215: Chapter 216 Without our chips, the Singularity is nothing!

At the main forum in the Geneva Crystal Center, the air seemed frozen by Mark Anderson's provocation.

On the big screen, the so-called 'Technical Comparison Report' was still scrolling, with an 85% similarity rate highlighted in bold red, as glaring as the arrogance on Mark's face.

Offstage, Western tech giants nodded in agreement, and the three 'industry experts' arranged by Tianming Group seized the opportunity to take turns promoting the 'Singularity Plagiarism Theory.'

'From the chip architecture to the circuit design, Singularity's Photon Chip bears the shadow of Aivda!' A white-haired expert pushed up his glasses, his tone certain. 'Our laboratory has conducted disassembly analysis, and the logical links of its core algorithms are completely consistent with the patent released by Aivda in 2027. This is by no means a coincidence!'

Another expert immediately added, 'More importantly, Singularity does not have the ability to independently mass-produce high-end Photon Chips! Rhine Photonics is just a niche enterprise. Without the support of ASML's lithography machines, their so-called 'mass production' is nothing but self-deception. Without Western core manufacturing equipment, Singularity's chip production line is just a pile of scrap metal!'

Reporters offstage recorded frantically, flashes going off one after another.

A reporter from the American 'Technology Weekly' asked loudly, 'Mr. Mark, will you launch a new patent lawsuit against Singularity Technology? Will Aivda unite with Western enterprises to completely block technical support to Singularity?'

Mark Anderson raised the corner of his mouth, about to speak, when he saw Zhang Fan stand up and walk steadily toward the podium under the gaze of the whole audience.

He did not rush to refute, but stood still beside Mark, his gaze sweeping calmly over the crowd offstage. His voice transmitted through the speakers across the venue, clear and penetrating: 'Before responding to the accusations, I would like to ask Mr. Mark three questions.'

The venue went quiet instantly, all eyes focused on the two. Mark was stunned for a moment, then arrogantly raised his hand: 'Please speak. I want to see what kind of sophistry you can come up with.'

'First,' Zhang Fan's gaze fell on the 'Technical Comparison Chart' on the big screen, 'Why did Mr. Mark only select the three most basic technical nodes for the '85% similarity rate' he mentioned, while deliberately avoiding the core 3D photonic waveguide structure? You should know that it is this structure that increases our chip's computing power by 30% and reduces energy consumption by 40%, while Aivda's chips do not possess this technology at all.'

Mark's complexion changed slightly, but he feigned calmness: 'The core structure is just a superficial modification; the essence is still based on our patent framework!'

'Second,' Zhang Fan ignored his defense and continued, 'Aivda's 2027 patent clearly stated 'for laboratory use only' and has yet to achieve mass production. May I ask Mr. Mark, why would we 'plagiarize' a technology that even you yourselves cannot mass-produce?'

A low murmur of discussion arose offstage, and many neutral experts showed expressions of doubt.

Cold sweat seeped from Mark's forehead, and his voice became somewhat hurried: 'We just haven't mass-produced it due to market strategy; it doesn't mean the technology isn't mature!'

'Third,' Zhang Fan's tone suddenly intensified, 'Mr. Mark said we lack independent mass production capability. Then may I ask, what is the yield rate of your company's latest Photon Chip? Do you dare to announce the complete production process and energy consumption data on-site?'

This question hit the nail on the head, and Mark was instantly speechless—Aivda's Photon Chip yield rate had been stuck at around 65%, and the energy consumption problem had not been completely solved. This was their core weakness, which they dared not make public.

He stared at Zhang Fan with a livid face: 'This has nothing to do with today's topic! Stop changing the subject and hurry up and respond to the accusation of plagiarism!'

'The accusation is unfounded, so naturally there is no need to respond.' Zhang Fan lightly raised his hand, signaling Zhou Yurou to start the demonstration equipment. 'However, since Mr. Mark is so concerned about our technology and mass production capabilities, I will satisfy everyone's curiosity today. Next, please watch a video.'

The big screen switched instantly, no longer showing boring comparison charts, but real-time footage of the Rhine Photonics factory—three modern production lines running at full speed, robotic arms precisely completing chip packaging, and the screens of the testing equipment continuously flashing green text: 'Yield 92%.'

In the video, Dr. Heinz personally operated, placing a third-generation Singularity Photon Chip into the testing equipment, with data scrolling in real-time:

'Computing Power: 1200 TOPS (at equivalent power consumption)'

'Energy Consumption: 0.05 W/TOPS'

'Yield: 92%'

'Mass Production Cost: $80/unit (Aivda's chip of the same level costs about $160)'

The venue fell into dead silence instantly. The Western giants who were just agreeing with Mark had their expressions change drastically, and several experts lowered their heads in embarrassment.

