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Zhou Buqi sighed, "Old Zhang, I've helped you enough with this Sohu Video. If you want to cooperate with Netflix to make a film, that's fine, but I have to tell you, it's impossible to save Sohu Video. iQiyi, Youku, LeTV and others are losing three to four billion a year, can Sohu afford it?”

Zhang Chaoyang said: "I want to take the high-quality route, less but better."

"To put it bluntly, is it just a transfer of profits?" Zhou Buqi was helpless, "For the same high-quality content, why not cooperate with Youku Penguin or something like that instead of Sohu Video? Once or twice, it's easy to say. But you have to know , The situation in the United States is different from that in China.”

Zhang Chaoyang nodded.

Zhou Buqi said: "Everything is easy to say in China. In one word, the big boss can do whatever he wants. There are still many small shareholders in Netflix and Ziweixing Global. If I keep doing things that harm the rights and interests of small shareholders, Decision-making is also easy to cause trouble. And with Netflix, I only have the right to make suggestions, not decisions. If my proposal is good, others will accept it. If my proposal is not good, they will accept it just to save my face.”

Zhang Chaoyang sighed: "If it's inconvenient for you, then forget it."

A bold idea suddenly came to Zhou Buqi's mind, "How about Ziweixing acquires Sohu! After the merger of the two companies, Sohu Video will be reorganized, and I will spend a lot of money to start this business." "

"Ah?" Zhang Chaoyang firmly disagreed, "This is impossible!"

Zhou Buqi said: "Small companies are not qualified to do film and television streaming in China. Don't look at LeTV, which is very popular now. It will be finished in two or three years. In addition to the four major Internet giants Alibaba, Baidu, Penguin and Ziweixing, Anyone else who comes in will die."

Zhang Chaoyang sighed: "This business is getting more and more difficult now."

Zhou Buqi suggested: "If you ask me, it's better to shrink the business quickly. Sohu is already outdated. It's almost impossible for you to rely on this brand to turn around. If you want to copy the miracle of Yahoo on Sohu, I advise you to think about it." Don’t even think about it.”

"Um."

"My suggestion is to shrink the business and keep Sohu.com and Sohu Video. It is impossible to make big money. It is enough to make a small amount of money to maintain your identity and social status as an Internet entrepreneur. Anyway, Changyou is here. You’re not short of money either.”

"Whether the co-production drama will be filmed or not? Don't worry, the support is mutual. Even if Ziweixing does not acquire Sohu, the existing resources of Sohu will be freely deployed by Ziweixing. Have I ever treated you badly?"

"Okay, okay, shoot, shoot, shoot." Zhou Buqi refused without shame, "Just shoot one film. If the effect is good, you can continue filming. If the effect is not good, there will be no second time. You go find a project, Nai and I will Just ask Fei and look for crime suspense."

At this time, a staff member of the venue ran over, and there were two followers beside him. He looked like a small leader.

He looked to be in his forties, with a very low posture. He bent over and said, "Mr. Zhou, I have to trouble you about something."

Zhou Buqi looked at the work badge on his chest. It had his name and job title on it. He was the deputy director of the development zone. He smiled and said, "Director Sun, I will do whatever I can to help."

Director Sun said: "A distinguished guest is here. A big shot from Silicon Valley is rushing here from the airport. He will arrive at the venue in five minutes. If it is convenient, can you come out to greet us? We are the hosts. , it’s better to be more enthusiastic.”

"From Silicon Valley? Who?"

Zhou Buqi is very curious.

Director Sun said excitedly: "Apple."

The standards of this Internet conference are very high, but they are all under supervision. The real execution level still falls on the local governments. They mainly rely on Boss Ma's face to invite IT professionals from all over the world to participate.

Zhou Buqi raised his eyebrows and became interested, "Is Cook here? You should greet him!"

"No, no, not Cook."

Director Sun's expression changed slightly and he quickly explained.

Zhou Buqi was ready to stand up with Lao Zhang to greet him.

If Cook comes, given his industry status, it is indeed necessary to greet him at the door. Moreover, the two had had conflicts in the United States before, and this time they met in China, it was necessary to turn their hostility into friendship. Unexpectedly, it turned out not to be the case. Zhou Buqi asked: "It's not Cook? Who is it?"

