Fortunately, the technology itself was genuine.
Chen Fei had one of the CEOs he had invested in test the process, and the IC chips detached with the heat gun worked without any problems.
Slightly relieved, Chen Fei said,
“So it’s real?”
“Yes, Chairman.”
“But what happened? Why did Park Jong-bum disappear...
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Universities in the United States typically begin their academic year in September.
Until then, I had some free time, so I was able to focus on helping my grandfather establish a scholarship foundation.
Setting up the foundation wasn't difficult.
In less than a month, the establishment of the scholarship foundation was compl...
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The year 1992 had dawned.
During this time, I had been living in the U.S., focusing on my studies, while the management of SAVE Investment was entirely entrusted to Vice President Jeffrey and Team Leader Han.
The company had reached a stable phase.
Even with just a few hints from me, SAVE had grown into an investment firm re...
2025-03-12 03:36:00 +0000 UTC
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Would Taewoo Group have survived if the financial crisis had been prevented?
My answer is no.
The crisis may have been the catalyst, but Taewoo Group’s reckless management and excessive debt were a ticking time bomb.
Even without the crisis, Taewoo Group would have collapsed eventually.
That’s why I coul...
2025-03-12 03:30:01 +0000 UTC
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That afternoon.
It was just past 6 PM, but since it was winter, the sun had already set, and darkness had crept in.
Under the Dongjak Bridge, where traffic was congested with vehicles heading home, a BMW sedan approached with its headlights cutting through the dim light, slowly coming to a stop by the roadside.
A moment late...
2025-03-11 04:00:05 +0000 UTC
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Two Days Later.
Manager Choi Bok-rak arrived at the office as usual and was working at his desk.
However, no one approached him.
Unless it was absolutely necessary for work, there was a palpable reluctance even to start a conversation with him.
His colleagues in the same office stole glances at him, s...
2025-03-11 03:55:01 +0000 UTC
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Late at night, at the Mapo Han River riverside park.
A lone figure stood motionless by the deserted roadside, illuminated only by the occasional streetlight.
The faint glow of a cigarette briefly revealed his sharp features—a man in his early thirties.
His name was Yoo Jun-ho, a senior reporter for the business section of ...
2025-03-11 03:50:01 +0000 UTC
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“Things are going smoothly.”
Chen Fei swirled his drink and said,
“The factory will be completed in three days, and we can start mass-producing restored IC chips.”
His secretary said with a worried expression,
“But aren’t we overextending ourselves? We’ve borrowed over 400 million yuan from the company. The ...
2025-03-11 03:45:01 +0000 UTC
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"I have an idea for an internet business. Would you like to see it?"
"I don’t see why not."
"It’s all in my head right now, so I don’t have any organized documents. But I’ll jot it down for you."
I grabbed a napkin from the desk.
On it, I drew a circle and wrote four key terms inside: customers, sellers, produ...
2025-03-11 03:40:00 +0000 UTC
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"Young master, oil prices have started to fall."
"This is just the beginning. The moment U.S. ground forces set foot in Iraq, oil prices will drop even faster."
Who could deny the strength of the United States?
It was only because of the lingering effects of the Vietnam War that even Americans themselves viewed their militar...
2025-03-11 03:35:00 +0000 UTC
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"As soon as your transfer is complete, your bonuses will be deposited into your U.S. accounts. With a total of 1.4 trillion won, that comes out to 140 billion won. Since there are four of you, each of you will receive 35 billion won.”
"T-That’s… too much."
"This will be the last time bonuses are distributed this way. From now...
2025-03-11 03:30:03 +0000 UTC
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While I was briefly focused on other matters, various things were progressing smoothly.
AD1 and AD2 were still seeing a continuous stream of reservations, and CarOS was operating its factories at full capacity, striving to meet the production demands.
Faceit completed the acquisition of Dancing Rabbit, becoming a massive company en...
2025-03-10 09:19:45 +0000 UTC
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Whenever I read oil-related news in my past life, there was always one phrase that stood out:
"Oil prices surge to their highest levels since the Gulf War!"
