My 1999

In China, the relevant departments have accepted the lawsuit and the trial will be held in the near future.

The lawsuit in the United States is still dragging on, but it won't be too long and the trial will be held sooner or later.

The only advantage for Apple is that it usually takes two or even three years from application to certification of a US patent.

In other words, many of Kunlun's patents are still under application and have not been certified by the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Based on this point, Kunlun cannot completely nail Apple.

And some patents may not be applied for, such as multi-touch.

As early as 20 years ago, there was an application for a multi-touch patent.

Kunlun's mobile phone only applied for the expression of multi-touch, not the decisive technical function.

In the past, Apple won some multi-touch patents and launched patent lawsuits against several manufacturers that launched smartphones. The result was a win-lose situation.

Elan in Taiwan won the patent lawsuit. Apple compensated the company with $5 million. At the same time, the two companies cross-licensed two patents to stop the patent lawsuit.

Elan is an IC design company focusing on integrated circuit and touch module solutions. In 1998, it applied for a patent called "Detecting one or more fingers on a touchpad".

This is the first time that touch screens have been used on mobile phones, but before Kunlun and Apple phones, some touch screen devices were available, so it is difficult for one company to take all touch screen patents.

If you can't take all the patents, the sued company can find a way to counter-sue, and finally reach a settlement with each other and cross-license patents to each other.

In the past, Apple tried to strangle the fate of other smartphone manufacturers with a number of core smartphone patents, but found that it couldn't be strangled.

Because there are too many patents of all kinds in all regions of the world, many consumer electronics brands have long formed a patent situation of you have me and I have you.

Therefore, patents can often only be used as a defensive measure to prevent being threatened by other patent hooligans. If you want to take the initiative to attack, the patent wall you build must be thick enough. It is rare to be as arrogant as Qualcomm.

In short, it is difficult for Kunlun Mobile to use lawsuits to get rid of Apple in the United States.

But in China, Kunlun Mobile has been approved for a number of patents.

Cook has consulted professionals, and it is almost impossible for Apple to win the lawsuit in China.

After all, they are fighting on their home turf and have a deep foundation.

But no matter what, the lawsuit must be fought.

And it must be fought early.

The longer it takes, the bigger the incident becomes, and the higher Kunlun climbs on Apple's shoulders.

Let's see.

A few months ago, Kunlun was still unknown, and only had a medium-sized manufacturer of a certain scale in the consumer electronics market in China and Southeast Asia.

As soon as the smartphone was released, the lawsuit with Apple was filed.

It instantly became a world-renowned technology company.

Although it is also beneficial for Apple's development that more and more people know about smartphones.

But as long as he thought that Kunlun benefited the most, he and Jobs would be angry.

——

Xu Liang woke up from his sleep in a daze.

The morning light shone through the curtains, making the originally dim room a little brighter.

Helen on the left was sleeping soundly, with a thin blanket covering her graceful body.

The Ryan sisters on the right were also sleeping soundly.

His palm passed under his sister Camilla's neck, covering her plump softness.

Some purple marks can be vaguely seen on her fair skin.

Yesterday, he vented the pent-up anger after the unsuccessful negotiations over the past period of time, and unconsciously became stronger.

Gently pulled out his arm and got out of bed.

Changed into sportswear and went downstairs.

He stretched his body.

I just felt refreshed.

"Brother Liang."

"Come, practice with me."

Huo Gang's face was bitter.

"Brother Liang, I had a stomachache yesterday, so let Lao Zhang accompany you."

Zhang Hongwei's face changed.

This guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes actually lied?

"Ahem, Mr. Xu, my stomach is a little uncomfortable too."

"Okay, okay, I know you don't want to. It's really boring."

The two looked at each other and breathed a sigh of relief at the same time.

They knew too well how heavy Boss Xu's fist was.

It was too painful to be beaten up early in the morning.

Xu Liang found an open space and stood facing east.

He had practiced Bajiquan for more than seven years, which made his physique, which was far superior to that of ordinary people, even stronger.

He was able to handle three people with ease last night.

An hour passed quickly.

After taking a shower and changing clothes, he went to the room to check on his son.

It was seven o'clock in the morning.

Helen came downstairs with Ryan and his sister.

