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Seeing Andy's expression, everyone including Eric couldn't help but twitch the corners of their mouths, damn it, God doesn't care about greedy vampires!

Just like what Andy said, he is more optimistic about the future listing of Liberty City APP than anyone else, and he will definitely not take too many shares for the first round of financing.

After all, if the company wants to develop, it needs a lot of funds. Although he has money, he can play by himself, but in the face of Apple's superior competition and the entry of new players, Andy has to make a strategic change. .

If Google is really allowed to set up an application software store, Andy's Liberty City, under the premise of lacking the advantages of system programs, faces the inevitable bundling sales strategy of Apple and Google, and the best ending is just a three-legged situation.

The three pillars stand together, that is just the best result in a fair competition environment. However, Google and Apple, which have a monopoly position, will definitely perform the drama of "the essence of business is profit-seeking" and completely kick out the city of Liberty.

For example, Apple bundled its own browser in its iOS system, and removed its competitors Google Maps and Youtubei.

The reason why Google made the Android system free and open is to turn the Android system into a tool. In addition to quickly occupying the smartphone system market, more importantly, it is to strengthen its dominance in the search engine market. You must know that Google requires mobile phones. Vendors set Google as the default search engine. Prevent existing competitors and potential competitors from competing with them to innovate better mobile phone systems based on value.

Just like many years ago, Microsoft bundled the IE browser in its Windows system, and finally drove away the Netscape browser.

"I know and admit that you Google has a huge advantage because of the Android system, which is why I am willing to accept your willingness to become shareholders.

However, this does not mean that you can use it as a bargaining chip to put pressure on us. Similarly, it is precisely because of your advantage that we will write this exclusive condition into the agreement.

Do you know why Apple can't wait to block us and kick us out of the IOS system market, but it has never done so? "

With a warm smile on his face, Andy asked with a hint of joking in his tone. Looking at the dignified expressions of the people on the opposite side of the Google team, he didn't wait for the other party's answer, and he didn't need the other party's answer.

"This is thanks to the US, and many Western countries, which strongly encourage free competition and protect new start-ups. So, monopoly status is its original sin.

Any use of bundling or exclusivity agreements to thwart competitors and solidify its market leadership will result in antitrust action against the company.

Jobs, and even Apple's board of directors. . . Oh, I almost forgot, Eric, you're still on Apple's board of directors, but it's okay, I'm not afraid to be more explicit.

Because Apple is very clear that once it uses an exclusive agreement or directly blocks Liberty City, Apple will face our anti-monopoly lawsuits around the world, and we will fight to the end at all costs! "

Andy smiled calmly, showing his big white teeth, and looked at Eric with a slightly embarrassed expression in his eyes, and saw the corners of his mouth twitch obviously twice.

Eric felt the gazes of everyone including his subordinates. The expression on his face remained the same, but he had already begun to curse in his heart. On the Apple board of directors, it was indeed discussed that the city of Liberty should be blocked, but for the young man in front of him Man's mad dog character has also made many people fearful.

Now hearing what Andy said directly in person, Eric seemed to run past ten thousand beasts before his eyes, and even spit KUo water on him as disgusting.

In fact, Eric is also very hard now. The problem Andy said is also a problem that he needs to make a decision as soon as possible. The competition between Google and Apple in multiple core areas is becoming more and more fierce. He must be the CEO of Google and the board of directors of Apple Choose among members.

So, Andy's words really poked Eric's eye socket!

"There are ways around it, a vibrant ecosystem, fast updates and lower prices are the hallmarks of strong competition. And bundling is such a common practice that it's not a big deal.

Let's get back to business, and let's not go around in circles. We at Google are very optimistic about the future of Liberty City, but this shareholding really doesn't allow us to accept such demanding demands from you.

We must guarantee the interests of Google. After all, once we join Liberty City, Liberty City will become the largest channel for obtaining third-party applications on the Android platform and become an integral part of the Android system. This will bring freedom to City of Liberty. More revenue and traffic, I believe you are very clear about this.

Less than 10% of the shares are not attractive to us at Google. In this case, we have to reconsider building our own APP application store! "

Looking at the smiling expression on Eric's face, Andy also sighed inwardly, well, he said it all in vain, he is used to monopolizing business, and companies that occupy a dominant position are not easy to deal with.

In fact, Andy is also very clear that if he wants to incorporate Google and let it stop thinking about running its own app store, the other party will never agree if there is not enough interest.

Even if it is allowed to join, in Andy's mind, Google is still trying to make a complete acquisition or slowly nibble away, playing a game of doves occupying the magpie's nest.

At this point, Andy has no doubt that they will plan this way, but he is not very worried. The main purpose of this financing is to get Google to take the bait, so that Liberty City, which is temporarily stuck in a development bottleneck, can make up for the final system foundation shortcomings. , more focused on competing with Apple.

He had already thought about facing Google's lion's mouth. 5%, 10%, or even the entire 15% of the announced financing this time could not satisfy Google's appetite, because of empathy, if it were Andy himself, It is impossible to agree.

Even though Google cannot predict that the Android operating system may occupy 95% of the global market share of authorized smart mobile operating systems in the future, Google still has certain confidence in the market prospect and development of the Android system.

"Tell me your bottom line. If we can cooperate, we naturally hope to have one more friend, not one more competitor." Andy looked indifferent, and his eyes met Eric's without giving in.

"If possible, Google is willing to acquire Liberty City by 20% above the current valuation in the form of cash and stock!"

"Hehe, sure enough, you guys are really thinking about it. Let's forget about the merger and acquisition. Let's talk about your final plan. We all show our sincerity and there is no need to waste time." Andy shook his head and laughed. Looking at each other with sharp eyes, he said lightly.

"Since the merger fails, our conditions remain the same, 30% of the shares and three board seats..."

"30% is impossible. You can only have one seat on the board of directors, and you can work in Liberty City. 15%. I will take 5% and introduce several investment companies. 2% will be used as company equity incentives..."

"15% is too little, at least 25%, no less, as the owner of the Android system, we must guarantee our own interests..."

"There's only so much. I must have sufficient bargaining chips in my hand for the subsequent rounds of B and C rounds of financing. I don't want to make wedding dresses for others! Moreover, Liberty City will have a valuation of more than 5 billion in the future."

Eric looked at Andy's attitude of not letting go, and narrowed his eyes slightly. He was about to say a few threatening words, but when he saw a faint smile on the corner of the other's mouth, Eric still suppressed it and teased him. BO Andy's emotional thoughts.

"20%, two board seats, and a 20% increase in the current valuation. This is our bottom line. If we can't reach a deal, then we don't need to continue the negotiation. At the same time, the future B and C rounds of financing , we have the priority to make up 20% of the shares!"