!"

"What you said is very reasonable! Yes, what reasons do I have and what is my position?" Mr. Richest Man laughed, stood up, walked a few steps, and then looked condescendingly into Steve Ballmer's eyes. , said leisurely: "Okay, Steve, then I will give you the answer!"

"In the United States of America v. Zheru Software Company monopoly case, didn't the Ministry of Justice believe that Zheru Software was so powerful that market regulation lost its effect?"

"Well, if Microsoft acquires Sybase, does that mean that market regulation is still in effect, and there is still enough competition in the entire industry?"

Steve Ballmer avoided Tang Huan's sharp gaze and muttered to himself, "Isn't this called a monopoly?"

Gates scratched his head, distressed about how to make a choice.

Steve Ballmer succeeded in asking the bottom line, and the richest man revealed his true intentions.

But so what?
This is the conspiracy that Tang Huan puts on the table!Will you answer or not?
If Microsoft timidly refuses, then it will be as the richest man has just analyzed, in the enterprise-level database market where competition is fierce and the strong get stronger, it will become increasingly marginalized.

If Microsoft follows the path pointed out by Tang Huan, I believe it will be the right decision, but what's the matter?Who is the chairman of Microsoft's board of directors?Who is the CEO of Microsoft?
Looking at Gates who was struggling, Mr. Richest Man said earnestly: "Bill, we have been friends for almost 20 years!"

"Think about it carefully, as long as others don't harm me, when have I ever taken the initiative to do something that is not beneficial to others?"

"In the United States of America v. Zheru software company monopoly case, when Microsoft testified in court, it has always maintained an objective and neutral position. I know it well, and I am very grateful for it."

"Actually, if you think about it carefully, you will find that Microsoft's acquisition of Sybase is the best of all three."

"First of all, Sybase, which was in a business crisis, was rescued. Those of us who have worked hard in the IT industry for more than 20 years can be regarded as fulfilling our responsibilities to the entire industry."

"Then, Microsoft found the fastest and most effective way to make up for the shortcomings in enterprise databases."

"Finally, Microsoft's development and growth proves that the entire industry has not been completely blocked by Zheru Software Company and has lost its competitive vitality."

"How rare is it for such a win-win situation for all parties! Bill, do you have any reason to refuse?"

Gates, who was covered in goosebumps by Tang Huan's "affectionate style", couldn't help complaining in his heart: "Microsoft's acquisition of Sybes did serve multiple purposes. But the problem is that you are too domineering." Now, under the gentle appearance, there is absolutely no possibility of rejection!"

In the end, he heard the richest man say in a persuasive manner: "I may be a bit domineering, but when it comes to collaborators, it's always a win-win situation."

"Zheru Software is first and Microsoft is second. Is there anything wrong with this stable industry structure?"

Gates, who was told the truth, smiled bitterly: "Tang, your suggestion is really hard for me to refuse. However, Microsoft is not as rich and powerful as Zheru Software, so it may be a bit difficult to acquire Sybase."

Tang Huan immediately said urgently: "Why don't I contact Bank of America for you to see if it can provide part of the loan to Microsoft?"

"Thank you..." Gates waved his hands fearfully and said, "I think I should be able to solve the funding problem."

"Then act quickly, lest there will be changes if it is too late. You know, PeopleSoft still has a little bit of obsession with Sebeth!" The richest man nodded, and then he didn't stay any longer, and left cleanly.

When Gates sent Tang Huan to the door, he promised in a considerate manner: "I will strictly keep the secret of today's conversation, as if you have never been here!"

"Be careful, there is no serious mistake." The richest man nodded with a faint smile, and then said lightly, "I come to Microsoft headquarters this time, and I would like to ask you for help to introduce Huashengdun Relevant departments of the state to see if they can reach an understanding with Zheru Software on the monopoly case.”

Seeing Tang Huan getting into the car, Steve Ballmer wiped his forehead and said with emotion: "Tang's behavior has never been so thorough!"

Gates didn't answer the question, but frowned and thought.

Steve Ballmer tentatively asked, "Are you really going to accept Don's proposal for Microsoft to acquire Sybase?"

Gates sighed and asked, "Then do you think we have any other options?"

Steve Ballmer groaned for a long time, but couldn't speak.

……

After the car had traveled a certain distance, the richest man casually gave an instruction, "Remember to inform Cheng Shouzong and ask PeopleSoft to cooperate with Microsoft to make the acquisition of Sybase more exciting."

The assistant said yes knowingly, and then said: "Jeff Bezos, the CEO of Amazon, has been waiting at your hotel for a long time."

"He's quite impatient." Tang Huan smiled slightly, "Then when we get back, let's meet directly."

……

Using a non-rigorous but vivid comparison, the two most representative online shopping operators in the United States at this stage, eBay and Amazon, are similar to Moubao and Moudong, which are well known to Chinese people in time and space: the former provides "personal to personal " auction platform, while the latter moves the traditional retail model to the Internet and builds a "retailer-to-consumer" trading platform.

Each of these two models has its own advantages. Although they are clearly distinct now, the trend is definitely to penetrate and integrate with each other.

The reason why the richest man came to visit Amazon this time is mainly because the other party, whose business started as an online bookstore, has contributed considerable sales to the books of the richest man and the movie DVDs of the Hollywood company under Yanle Entertainment Group.