Mark Anderson stared fixedly at the yield data on the screen, muttering to himself: 'Impossible... This is absolutely impossible! Without ASML's EUV lithography machine, how is it possible to achieve a 92% yield?'

'Because we have self-developed 'Deep Ultraviolet Lithography Optimization Technology'.' Zhou Yurou's voice came through the speakers. She led the technical team to push the demonstration equipment onto the stage. 'We don't need to rely on ASML's EUV lithography machines to achieve high-precision chip manufacturing. Now, we are willing to disassemble the chip on-site and let the experts verify it personally.'

As she spoke, the technicians picked up a Singularity Photon Chip on the spot, disassembled it with professional tools, and projected the core structure onto the big screen.

The clearly visible 3D photonic waveguide structure formed a sharp contrast with the planar structure of the Aivda chip. Anyone who knew the industry could see that these were two completely different technologies.

Neutral experts offstage stood up one after another, stretching their necks to observe carefully. Many took out their phones to take pictures, their faces showing expressions of shock.

A professor from MIT whispered to the person next to him: 'This is truly original technology! The design of the 3D waveguide structure is too exquisite; Aivda's technology is simply not on the same level.'

Mark Anderson panicked completely. He walked quickly to the demonstration table, trying to stop it: 'This is all fake! These are props you prepared in advance!'

'Whether it's fake or not, Mr. Mark will know once he tests it.' Zhang Fan handed over a chip, his tone calm. 'This is a chip that just came off the production line. You can test it on-site, or take it back to Aivda's laboratory for disassembly and analysis. In addition, we have submitted the complete technical white paper to the International Patent Organization, and all parameters can be verified.'

Mark's hand froze in mid-air, not daring to take it—he knew in his heart that once verified, the lie of plagiarism would be completely exposed.

Seeing this, the media reporters offstage immediately turned their guns, pursuing Mark with questions: 'Mr. Mark, why don't you dare to accept the test? What exactly is the yield rate of Aivda's chips?' 'Was the previous accusation a deliberate smear?'

Just then, Gu Jingshen walked into the venue with two security personnel, holding a document, and walked straight to the host: 'This is evidence we just intercepted, proving that Aivda colluded with Tianming Group to deliberately fabricate plagiarism accusations in an attempt to suppress Singularity Technology.'

The document was projected onto the big screen, containing call records between Mark and the 'Bishop' of Tianming Group, funds transfer vouchers, and internal emails forging the 'Technical Comparison Report.'

One of the emails clearly stated: 'Must pin the label of plagiarism on Singularity at the summit to prevent their technology promotion.'

The truth was revealed! The venue was in an uproar.

Western media reporters asked questions frantically. Mark Anderson was surrounded in the middle, his face pale, unable to say a word, his original arrogance gone.

Zhang Fan stood on the podium, his gaze sweeping over the audience, his voice steady and powerful: 'The value of technology lies in innovation and benefiting humanity, not in being used to monopolize and suppress competitors. The conspiracy of Aivda and Tianming Group has been exposed. Next, we will pursue their responsibility through legal channels.'

He raised his hand to signal, and the words 'eastern technology standard' appeared on the big screen.

Zhang Fan's tone carried unprecedented firmness: 'Now, I announce that Singularity Technology will open the core patents of the third-generation Photon Chip to the world—non-hostile countries and enterprises can all be authorized to use it for free. We will unite with like-minded partners around the world to establish a brand new, open technology standard and supply chain system, breaking the Western technology monopoly.'

As his voice fell, thunderous applause erupted in the venue.

Representatives of neutral countries stood up one after another, casting approving glances at Zhang Fan; many tech company executives expressed on the spot that they were willing to join the 'eastern technology standard' system and cooperate with Singularity.

Mark Anderson left the venue in embarrassment under the escort of security personnel, followed by countless questioning and mocking gazes.

Tianming Group's conspiracy completely went bankrupt, and the 'Hongmen Banquet' carefully prepared by Western giants eventually turned into a 'coronation ceremony' for Singularity Technology.

Zhang Fan looked at the boiling crowd offstage, knowing in his heart that this was just a beginning.

Breaking the Western technology monopoly and establishing the eastern technology standard still had a long way to go.

But he had confidence, had core technology, had a united team, and even more partners around the world who craved a fair technological environment. This was a path they would definitely be able to walk.

The summit's lights focused on him, as if illuminating the path for the rise of Eastern technology.

A war over technological dominance had come to a temporary end with the comprehensive victory of Singularity Technology, but greater challenges were still waiting for them ahead.