"Come here, it's time for breakfast." Xu Liang called.

The three girls sat down.

The sisters sat on the left and right sides of the dining table, and Helen sat directly opposite Xu Liang.

"Kunlun Technology's negotiations with the telecom operator are not going well?"

"Yes."

"Do you want me to call Reed?"

Xu Liang shook his head, "No, the general environment is like this, even if the Montes family is moved out, it will not solve the fundamental problem.

When they taste the sweetness of smartphones, the problem will be solved naturally. ... By the way, have you read the copy sent to you?"

"I have read it. There is already a Facebook mobile app, do we need to set up a new community app?"

"Need. The core of Facebook mobile APP is sharing and it is a pure community website.

But the WhatsApp we established is different. It is an application based on mobile phone address books.

If Facebook is the king of the PC era, then WhatsApp is the crown of the mobile era. If it loses it, Facebook may never have any hope of surpassing Google in valuation. "

Helen was shocked.

She didn’t expect WhatsApp to be so important in her man’s heart.

"I will organize research and development immediately when I get back and strive to launch a mature application within a year."

"No, I only give you half a year.

Seize the market first, and then slowly improve. "Xu Liang said.

"Is half a year too short?"

"Competition in the new era will become increasingly fierce, and there won't be much time for you to prepare. Capture the market first, and then you can continuously modify it based on user feedback."

"Understood."

Xu Liang nodded and looked at the sisters.

"You have been studying at Stanford for a year and a half, and you have also been interning at Facebook for a year and a half. You know everything you need to know. Do you have a business plan?"

The two sisters looked at each other, and Erica, the older sister, said in a playful voice: "I want to build an online beauty product sharing website, support a group of beauty bloggers, conduct online marketing through the community, and obtain advertising revenue and consumption. Divide."

Xu Liang nodded.

"Camila, what about you?"

Not daring to look at his eyes, Camilla quickly turned her head away and whispered.

"I haven't thought about it yet."

Xu Liang nodded without blaming him.

Not everyone likes to start a business, and not everyone is suitable for starting a business.

"Erica, your new website has been positioned on the mobile side from the beginning. After the mobile side has achieved results, we will consider the PC side."

"Um."

After chatting for a few more words, he invited the three girls to eat.

After eating and chatting for a few words, Sister Lane was asked to leave first.

"I'm going to New York in a few days."

Xu Liangdao.

"So anxious?"

Helen was a little reluctant.

She had just eaten the 'meat' and her stomach was not yet full. The man was about to leave. Of course she didn't want to.

"Don't worry, it's not like I won't come back."

"Do you have to go?"

Xu Liang nodded, "Do you still remember the investment and financial plan I planned for Facebook?"

Helen's eyes lit up.

In February this year, Facebook took over US$4 billion in CDS (collateralized debentures) from Hongyan.

Although in just over a month, 20 million US dollars in premiums have been paid, the man’s investment vision has never been missed.

Although she was a little anxious, she never rushed.

"Can you get rewards so soon?"

"I will get part of it, and the rest will come to my account gradually."

"Great, with this money, Facebook won't need Series B financing." Helen said happily.

Xu Liang smiled. Facebook's A-round financing has already attracted many giants with relevant interests. If he cashes out part of it after the listing, his equity in Facebook will not be so conspicuous.

——

Saying goodbye to Silicon Valley, Xu Liang took a private plane to New York.

As soon as he walked out of the airport passage, he saw the motorcade coming to greet him.

"boss."

Chu Gang, the president of Hanhua's New York office, who was standing next to a car, saw Xu Liang appear and walked over with a smile on his face.

"You're so busy at work, you don't have to pick me up in person."

Xu Liang smiled and patted Chu Gang on the shoulder, and then the two of them walked side by side towards the car.

Li Jinling, Huo Gang and several bodyguards followed behind them.

After getting in the car, Xu Liang looked at Chu Gang with a smile and asked, "How are you doing recently?"

"Calm and calm."

Chu Gang thought for a while and added: "But I feel like the wind is going to blow."

"How to say?"

Chu Gang replied: "Blancfein has been contacting us recently, making various insinuations."

Xu Liang narrowed his eyes slightly, "That old fox must have smelled something."

"Goldman Sachs is so prosperous that it has even served as Treasury Secretary several times."