For example, the DVD of the movie "Titanic" has benefited greatly from the estimated sales of 100 million copies.

For another example, the movie "The Matrix" will be released on Christmas this year.As a prelude, Tang Huan's "The Matrix" novel also ushered in a new online purchase peak.

Therefore, Tang Huan's visit this time, to a large extent, came to cheer for Amazon.

To put it bluntly, after Yahoo was packaged in an extremely glamorous way and successfully listed, it was time for Amazon, which also had a solid foundation, to prepare for being promoted to the altar.

The model of e-commerce has become more and more clear, and next year will be. At the peak moment of the further expansion of the COM bubble, Amazon will certainly catch up with the last train of this era of flickering.

During the conversation, the richest man confidently predicted: "The concept of e-commerce will definitely heat up further next year. Amazon, as a typical representative of the B[-]C model, will also become the most dazzling star by then."

Speaking of this, Tang Huan also joked meaningfully: "I guess, with your qualifications, next year there is a great possibility that you will be selected by "Time" magazine and elected as "Time Person of the Year."

Jeff Bezos grinned, "Then I'll have to work hard!"

……

The richest man didn’t stay in Seattle for a long time. As soon as he returned to San Francisco, Jerry Brown, the chairman of the board of directors of the California High Speed ​​Rail Authority, came to the door in a hurry and said with a sigh: “California High Speed ​​Rail and Enron, in the energy supply negotiations , It's very tense right now, you have to come forward and solve it."

"What's so stiff." Tang Huan frowned, "It is impossible to completely hand over the power supply of the California high-speed rail to Anran. They are too greedy, and I am afraid that I will be blackmailed."

In the past two years, California began to deregulate the power industry, allowing out-of-state energy companies to join the competition, and carried out a series of reforms, such as the separation of power grids.

The original intention of doing this may be good, but the actual situation is too complicated, and good intentions may not necessarily get things done.

The first thing that bears the brunt is that after California canceled its monopoly in the power industry, a large number of competitors, including Texas energy giant Enron, rushed in, like Pacific Watts Electric Company, which was originally responsible for the power supply in Northern California. , it was obvious that he couldn't stand it anymore.

The richest man knows the details of Enron very well. After the other party completes its layout in California, it will definitely control the electricity price.

You know, among the many companies under Tang Huan, they have long had the experience of cooperating with An Ran.

Take Radio_Shack, the electrical appliance seller with the largest network in North America, as an example. During the battle for Paramount in the past few years, according to the instructions of the big boss, it acquired the American home video entertainment provider, Blockbuster, in order to draw salaries from the bottom. It cooperated with Enron to promote the service of on-demand entertainment programs in various cities in the United States.

As a result, there were many problems and contradictions during the water testing process.Seeing that the situation was not going well, Blockbuster decisively terminated the contract.

Therefore, Tang Huan set up an energy security plan for California's high-speed rail when the "wolf is coming" in the energy sector in California.

Jerry Brown has been adhering to this principle, and as a result, Enron, which wants to be dissatisfied, has more and more opinions.

This company is also an existence with great hands and eyes. Former U.S. President George W. Bush and current U.S. President Bill Clinton can be moved out to speak out for its interests.

So it's not difficult to imagine that Jerry Brown is still under a lot of pressure.

In order to point out the potential crisis of energy in California, the richest man took out a document and handed it to Jerry Brown, "The global weather model team that has been established for many years to discover the use of Fangyuan supercomputers has been paying attention to the El Niño phenomenon in recent years. This year, floods in large areas of China have been predicted; it has just come up with a report, pointing out that next year California is likely to experience an unprecedented drought, which will inevitably affect California’s traditional power supply, hydropower.”

"In this way, California's energy supply structure will be completely broken. Enron will definitely take this opportunity to further expand its power."

After quickly browsing through the weather forecast report, Jerry Brown said with a wry smile: "But Enron is no longer hiding its greed. It suggested that since California High Speed ​​Rail is worried about the imbalance of energy supply, let Enron join in. After everyone becomes a family, there will be no competition in energy supply."

Tang Huan was so angry that he slapped the table, and said harshly: "An Ran is so greedy, she is courting death!"

At this stage, the southernmost point of the California High Speed ​​Rail is in Los Angeles in Southern California; the northernmost point in Northern California extends from the original San Francisco to Sacramento, the capital of California.

It is no exaggeration to say that the California High Speed ​​Rail, which connects several of the most important metropolitan areas in California, has become a genuine golden line, building a chain of interests with unlimited potential, and Tang IT's countless scientific and technological achievements are endless. placed on this platform.

How great the interests are, how many conflicts will be involved.

Since the initial establishment of the California high-speed rail project, it has come all the way through the corpses of aircraft transportation and automobile transportation; currently, in the field of transportation, it can be regarded as a compromise between the two, and the strengths of the respective directors complement each other; Immortals want to enter from the energy field.

The richest man is very particular about finding a partner.

Enron is very glamorous on the surface, but how many financial frauds have been done behind the scenes, it is estimated that the perpetrators themselves can't remember clearly.

Tang Huan has every reason to believe that Enron's coveting of the California high-speed rail is not simply for investment, but for this high-quality asset to fill its own hole.

It doesn't matter if you die yourself, you still dare to think about pulling my back, don't you think you didn't die fast enough?

The fierce light in Mr. Richest Man's eyes made Jerry Brown have to turn his face away.

(End of this chapter)