You call this entrepreneurship?

Chapter 285 Kicking the ball

Qin Shaoyan hesitated for two seconds and smiled slightly, "No problem, since the three bosses want to see it, then let's take a look."

"Xiao Chen, take the three bosses to the conference room and show them our AI image recognition system."

After saying that, Qin Shaoyan walked away lightly, leaving the three coal bosses standing there awkwardly.

Secretary Xiao Chen maintained a professional smile and said, "Please come in, three bosses."

When I pushed open the door of the conference room, it was in a mess, as if an affair had just ended and they hadn't had time to make the bed.

With unfinished bottles of mineral water, scattered fruits and vegetables on the ground, and half-eaten delicious desserts, it seemed that this meeting was a very rich one.

At this time, the conference room was empty, with only Xing Wenqiang and two new programmers left, who were packing up their computers.

Xiao Chen smiled sweetly and said in a breathy voice, "Director Xing, President Qin asked you to demonstrate our AI system to these three bosses. Sorry for the trouble."

"Uh." Xing Wenqiang was stunned for a moment, then smiled at Xiao Chen, "No trouble, no trouble, Xiao Liu, turn on the phone."

Xiao Liu, who was putting away the computer cable, suddenly looked depressed. He reluctantly put the computer case back, plugged in the power cord, connected the monitor, and plugged in the keyboard and mouse.

After a few minutes of busy work, the "image recognition system" interface reappeared on the projector.

Then Xing Wenqiang began to introduce to the three coal bosses, "This is our latest AI intelligent image recognition system, a technology that uses computers to analyze, process and understand images to identify targets and objects in various different patterns."

“It involves multiple disciplines, including computer vision, machine learning, and image processing.”

Xing Wenqiang is a typical technology geek. When he was explaining, he still retained the habit of communicating with his peers and used a lot of terms.

The three coal bosses sitting next to them looked at each other in confusion.

Do you understand?
No, what are these? What about you?

I didn’t understand it either, but I just felt it was amazing.

Song Daorong, who was carried over together, hesitated for a moment, then interrupted Xing Wenqiang's explanation, "Excuse me, Director Xing, I have something I want to consult."

Although they are coal bosses, they still respect people with skills, so they ask questions quite sincerely.

"What does this image recognition have to do with artificial intelligence?"

"Image recognition is a key technology in the field of artificial intelligence." Xing Wenqiang thought for a moment and explained, "Image recognition mainly relies on computer vision technology, which extracts useful information by analyzing the image's pixel value, color, edge, texture and other features."

“These features are then compared using a classifier or deep learning model to determine what object or scene the image represents.”

“In order to improve the recognition accuracy, it is usually necessary to use a large amount of labeled data to train the model.”

“Each image has unique characteristics, and humans tend to pick up on these characteristics quickly when recognizing images.”

"For example, when we see a letter, we quickly notice key information such as its shape, capitalization, and stroke characteristics. In image recognition, computers also need to go through a similar training process before they can learn how to accurately identify various objects."

Song Daorong thought about it, then gave up thinking, "Then what is the use of your image recognition?"

Xing Wenqiang got excited at this time. "The image recognition system uses computers to identify targets and objects of various different patterns, such as face recognition, fingerprint recognition, object recognition, and scene recognition."

"Can you give us an example?" Liu Yuanrui asked without hesitation, "Can you be more specific and give us an example?"

Xing Wenqiang thought for a moment and said, "I think everyone has seen face recognition and fingerprint recognition in movies. They are mainly used in the field of security protection, such as safes, bank vaults, etc."

"As this technology becomes more popular in the future, it will have more application scenarios. For example, in the police field, criminals can be identified based on cameras and fingerprints left at the crime scene can be automatically compared."

"In the field of traffic, we can identify the color, model, and license plate number of the car, so we don't have to stand on the street to catch traffic violations, we can just use cameras."

Xing Wenqiang became more and more excited as he spoke, but the faces of the three coal bosses beside him seemed a little strange.

So Director Xing's remaining emotional intelligence came online, and he remembered what President Qin had told him before, so he coughed.

"Of course, these are just basic applications. The main purpose of image recognition technology is to help artificial intelligence recognize and judge images."

