jdhmnovel Chapter 335 Act
Chapter 335 Act
The leisurely demeanor of Zhou Chengjing faded, replaced by a sharpness more familiar to Bai Li, the kind that belongs to a political player.
“There’s a small problem,” he said calmly, “that might require us to work together to solve it.”
Bai Li silently raised her eyebrows.
Anything that Zhou Chengjing calls "trouble" is definitely not a trivial matter.
"tell me the story."
“Just received the news,” Zhou Chengjing said, his gaze sweeping across the serene snow-capped mountains outside the window. “Next, an international bill, the ‘Artificial Intelligence Ethics and Governance Act,’ will be introduced. I will send you the specific details later. The core requirement is algorithm transparency.”
"If the bill is implemented, it will become a benchmark for other countries to follow, creating global resistance, which will be very detrimental to the future development of Lingxi."
Bai Li's expression darkened.
Is this a "minor" problem?
If what Zhou Chengjing said is true, it will be more than just a "small" problem for her.
Public algorithm?
Impossible.
Demanding the disclosure of core algorithm logic or accepting a stringent regulatory framework is tantamount to handing over the lifeline of technology, and Lingxi's leading advantage will be completely crippled.
If this "compliance" label is attached to Lingxi, its enormous commercial interests, technological sovereignty, and international influence will be affected.
She's not the only one; countless other companies are poised to take off in the field of artificial intelligence.
"How could such a bill exist? Who proposed it?" Bai Li frowned, her tone filled with disbelief and coldness.
This doesn't align with the logic of business development. Cutting off someone's livelihood is a recipe for disaster. The person who proposed this bill is highly problematic.
Zhou Chengjing's lips curled into a very faint smile: "The bill was ostensibly proposed by several European countries, under the guise of ethics and the public's right to know."
"Actually?" Bai Li keenly caught the subtext in his words and narrowed her eyes.
“But behind the scenes, there’s the active presence of Prometheus’s lobbying team. Silas doesn’t want to see any new technology that could challenge his monopoly easily rise up, especially in areas he doesn’t yet fully control,” Zhou Chengjing said calmly.
Bai Li sneered, Silas's condescending and tolerant attitude from just now still fresh in her mind: "What a 'tech godfather'! Instead of engaging in direct competition, he's playing the game of rules."
Once the bill is passed, apart from Rometheus Technologies' "Olympos," which already has an open architecture, other innovative products will never have a chance to emerge.
Zhou Chengjing nodded: "Therefore, although this trouble is small in scale, it is big in its potential destructive power. It must be resolved, or at least significantly modified, before it gathers broad consensus and enters the formal voting process."
"Your plan?" Bai Li asked directly.
She knew that since Zhou Chengjing had brought it up, he must already have a corresponding solution.
“We’ll take a two-pronged approach. I’ll handle the political aspects; I have connections with members of parliament in several key swing states.” Zhou Chengjing’s smile revealed a confident sense of control over the situation.
Bai Li nodded.
This is Zhou Chengjing's domain; his political influence and connections are unfathomable.
“Secondly, there are places where you are needed,” Zhou Chengjing stared at Bai Li, a dark glint in his eyes, “Arthur is having a small salon at his villa tomorrow night, inviting only tech giants and venture capitalists who have influence over the bill.”
He paused, then continued, “It’s nominally a gathering, but if you can get a few of them to witness Lingxi’s product firsthand and prove that it’s a truly revolutionary technology, the direction of public opinion and capital will naturally change.”
Bai Li fell into deep thought.
She was quickly weighing the pros and cons.
She did indeed intend to try to win over potential partners on a small scale at this summit.
Zhou Chengjing's suggestion happened to coincide with hers, only the timing was earlier.
Bai Li looked up at Zhou Chengjing.
Zhou Chengjing remained silent, not saying a word, but his eyes were resolute, as if he had already guessed Bai Li's answer.
And his conviction was not wrong.
Although it's unclear what aspects of the bill also affected Zhou Chengjing's interests, prompting his relentless efforts to block it, there's no doubt that it has genuinely threatened Bai Li's core interests.
Zhou Chengjing's decision to join forces with her was undoubtedly the wisest move he could make.
Bai Li decisively replied, "Yes, but it will take time. Lingxi's core team and products are all in China, so it will be difficult for them to arrive in Davos tomorrow night."
Zhou Chengjing's response was also very straightforward: "It's not a problem, I will open the fastest international channel for them."
With his current methods and power, this is not a problem.
Bai Li's eyes shone brightly: "I will contact someone immediately."
This was a fantastic publicity opportunity, and everyone present was a potential business partner; she wouldn't miss it.
“Very good.” Zhou Chengjing raised his wine glass and gently clinked it against Bai Li’s.
The ice puck struck the glass, producing a crisp, pleasant sound.
"Then, the stage tomorrow night is yours. I will make sure all the audience members arrive on time and clear away any political obstacles after your speech."
The amber-colored whiskey slid down my throat, bringing a warm, burning sensation.