Counterattack starts with controlling probability

At night, Li Hao's office is still brightly lit.

The last successful contact and investment with the data labeling company gave him confidence and also made him ready to speed up the pace and finalize the other two companies.

He stared at the comprehensive analysis report on the deep learning chip R&D team on the table with a frown.

The sets of technical parameters on the screen were as complex as a maze, but he had already seen the infinite possibilities of Noah Technology's future through these data.

This startup has a team with superb skills in algorithm optimization and hardware design.

Their technology is an important piece of the puzzle of Noah Technology's AI smart investment advisory service.

However, the market is already surrounded by strong competitors.

"This is the rule of the primary market. High-quality targets are always the target of public criticism." Li Hao whispered self-deprecatingly.

A few days later, Li Hao took his team to have the first meeting with the head of the startup.

Unexpectedly, just after we showed our sincerity in cooperation, the person in charge handed us an updated quotation.

"Mr. Li, other investment institutions have contacted us in the past few days. The conditions they offered are indeed more attractive than yours." Zhang Chen looked a little embarrassed.

Li Hao was slightly displeased when he heard this, but he remained calm.

He knew in his heart that this was the result of conflict of interest groups like Baiyan Capital and other competitors pushing it behind the scenes.

He smiled faintly and replied calmly, "The high valuation is indeed a recognition of your company, but you might want to consider what else Noah Technology can bring to you besides funding. We are not just an investor, but also your most important strategic partner in the future."

The person in charge did not respond to Li Hao immediately. Obviously, he was still tempted by the high valuation offer.

In addition to capital competition, what makes Li Hao even more alert is the discordant voices coming from within the chip R&D team.

According to Xu Lei's investigation, several core members began to waver due to high-salary poaching by competitors.

"If the core technical team is lost, no matter how smooth this cooperation is, it will just be buying an empty shell," Liu Xia said with a frown.

Li Hao replied, "Brother Lei, collect the career aspirations of each key member. We don't need to use their methods, but we must let them know that Noah Technology can provide them with a bigger stage."

Through Lao Pi's analysis, Li Hao quickly identified the two technical backbones who were most likely to be shaken.

During the second meeting, he proposed the idea of ​​a joint R&D laboratory in front of the person in charge and promised that core members would receive long-term equity incentives from Noah Technology.

"Noah is willing to use resources to support your team, not only funds, but also markets, technology and growth space." Li Hao said sincerely.

The person in charge's eyes lit up, and he was obviously impressed by this more sincere proposal. Several technical backbones present also began to re-evaluate Noah's attractiveness.

Despite the improvement in cooperation, doubts within the team remained.

"Mr. Li, what we are worried about is whether you can still maintain autonomy once the technology is handed over to you?" questioned a technical director.

Li Hao's eyes were calm and sincere. "I can promise you that our cooperation with Noah is to accelerate the implementation of technology, not to create a monopoly. Your independence will not be restricted. We hope to build an ecosystem, not replace the core team."

His frankness dispelled many concerns, but the technical director obviously had more considerations.

He pondered for a moment, then stood up and said, "Boss Li, I need some time to discuss this with the team."

Li Hao nodded: "Of course. Cooperation is based on trust. We will give you time."

Just as the negotiations were getting deeper, Baiyan Capital suddenly launched an attack.

They exaggerated the illusion of Noah Technology's "tight capital chain" and "excessive operating pressure" in the capital market, and put pressure on start-ups through public opinion.

The rumors in the market alerted the chip R&D team. Some technical members began to waver, and some even suggested turning to other more stable investors.

Upon hearing the news, Li Hao immediately assembled his team to respond urgently: "This is a comprehensive test for us. Xu Lei, initiate a public opinion countermeasure plan. Work with Feiyue Media to release the latest progress of our AI business. Also, contact Professor Wang Qiang and ask the Zen Foundation to publicly endorse us."

A series of quick actions stabilized market expectations and made Zhang Chen's team re-recognize Noah Technology's strength and ability to withstand pressure.

However, just as he was about to arrange for the team to work out the contract details, Liu Xia suddenly pushed the door open with a serious expression on her face.

"Brother Hao, I just received news that the deputy director of the other team contacted another investment institution. They are in secret talks and may re-evaluate their cooperation partners." Liu Xia said bluntly.

Li Hao was stunned, his fingers pausing on the table. He frowned slightly and then asked, "Which organization is it?"

"Chuangyi Capital." Liu Xia handed over a document. "They're a very popular player in the industry lately. I heard the conditions they offered were quite attractive. They even offered team shareholding and cooperation on overseas market resources."

Li Hao took the document, quickly glanced at the contents, and raised his lip slightly: "Chuangyi Capital? It seems that they have also set their sights on our target team."

Before Li Hao could digest this information, a text message from the team leader popped up.