“Artificial intelligence needs to see the image first, then identify and analyze it, and then make a decision, just like humans.”

"For example, in the field of smart homes, a personal AI butler can make judgments and identify users as soon as they enter the range of his camera."

"Then the smart butler will operate according to the user's needs, such as opening the main door and garage door in advance, filling the bathtub with water in advance, and playing music..."

These were the manuscripts given to him by President Qin, which he had memorized in advance, so it was inevitable that they sounded a bit stiff when he spoke them.

Fortunately, the three coal bosses understood, and Liu Yuanrui suddenly realized, "Does Bill Gates have this thing at home?"

Xing Wenqiang was stunned for a moment. What does this have to do with Bill Gates? However, remembering Mr. Qin's instructions, he still said patiently: "I don't know if Bill Gates's system is like this, but the technical principle should be similar."

As Xing Wenqiang spoke, he demonstrated basic image recognition to several people.

Then I found a photo on the campus website and uploaded it to the intelligent recognition system. Then it was time to witness the miracle.

Under the shocked gazes of the three coal bosses, the intelligent recognition system accurately identified all the objects in the photo, almost to the millimeter.

The intelligent recognition system can not only distinguish between flowers, birds, fish, insects, stones, houses, and portraits, but also recognize seven colors and numbers.

Stunned, Song Daorong tried it himself and verified it with the system. Finally, he sighed, "Has technology developed to this point now?"

"Thank you Director Xing for your explanation." Liu Yuanrui stood up and left the meeting room.

There is no need to listen to the rest since they won’t understand it anyway. They just need to know that this thing is awesome.

So the next thing is how to convince Mr. Qin and let them get in the car before the door is closed.

……

But Mr. Qin didn't seem to want to take them to play together.

When Liu Yuanrui proposed to invest in the field of artificial intelligence, Qin Shaoyan said with a smile: "Artificial intelligence technology is very good and powerful. It is a major development trend in the future. It is good to plan ahead."

"The three bosses have the funds and the ability to set up a research team on their own."

Liu Yuanrui was stunned when he heard this. Does this mean that President Qin wants to break away from them and work on his own?
We have money, but we don’t have people or skills.

Besides, what’s the point for a bunch of coal bosses like us to study artificial intelligence? We just have to sell it to someone.

No, I have to hold on to Mr. Qin no matter what.

"Boss Qin, we are just a bunch of local bosses. How can we understand anything about the high-tech Internet?" Liu Yuanrui smiled cautiously. "The speed of a train depends entirely on the locomotive."

"Even if we are going high-tech, we still need professionals like Mr. Qin to take the helm."

Qin Shaoyan waved his hand, "Forget it. I have a lot of things to do. I need to focus on attracting investment." "You can talk to the person in charge of the specific business, Director Xing or Mr. Zhang."

Qin Shaoyan sent the three people out with just a few words.

Liu Yuanrui was getting a little anxious at this time, but the situation was stronger than him, so he could only be patient and go find Xing Wenqiang again.

Xing Wenqiang thought the three were here to ask about technical issues again, so he quickly told Xiao Liu, "Open the system again."

Xiao Liu, who had already put away the computer, looked pale and had to plug it in again and turn it on.

Liu Yuanrui smiled and said, "Don't worry, don't worry. I have something to ask Director Xing. How did you raise funds for your artificial intelligence language research department?"

"Ah?!" Xing Wenqiang was bewildered.

I don’t care how to raise funds. I’m just a researcher.

However, he was not in a position to swear at Mr. Qin, so he could only patiently say, "I am only responsible for the technology. You can contact Mr. Qin for financing matters."

"..."

Facing the ball that was kicked back, Liu Yuanrui could only smile and say, "Director Xing, can you please leave me your business card?"

Xing Wenqiang was stunned for a moment, subconsciously touched his pocket, and then said: "I'm sorry, the company hasn't sent it to me yet. If you have any questions, please go directly to Mr. Qin."

The three people had no choice but to find Zhang Pingyi again and ask about the investment.

Zhang Pingyi was very surprised, and then patiently explained to the three coal bosses, "We welcome you to invest, but investment is risky, so you should be cautious."

"And how the company raises funds and who it cooperates with needs to be decided by President Qin."

