The Era of Magic Technology

(I had something to do last night, so I couldn’t make it three times, sorry. It will be on the shelves on Friday the day after tomorrow, and I will explode at that time. The outbreak depends on everyone’s support. Hey, I hope everyone can support the genuine version. This is my book motivation...thank you...)

Magic Software can be said to be the most eye-catching emerging software company in the IT industry recently, and has been sought after by many capitals. But at the same time as the rise of Mana Software, Baidu also benefited greatly from it.

When the download volume of Maneng voice assistant exceeded 7 million, the Baidu mobile phone download platform also gained more than 2 million new users.

When Tongxun, Ali, 360 and other Internet giants bid to acquire Maneng Software repeatedly, Baidu sat firmly on Mount Tai, watching from the sidelines and not rushing to make a move.

Wang Xiao is still guessing how long they can last.

However, seeing Mr. Li, Baidu who went out in person again in the meeting room, he knew that Baidu couldn't hold back anymore, and wanted to decide the ending once again.

"Hehe, Mr. Li, we meet again..."

Wang Xiao and Li Yanhong shook hands and sat down.

Li Yanhong looked at Wang Xiao seriously, and said straight to the point: "Mr. Wang, I just said what I mean with Manager Li and the two sensible people in your company. I want to continue to ask for the exclusive authorization of the magic voice assistant. I will do my best to promote the magic voice assistant, and I have already contacted my partners in the United States."

Use the US market as a bargaining chip to negotiate?

The domestic market is still far from being saturated.

Wang Xiao smiled, shook his head and said, "Mr. Li, I remember I told you last time that it is an exception to give Baidu a one-month exclusive authorization this time. We will never accept any form of exclusive authorization in the future." Authorization, our products are for all users, so you don’t need to talk about this matter, but as long as the whiteness is interesting, we will always maintain a cooperative relationship with you.”

Li Yanhong frowned slightly, and didn't mention the so-called Baidu ban that he threatened Chen Jinwen and Zhang Qiang just now. Because he knew that this method would not work against Wang Xiao at all. Wang Xiao was a stronger person than him and would not be afraid of this method.

More importantly, now Maneng Software is not something that Baidu can block. Baidu does not cooperate, and some other Internet giants are rushing to cooperate with Maneng Software.

Moreover, he also knew that Wang Xiao was a top-notch talent who had mastered a brand-new program algorithm, which Baidu would absolutely need in the future, so he couldn't offend him.

"Then you can make a condition. If I can agree, I can discuss it."

Li Yanhong still did not give up.

The potential of the magic voice assistant made him see a huge and unlimited business opportunity. It can be said that this is a huge opportunity for Baidu.

Although the number of downloads of Maneng Voice Assistant has exceeded 7 million, but the insiders know that this is far from the limit. This is because the exclusive authorization of the Baidu platform limits the proliferation of voice assistants, so it is still far from the high outbreak period and peak period of this software.

Such an application software that everyone needs, and an application software that can greatly improve the efficiency of life, once its potential explodes, no one can imagine it.

How many Android phones are there in China?

At least 500 million or more, the user potential of Maneng Voice Assistant can be said to be 500 million without hesitation.

Baidu's promotion of the magic voice assistant has been declining recently, because he wants to slow down the development of the magic software as much as possible.

In the end, Li Yanhong has not really given up on Magic Software, and still wants to get this company.

Wang Xiao's eyes were burning brightly, looking at Li Yanhong's expression and eyes, he could almost think of the thoughts of this Baidu boss, and said with a smile: "Mr. Li, as I said just now, we do not accept any form of exclusive authorization. If Mr. Li still If you want exclusive authorization, you don’t need to say anything.”

Li Yanhong was helpless, the anger in his eyes was fleeting, he stared at Wang Xiao and said, "What does Mr. Wang think of Baidu now?"

Wang Xiao shrugged and said with praise: "It's amazing, mastering the Internet search engine entrance, one of the three giants...the future potential is unlimited..."

Li Yanhong immediately asked: "How about I exchange 2% of Baidu's equity for 51% of Moneng Software's equity in your hand?"

The atmosphere in the meeting room suddenly became oppressive.

Li Chengfeng, Zhang Xuewen, Chen Jinwen, Zhang Qiang, and several people from Baidu looked at Li Yanhong in surprise, a little surprised at the generosity of this Baidu boss.

Now Baidu's market value in the United States is as high as more than 70 billion U.S. dollars, and a 2% stake is worth more than 1.4 billion U.S. dollars, which is more than 8 billion yuan when converted into RMB.

Buying 51% of the shares of Magic Software in Wang Xiao's hands for 8 billion yuan, the value of the entire company exceeds 16 billion yuan. It can be said that it is the highest price among all companies that have bid so far, and it also exceeds many people. A price based on psychological expectations.

only……

The 8 billion is not cash, but Baidu's shares.