The text message was simple but full of meaning: "Mr. Li, I just discussed with the team and feel that there are still some details that need to be discussed. We are not in a hurry to finalize the cooperation for now."

Just a few lines of words made Li Hao keenly aware that his attitude had changed and become wavering.

Obviously, the intervention of Chuangyi Capital has made him hesitant.

"Liu Xia, contact Xu Lei and ask him to investigate the background of Chuangyi Capital, especially the details of their contact with the team. I don't believe they are just interfering casually." Li Hao commanded calmly.

Xu Lei's efficiency was as high as ever. He sent the report in less than an hour.

"Chuangyi Capital has indeed intervened in Zhang Chen's team, and there seems to be some influence of Baiyan Capital behind them. This move seems to be driven by Baiyan Capital behind the scenes."

Li Hao quickly scanned the report, his gaze gradually becoming stern. "Baiyan Capital? It seems they're still unwilling to give up. They've changed their mask this time, which seems to suit their style."

"What's even more troublesome," Xu Lei continued, "is that Chuangyi Capital offered the chip R&D team conditions that Noah currently cannot provide. They promised to bring the team's technology to overseas markets and even help them go public within two years."

Liu Xia couldn't help but frown. "This bait is hard to refuse, especially for an entrepreneur like this."

"Yes," Li Hao nodded slightly. "Our previous cooperation framework was more focused on the domestic market. For them, Chuangyi's conditions are indeed very attractive."

At the same time, there was also unrest within the chip R&D team.

After several core members learned of Chuangyi Capital's proposal, they discussed it privately. Their discussion gradually turned into questioning Noah:

"Although Noah has strong resources, it is still primarily focused on the domestic market. Can its technology have a bigger stage?"

"Chuangyi Capital has more mature overseas channels, and they promised technical support, which is very important for our development."

For a time, the differences within the team became increasingly obvious.

They originally wanted to continue to promote cooperation with Noah, but faced with pressure from different members of the team, this decision began to waver.

That night, Li Hao held an emergency meeting in the office.

Liu Xia, Xu Lei and several core team members were all present, and the atmosphere was extremely tense.

"Chuangyi Capital's strategy is very clever. They are playing the internationalization card. But we can't let Zhang Chen's team be snatched away by them."

Li Hao went straight to the point.

"This is not just a project issue, but also a key step in Noah's future strategic layout."

"However, Chuangyi Capital's resources are indeed our weakness," Xu Lei said helplessly. "Either we quickly find some international resources to cooperate with, or we may lose this target."

Li Hao fell into deep thought.

"They are playing the internationalization card, and we want to let the team see Noah's true strength and potential."

Li Hao turned around and spoke in a firm tone.

"Liu Xia, contact Feiyue Media and start a publicity campaign for Noah's AI ecosystem. I want the entire industry to know that our AI is not limited to the domestic market."

"Xu Lei," he continued, "you keep a close eye on Chuangyi Capital's movements. I need to know every move they make. Also, prioritize our overseas partnerships and contact Zen Fund's overseas branches to see if they have any resources or support they can offer."

The team members nodded and began to act on their own.

The next day, Feiyue Media began to promote Noah Technology's "Smart Future" plan across the industry, elaborating on Noah's technological advantages and ecological layout.

Xu Lei also announced the latest news: Chuangyi Capital is planning to directly invest in the chip research and development team, while trying to lower Noah's industry reputation through some media.

Li Hao sat at his desk, looking at the project documents on the table, with a slight smile on his face: "Since you want to play the capital game, let's see who can hold their breath longer."

At this moment, the decision-makers of Baiyan Capital are planning a new round of offensive.

A middle-aged man slowly put down the documents in his hand and said coldly: "Last time, Chen Qihang, that loser, made us spend so much money and still failed to take over Noah. This time, our agent performed well."

Another senior executive frowned slightly and said, "However, direct capital suppression has limited effectiveness. While using Chuangyi Capital as a cover, we must also approach from other directions. Currently, Feiyue Media's publicity has restored market confidence in Noah. We need to change our strategy and strike at his foundation."

"Yes."

The elderly leader sitting in the main seat spoke with a steady and sharp tone.

"What are Noah and Li Hao's greatest strengths? Their technology and market credibility. Since we can't defeat them from the outside, let's dismantle them from the inside—win over their core team, infiltrate their supply chain, and even shake the people they trust the most."

Another senior executive chimed in, "Especially the chip R&D team they're currently interested in acquiring. If we can get them to switch sides, we can completely destroy Noah's AI plan."

"Then it's settled." The old man slowly stood up and added with a cold smile, "As for Li Hao, his greatest weakness is his over-trust in those companions he believed to be unshakable. He took them away from him one by one, leaving him in an abyss of isolation and helplessness."