Volume 4 Crazy Growth 2017 Chapter 869
As the saying goes, distance creates beauty. Once the distance is far enough, even the Three-Body Galaxy several light years away, it can make people have unrealistic fantasies and place their hopes on a completely unknown species.
Even... this leads to an unimaginable fanaticism. It must be said that this is also a manifestation of the complexity of human nature.
This is the case in such an illusory universe, let alone in one's own little piece of land. Just separated by the Pacific Ocean, one can still place unrealistic fantasies on the other side of the ocean.
Moreover, this fantasy has never been one-sided, but two-way. Although the East and the West are separated by the sea, they have experienced countless cultural exchanges from ancient times to the present, and there has never been a shortage of people who yearn for it.
The Eastern culture with a long history has always firmly occupied its place even in the world culture. Even though it has experienced ups and downs, this fact has never changed.
Therefore, when Zhou Dongsheng, second only to Zuckerberg, made a name for himself on the list of the world's young self-made billionaires, he made a name for himself worldwide...
This mysterious Chinese man from the East naturally became a rising star that everyone was paying attention to, and many overseas netizens with strong searching capabilities continued to dig deeper for information.
As many clues are pieced together, the image of Zhou Dongsheng, the mysterious Chinese tycoon, has gradually become fuller, and with the blessing of his legendary experience, his image has become more and more fascinating.
At the same time, as Zhou Dongsheng's legendary deeds continue to ferment and spread on overseas Internet platforms, more and more people are aware of them.
"Ward, it turns out that the game PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds was created by this amazing oriental guy? I'm so surprised!"
"Wow, when I was 21 and still excited about finally being able to buy alcohol legally, this amazing Chinese guy had already created a fortune of over 10 billion US dollars. This is really crazy!"
"Is this the mysterious power of the East? I really can't imagine how someone so young could create such a miracle."
"What? Even musical.ly... Oh~ it should be called tiktok now. I like this new name. It turns out that even this globally popular short video platform was invested by him. Now I believe he really did this..."
"Yes, that's right. This is Zhou Dongsheng. At the age of 21, he created the world-famous game PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds. He also invested in the short video trend that is now sweeping Europe and the United States. He created a business empire from the East, just like his name..."
"He is the sun rising slowly from the east..."
Information like this quickly spread on overseas Internet platforms. With the dual blessing of the beauty created by distance and the mysterious Chinese veil, Zhou Dongsheng quickly became famous overseas and accumulated considerable popularity.
Perhaps even Zhou Dongsheng himself did not expect this, but he had invisibly achieved a powerful wave of cultural output, making his name widely known around the world.
In today's era of economic globalization, international influence is definitely an important stepping stone for individuals to climb to higher heights in life.
It may not have a significant effect in the short term, but perhaps at some critical moment, it may be able to play a miraculous role of providing timely assistance.
When Zhou Dongsheng's name became famous all over the world, it naturally attracted the attention of some interested people. Unlike the overseas netizens who were eager to learn, they were just very interested in Zhou Dongsheng's legendary story...
What they were more interested in was obviously the reason why Zhou Dongsheng was able to accumulate massive wealth so quickly, and... whether there was a chance to get a piece of the pie.
The truth that everyone in the world is driven by profit is true everywhere.
Unlike ordinary overseas netizens who can only get to know each other through conventional means such as the Internet, for them, if they want to get to know someone, there are often simpler and more efficient unconventional channels.
As we all know, the essence of business is information asymmetry. Information asymmetry can often create astonishing profits, and the value of information is often linked to it.
It's just that everyone has their own aspirations, and not everyone is keen on this. There are always some people who have information gaps, but for various reasons, they don't want to show up, or they don't want to be involved in gossip...
But at the same time, we don’t want to waste the value of this information. After all, the so-called information gap is like the seafood that has just arrived at the shore. Its timeliness largely determines its value.
If you want to maximize its benefits, you naturally have to deliver it to consumers as quickly as possible.
However, every profession has its own expertise, and a fisherman may be an expert at fishing and can easily return with a full load.
However, once the boat docks, how to deal with the catch in time undoubtedly touches their blind spots in knowledge. It is obviously impossible for the fishermen to dispose of the catch in time relying on their own efforts.
As time goes by, the value of the catch will plummet. Once it is in your hands, it will not be as simple as just drawing water with a combination basket. I am afraid that you will have to lose the bamboo basket as well.
However, the fishermen who have worked so hard to sell their catch at a low price are unwilling to accept it...
As the saying goes, where there is demand, there is a market, and this demand naturally gives rise to the existence of information brokers.
In this age where information is wealth, they are able to maximize the profits of their "catch" through their own channels. The seafood may not be sold at a high price in the seafood market, but when the fresh seafood is placed in the hotel, its value will naturally rise.
In this process, brokers not only maximize the value of the "catch" and gain benefits for the fishermen, but can also create wealth for themselves. This model that benefits all three parties will naturally continue to operate for a long time.
Such information brokers are widely present in all walks of life, among which the real estate industry is the most common. People often affectionately call them "real estate agents."
This is just a relatively popular term. A more accurate term should be "real estate information consulting."
Compared to the intermediaries that can be found everywhere, information consulting is undoubtedly a relatively unfamiliar term for most people. However, when they occasionally see a company with this sign, they are still confused and have no idea what it means.
However, the role they play in the market is like the virtuous wife behind every successful man. Although little known, it plays a crucial role.
During the period when Zhou Dongsheng became famous, the market demand for information related to him increased rapidly, and information consulting companies that acted as information brokers naturally also showed their unique skills.
Do whatever you can to collect relevant information, and then strike while the iron is hot and sell it for a good price.
This undercurrent may be difficult for ordinary people to detect, but it cannot escape the attention of some people who are interested.