"So there is a reason why they escape death every time." Xu Liang said with a smile.

“I just don’t know how big this storm can be?”

Xu Liang smiled and did not answer.

"By the way, is the banquet ready?"

"Everything is ready."

"That's fine."

…………

The Goldman Sachs headquarters is located at 200 West Street in Manhattan. It is a dazzling high-rise building. The glass exterior wall shines in the sunlight, as if it is coated with a layer of golden yellow.

At the entrance of the building, a vice president warmly welcomed Xu Liang and his party and led them into the building.

Seeing this scene, the staff coming in and out of the hall couldn't help but stop and look at this group of impressive Asians.

Taking the elevator to the top floor, the vice president of Goldman Sachs brought Xu Liang and Chu Gang into Blankfein's office, while the others were waiting in the reception room outside.

"Xu, long time no see.

I heard that you recently developed a good mobile phone. Congratulations. "

Blankfein smiled and stepped forward to shake hands with Xu Liang, carefully looking at the young man in front of him.

After not seeing each other for a few months, Golden Caesar has made new news.

Even though he is the powerful CEO of Goldman Sachs, he has to admire the young man in front of him. He is really talented and full of business talents and skills.

Xu Liang smiled, "Thank you, Kunlun Mobile still needs more help from Goldman Sachs."

Blankfein understood what this meant and smiled.

"Goldman Sachs will definitely provide you with the most considerate service."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Blankfein asked Xu Liang and Chu Gang to sit down, and asked his secretary to bring them coffee. The three of them drank coffee and chatted.

"Xu, all the matters you entrusted to Goldman Sachs have been completed, and there will be a large number of distinguished guests attending the banquet tomorrow.

At the banquet, I need you to say a few more words so that Goldman Sachs can match you with business in the future. "

Xu Liang nodded, "No problem."

After chatting for a while and confirming that tomorrow's banquet was fully prepared, Xu Liang left.

Then he went to Morgan Stanley to meet with Mack.

This time he came to New York and took the initiative to hold a banquet.

Just to pave the way for huge profits later.

Otherwise, even if he makes money, he may not be able to safely take it away from the United States.

…

The next day, at night.

A manor villa on Long Island is brightly lit and full of luxury cars parked at the door.

A well-dressed guest stepped out of the car. Among them were men in suits and ties, and women in sexy evening dresses, but without exception, they were all white.

Xu Liang wore a well-tailored suit and, accompanied by Blankfein and Mack, greeted the guests one by one.

"Mr. Forbes."

"Mrs. Winthrop."

"Miss Cabot."...

Mai Jinheng quietly introduced the family background of each guest to Xu Liang.

"Forbes is considered a big family in the United States. Before coming to the United States, he was a big noble in Scotland.

After it spread its wings in the United States, there were not only the Forbes family, a financial media group, but also John Forbes Kerry, who ran for office with George W. Bush in the past few years.

In 1996 and 2000, Steve Forbes, the head of the financial media group, spent US$67 million of his own money to participate in the nomination of the leader of the Elephant Party..."

Listening to his introduction, Xu Liang nodded from time to time in response.

This is the virtue of Yingjiang, and there is no separation between politics and business.

Steve Forbes's candidacy for the general election was by no means a delusion. More than ten years later, a businessman became the general in this way.

“The Forbes family got its start through trade with China more than a hundred years ago.

After acquiring enough capital in China, this family entered the railroad, oil, real estate, and retail industries in the United States. It also generously funded Harvard, Yale, and Princeton universities, making it a "cultural plutocrat." "

Xu Liang didn't say anything. The Forbes family came to China for trade more than a hundred years ago?

What trade do you do?

When I came, I took a boatload of opium, and when I left, I took a boatload of porcelain and tea.

In fact, many of the so-called "blue-blood aristocrats" in the United States made their fortunes through the opium trade with China. For example, Roosevelt's grandfather was an opium dealer.

According to statistics, at least 33 generals in the United States are related to Taipan of Qichang Yangxing, which is engaged in the Chinese opium trade. Ao Guanhai is also among them, because his ancestors came to China to sell opium.

Many Chinese people think that Britain is the culprit of the opium trade. In fact, the United States also followed suit and took a big sip of soup.