Although Wang Xiao could change hands and sell the 2% of Baidu's shares for cash, for Baidu, this was a mobile phone software company with great potential without any loss.

Two percent equity?

It is very simple for them to hold a general meeting of shareholders to refinance and dilute their equity. This is a tried-and-true move by many giant companies with high market capitalization, which can annex some emerging companies with lower value at no cost.

"hehe……"

Wang Xiao smiled, her face was very calm, she was not shocked by Li Yanhong's asking price, and asked calmly: "Mr. Li is so optimistic about my company?"

Li Yanhong nodded affirmatively and said: "That's right, I'm very optimistic. I want the magic software to become a puzzle for Baidu to develop into the world."

The market potential of Maneng Voice Assistant is not limited to the domestic market. This is what many people have seen, and it is also one of the reasons why several Internet giants want this software the most.

But Wang Xiao shook his head and said, "But, Mr. Li, you don't know that I'm more optimistic about my company. You may think that you exchanged 2% of Baidu's shares for 51% of my shares. It's my profit." But in fact, I don’t think so. I think the future value of my mana software is higher than your Baidu. So, even if you exchange Baidu’s shares with me at the same price, I won’t promise!"

Everyone else in the conference room was shocked by Wang Xiao's confidence.

Magic software will surpass Baidu in the future?

Since the formation of the three BAT giants took shape, is there any IT company whose market value exceeds these three giants?

Obviously not.

Most people think that this is the reason why Wang Xiao rejected Li Yanhong.

Li Yanhong frowned, her eyes widened, and she asked in a deep voice, "President Wang refused?"

Wang Xiao nodded affirmatively and said, "Yes, it's a pity, Mr. Li, I don't have any idea of ​​selling the company, and it's impossible for Baidu to continue the exclusive authorization."

Li Yanhong took a deep breath, suppressed the annoyance in her heart, and said lightly: "Okay, I hope we can continue to cooperate."

"That's the best. We, Maneng Software, have always been very friendly to our partners."

Wang Xiao also responded casually.

Li Yanhong stood up, shook hands with Wang Xiao, and left without stopping, just nodded to Li Chengfeng, an old acquaintance, before leaving.

His second attempt to purchase Mana Software in person failed again. He also really understood that Wang Xiao had no idea of ​​selling magic software at all, so it was impossible for anyone to get magic software company from Wang Xiao.

The only thing that can get the most benefits from Maneng Software is to increase the cooperation between the two parties, lay a good foundation for the relationship, and lay more foundations for future cooperation.

Baidu still has more than half a month to eat alone, which is Baidu's advantage.

Moreover, Li Yanhong had already heard that Wang Xiao wanted to build her own mobile phone system, and she also got some people's support. So he didn't dare to quarrel too stiffly with Wang Xiao at the moment. Instead, he had to give up some small actions on the magic voice assistant when he went back, and resume his full promotional efforts.

As a combination of capital and policy, Baidu knows what to do and when to do it in this country.

Back then, Baidu was able to drive Google out of China because it had a considerable advantage at the policy level, which can be directly said to be a policy victory. Later, Baidu was involved in many lawsuits, which was also a function of self-preservation and policy-level advantages.

Now that Wang Xiao has also received some policy support, he has no choice but to cooperate vigorously with Wang Xiao. If they are hostile, the two sides will almost never end.

This is what Li Yanhong does not want to see.

Peace can make money.

Wang Xiao watched Li Yanhong leave, then shook her head helplessly and said to several people in the company: "It is estimated that people from Tongxun and Ali will also come soon."

Li Chengfeng nodded in agreement.

After Baidu failed this negotiation and went back to the meeting, he will definitely restore the greatest efforts to promote the magic voice assistant again, then the magic voice assistant will usher in a small explosion again, so the capital market will definitely pursue it even more crazily magic software.

The other giants will definitely not be able to sit still.

"I don't want to do that anymore. Treat them well when they come, but don't promise anything. I will treat you at noon today, and all the employees of the company will have a big meal..."

Wang Xiao exhorted Li Chengfeng and Zhang Xuewen, then went out and yelled at all the employees.

The energetic employees of the company naturally agreed with a bang. In such a promising company and such a generous boss, they are very happy in their hearts.

"The boss is mighty."

"I'm going upstairs to the western restaurant for a buffet..."

"Brother Xiaosa is the best, I want to eat western food..."

In the end, it was unanimously decided to go upstairs to eat Western food.

Wang Xiao pretended to be in pain, and said hello to Zhang Xuewen, telling him to wait to go to the western restaurant to reserve a seat, and to book more, and to book a seat for Li Yanyan and his company, and the two companies will wait a while Let's get together again and cooperate more in the future, after all, we are all one boss.

Then, Wang Xiao went to Li Yanyan's company.

Li Yanyan's company is called Magic Bean Software Company, which is a funny name because she wants to be similar to Wang Xiao's company.

The address of Magic Bean Software Company is just downstairs from Wang Xiao, and it just opened today.