Especially for those who have had contact with Zhou Dongsheng, once they hear someone asking for information related to him, they will naturally pay more attention to it.
As for Duan Yongping, who chose to retire on the other side of the ocean, he naturally noticed the developments, and after understanding the situation clearly, he immediately made a cross-ocean call to Zhou Dongsheng.
"Hello, Mr. Duan. It's night time there now, right? Why did you think of me so late at night?" Zhou Dongsheng smiled and teased as he answered the phone.
Zhou Dongsheng subconsciously thought that Mr. Duan was probably here because of the ever-growing market value of Bitcoin. After all, in less than a year, the market has already experienced a round of bull and bear market changes, and now it has even achieved a second success...
This kind of movement is obviously rare even in the more thrilling U.S. stock market.
Unexpectedly, Mr. Duan did not mention anything about Bitcoin. Instead, he laughed and scolded: "I said before that you are not like a young man, too mature, always trying to hide your shortcomings, and you should show your edge appropriately..."
"I didn't expect that you would make a big splash if you didn't make a sound. This time you made such a big splash that even I heard about it..."
"Even in Silicon Valley and Wall Street, many people are asking who this suddenly appeared Zhou Dongsheng is..."
Listening to the rapid-fire words coming from the other end of the phone without even a breath, Zhou Dongsheng couldn't help but sigh, he is indeed still strong and skilled.
Zhou Dongsheng finally came to his senses after hearing the last part and couldn't help but exclaimed: "Is it really that exaggerated? Has it reached the point where it has alarmed Silicon Valley and Wall Street?"
Zhou Dongsheng touched his head, seemingly not feeling that he had reached such a state. A mere 10 billion US dollars in wealth was not much for Silicon Valley, where technology tycoons gathered, and Wall Street, where capital tycoons were rampant...
Shouldn't it be a small amount of money that is not worth mentioning?
"It seems that you haven't realized how exaggerated it is to have achieved such an achievement at your age. You know, even Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, who are regarded as role models by Western society..."
"At your age, careers are just starting. Whether it's Microsoft or Apple, they were probably founded by people your age."
"You are so lucky. You are only in your early twenties but you are already famous all over the world. You have also laid a very solid foundation for your career. It is hard not to be moved by such a horizontal comparison."
Mr. Duan said meaningfully, "Before these two young people changed the world, most people would not have thought that these two companies would start from garages and step by step become the world's most valuable technology companies..."
"If it could happen again, obviously no one would choose to miss such an opportunity. Unfortunately, all this is now in the past."
"But now, there is an equally talented young man who has suddenly appeared in front of them in an even more incredible way. If it were you, what would you do?"
Zhou Dongsheng said without hesitation: "Of course I will use all means to make friends with him. Even if I can't use him, I will try my best to stand beside him and benefit from him..."
As he spoke, Zhou Dongsheng couldn't help but touch his head. Isn't this what he is talking about?
"That's right. Don't you want to do private equity? With your current fame, if you spread the word, I'm afraid there will be a lot of institutions willing to hand over funds to you and let you manage it..."
Mr. Duan couldn't help but feel deeply moved. After all, to some extent, he was also one of the witnesses of Zhou Dongsheng's sudden rise.
At the same time, he really got some credit. Facts proved that he was right. Just like the young people he had always been optimistic about, Zhou Dongsheng also created his own legend...
"Well, I just had a sudden impulse and wanted to cheat you, but I didn't expect you to be so generous and take out 1 billion US dollars at once. I was in a dilemma and had no choice but to bite the bullet and continue..."
"Fortunately, I have fulfilled my mission and have not suffered any loss, otherwise my reputation in this life would be ruined."
Zhou Dongsheng looked like he had gotten an advantage and was joking around cheerfully, revealing a bit of childishness in front of his elders.
After all, judging from age alone, whether in the past or present life, Mr. Duan is more than qualified to be his elder.
Although the two are not related, it is undoubtedly rare and precious that they can have such a close friendship today.
Zhou Dongsheng also enjoyed it very much.
"You are good at talking. Nowadays, people are no longer afraid of being famous, and pigs are afraid of being fat. For you, being in the limelight now is definitely a good thing that has more benefits than disadvantages. Not only can it create momentum for yourself, but fame itself is also a talisman. Sometimes, it can even be used as an admission ticket..."
Mr. Duan said earnestly.
Zhou Dongsheng couldn't help but be moved when he heard this. What Mr. Duan said coincided with his thoughts.
"Hehe, kid, you understand. In fact, I not only think so, but I have been doing this all along. Now I have accumulated a little foundation..."
"But so far, this achievement is limited to the small piece of land in China. With the help of the false reputation of the wealth list, it has just gained a little fame internationally."
"Compared to you, Mr. Duan, who is well-known as the Eastern Buffett, I am far behind you. So I think it won't be too late to consider it after I have achieved some solid results..."
Zhou Dongsheng said this with a hint of meaning, and for a shrewd person like Mr. Duan, he naturally understood the hidden meaning behind his words.
“You mean… to use Bitcoin as your stage to become famous? If you can snatch the prey from a group of experienced hunters, it will indeed be a great opportunity to become famous overseas!”
Mr. Duan couldn't help but smile and expressed his appreciation for Zhou Dongsheng's courage.
After all, as the investor who provided Zhou Dongsheng with 1 billion US dollars as ammunition, it is impossible for Mr. Duan to completely ignore it. He will still pay some attention to the virtual currency market.
Therefore, it is well known that Bitcoin will regain its momentum and reach new heights again.
It is also very clear that virtual currency has now become a piece of fat meat surrounded by many jackals and tigers. I don’t know how many institutions are eyeing it and want to get a piece of it.
There are opportunities in crisis, and this is a good chance to make a name for yourself.