"I'm just a vice president in charge of technology. I have no say in the company's financing business."

Liu Yuanrui's expression was very interesting. The skillful passing tactics and familiar words reminded him of the time when he dealt with the administrative department.

"Then Mr. Zhang, could you please communicate with Mr. Qin?" Liu Yuanrui said humbly, "We are very sincere."

"Even if I can make the decision, now is not the time to discuss it." Zhang Pingyi said helplessly, "The artificial intelligence research department wants to set up a separate company. The company has not yet been registered, and how the equity will be divided has not been decided yet."

“Even if you invest money, you won’t be able to get it in.”

The three coal bosses who had been taken for a walk were a little confused and stood at the door of the campus network company with bewildered faces.

Song Daorong complained, "I said I couldn't come, but you forced me to come, and I ended up being made a fool of myself."

"Shut up!" Jiang Mingsheng said angrily, "If you don't want to make money, leave now."

"If you make me pay, you have to give me an explanation." Song Daorong was very indignant, but he did not move at all.

Jiang Mingsheng didn't bother to pay attention to him. He turned to look at Liu Yuanrui and said, "Boss Liu, this Qin guy doesn't keep his word. He clearly said he would take us to play together, but now he is about to weld the car door shut again."

"Don't panic." Liu Yuanrui took a deep breath, "There is still room for maneuver."

“As the saying goes, a bird in the hand is worth a hundred in the bush.”

"Transfer the money to the film and television company right away. Let's finalize this matter first, so that Mr. Qin won't control us anymore."

Song Daorong hurriedly asked, "The film and television company is a small matter, but what about this artificial intelligence?"

"Let me be frank. I agreed to help you fill the gap for this project. If AI doesn't let me invest, then what do I need shares in the film and television company for?"

"Don't give it to me!" Liu Yuanrui glared at him. "It's not like the film and television company doesn't make money. Why are you talking so much? If you don't want to work, just get out."

"If you don't do it, someone else will."

This is true. Although there are not many coal bosses, Liu Yuanrui can still attract a few of them.

"In addition to transferring money, there is another thing we need to do." Liu Yuanrui looked at the two of them, "Does anyone of you know a reporter?"

Jiang Mingsheng was a little surprised, "Why are you looking for a reporter?"

"First find a few reporters and promote this artificial intelligence," said Liu Yuanrui.

……

The next day, Xia Lian officially took office as the artistic director of Qvod Media Art Co., Ltd.

Xia Lian sat on the chair with a nervous mood, looking at the boss opposite her, waiting for him to lecture her.

"The company's funds will be in place soon." Qin Shaoyan put down the contract in his hand, "A total of 150 million yuan, is this enough?"

"Ah?" Xia Lian was stunned for a moment, then nodded frantically, "Enough, enough."

The biggest project she had worked on before was a low-budget movie of 5 million US dollars. This time, as the director of the company, she had 150 million RMB in capital right after the opening.

I have never fought such a prosperous war in my entire life.

Of course, not all of this money is used for one project, but the budget can be much more generous when operating film and television projects.

"Tell me what your next plan is." Qin Shaoyan asked casually.

Xia Lian thought for a moment and said, "I will first look for a few projects to cooperate with other film and television companies. We will invest in some projects and then slowly build up our own team."

"In the early stage, we will focus on TV series and not consider the film market for the time being."

"I will look for a few capable agents. They all have some actors on their payroll. Let's sign them first."

Qin Shaoyan nodded, "There's no rush for actors and singers, let's start with the project first."

"Please do me a favor first. Go find a director named Shang Jing."

"Director Shang?" Xia Lian asked in confusion, "He's in a sitcom production, why are you looking for him?"

"I heard that he plans to shoot a costumed martial arts sitcom." Qin Shaoyan said seriously, "You take over this project."

Although Xia Lian felt that it was a bit strange for President Qin to directly interfere in the company's business, she had no objection to the decision.

After all, sitcoms have low costs and require small investments.

Now that the boss has spoken, let’s give it a try.

"Also, the company is planning to produce a spy drama next year, so you should prepare for it in advance." Qin Shaoyan continued, "Let's call the project "Live" for now."

(End of this chapter)