Director Sun said: "Mr. Bruce Siver, he is Apple's global senior vice president."

"Who?" Zhou Buqi frowned, "Bruce Sivir? I've never heard of him!"

"How could it be?" Director Sun was a little anxious, "He is second only to Cook at Apple and has a lot of say."

Zhou Buqi laughed and said: "Director Sun, you may have misunderstood. Apple has an absolutely flat organizational structure. More than 20 vice presidents report directly to Cook. To say that he is the number two person, Apple has a flat organizational structure. There may be dozens of second-in-commands, and they all have no reporting relationship. If you want to say it’s the chief operating officer, then I know him. I’ve never heard of the Bruce you’re talking about.”

"Yeah?"

Director Sun was slightly startled.

Old God Zhou Buqi was sitting there with no intention of getting up to greet him. He smiled and said, "Let's do this, Director Sun. When this guy named Bruce Sivier comes, you ask him to come over and see me. Just say I’m here to invite him to tea, and that’s considered a welcome.”

Director Sun, a small cadre at the district, department and bureau level, did not dare to make mistakes in this kind of thing. He was a little concerned about the gains and losses, "Is this okay?"

Zhou Buqi said: "It doesn't matter. Let him come to see me. I'll talk to him first. This is the first Internet conference to be held. Many forums and speeches will be broadcast live. These foreigners speak freely when speaking. Especially those who are engaged in technology, it may be that Zhizhizi mentioned some politically sensitive topics. I met with him and told him that there are some things that should not be said, so as not to affect the order of the conference and Director Sun. manage."

"Yes, yes! Mr. Zhou is still thoughtful!"

Director Sun finally understood.

Mr. Zhou’s wrist is too big!

A senior vice president of Apple was not worthy of being greeted by him. He had to take the initiative to visit him.

In large domestic forums, foreigners are particularly cautious when speaking. Once they say something sensitive, the responsibility will definitely fall on executives like Director Sun. In serious cases, they will not be able to keep their reputation. If Boss Zhou is willing to help, that would be great.

A few minutes later, the Apple vice president named Bruce Siver arrived.

Originally, he had a dull expression and seemed not to be interested in the hosts who greeted him.

After seeing Boss Zhou, his attitude immediately changed, he showed a big smile, walked over from a distance, shook hands with him, "Mr. Zhou, I'm so happy to see you again!"

Zhou Buqi didn't even get up. He sat down and shook hands with him, then pointed to the sofa next to him and asked strangely: "Have we met before?"

Bruce smiled and said: "I've met him a few times, you may have forgotten. I just joined Apple from Intel not long ago, and I am mainly responsible for global legal affairs."

"Legal affairs?" Zhou Buqi raised his eyebrows, "Then what is the purpose of your coming to China this time?"

Bruce coughed and said: "There are some patent matters. Many mobile phone manufacturers are infringing Apple's patents on a large scale. I hope that there can be institutional restraints here to carry out fairer trade competition."

Zhou Buqi said: "What I mean is that enough is enough and don't be too stubborn."

"ah?"

"You report back to Cook and tell me what I mean. Apple has huge interests in China, so don't lose the big for the small. If the intellectual property matter is not too serious, try to deal with it as lightly as possible. Many mobile phone manufacturers here , they only do domestic business and will not compete with Apple overseas.”

"Okay, I'll convey your message."

Bruce would not dare to neglect this true god.

Who within Apple doesn’t know the reputation of Boss Zhou?

Half a month ago, Apple was finally able to resolve a public opinion crisis in the United States after Cook was forced to give in and pay a "donation" of US$180 million. This is still the case in the United States. This is China. Who dares to offend him?

Zhou Buqi smiled and said: "The sales of iPhone 6 in the mainland market are really enviable. I must congratulate Apple for such good results."

Bruce said repeatedly: "Thank you, your products are also very good."

Zhou Buqi said: "Apple's interests in China are constantly expanding, and this is all due to Cook. If it were Steve Jobs, Apple would definitely not be able to achieve such good results here. Support and understanding are mutual, and I have always admired Cook. Mr. Embracing the Market.”

"Yeah, I understand."

Bruce Sivir nodded, knowing what Boss Zhou was talking about.