For the next 30 years, there wouldn't be another oil price spike like the Gulf War.
Right now was the best time to profit from oil. Just betting on crude o...
2025-03-10 03:55:01 +0000 UTC
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“Ugh… where am I?”
Li Yang groaned, clutching his head as he sat up.
White walls, white sheets.
He was alone in a bed in an all-white room.
He remembered what had happened.
“A hospital?”
He had pushed the CEO out of the way and taken the knife.
He looked at his trembling hands.
...
2025-03-10 03:51:27 +0000 UTC
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Leverage Investment
The moment you dabble in it carelessly, you’re on a direct path to financial ruin.
Leverage investing involves borrowing other people’s money to invest, so naturally, if you incur losses, you’ll find yourself drowning in debt.
"Sir, aside from the risks, there are also significant r...
2025-03-10 03:50:01 +0000 UTC
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March 27, 1990
Japan’s total loan cap system was implemented.
The policy aimed to curb real estate price surges by tightening loan regulations.
It was well-intentioned, but in reality, it became the signal flare announcing the end of the bubble economy.
The long-dreaded explosion had finally go...
2025-03-10 03:45:00 +0000 UTC
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Chairman Park Tae-hong couldn't hide his momentary shock at the unexpected statement.
After quickly composing himself, he asked again as if to confirm.
"Did you just say you want to buy Daeheung Venture Capital?"
Looking straight into Chairman Park's eyes, Seok-won replied calmly.
"Yes."
"Huh."
Letting o...
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Manhattan, New York.
Dressed in a cashmere coat and carrying a leather briefcase in one hand, Landon stepped into the office. As he walked past the desk near the entrance, he flashed a playful wink at his secretary.
"Good morning, Cassie."
The red-haired Cassie greeted him with a bright smile.
"G...
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I emptied out the bankbooks that had been inside the paper bag.
With the bankbook my grandfather gave me as an allowance and the one my parents left for me, the total amounted to approximately 22 billion won.
In my previous life, I hadn’t even known that my parents had left me money.
Since I had never been in need, I had n...
2025-03-09 06:32:08 +0000 UTC
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[Tokyo, Chiyoda Ward, Ministry of Finance.]
When Sato Kazuya, the Minister of Finance, entered the ministry's lobby in a dark suit accompanied by his aides, the waiting reporters swarmed towards him.
They thrust their microphones forward, bombarding him with questions.
"It has been revealed that Nippon Life ...
2025-03-09 05:28:27 +0000 UTC
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[Major Listed Companies Including Nissan Suffer Massive Derivative Losses]
Nissan Motor Company recently disclosed losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars from derivative transactions, setting off a chain reaction as other export companies like Sony and Mitsubishi also revealed substantial foreign exchange...
2025-03-09 05:08:01 +0000 UTC
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Daehung Securities Headquarters, Yeouido.
A light autumn rain had been soaking the streets since morning.
Standing by the window, Seok-won gazed outside while speaking on the phone with Landon in New York.
"Did you say multiple companies have requested option liquidations at the same time?"
[That's ri...
2025-03-09 04:55:01 +0000 UTC
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“Ji-hoon, I doubt you’d be satisfied with just one Gucci. What’s next? Louis Vuitton on your back?”
How does he even guess the brand so accurately?
Of course, I couldn’t exactly say, “Yes, you’re absolutely right.” So, I subtly changed the subject.
“But, Grandpa.”
“…?”
“It’s b...
2025-03-09 04:50:01 +0000 UTC
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As expected, the team dinner was, of course, pizza.
By now, I’ve just accepted it without needing to say anything.
“To be honest, it’s pretty delicious, anyway.”
Since today’s dinner was a victory celebration, we rented out the entire restaurant.
When someone suggested pitching in, Devon stubbornly refus...
2025-03-09 04:45:02 +0000 UTC
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Right After the Match
Devon participated in an interview in his capacity as a rugby coach.
The scene was overwhelming, with numerous broadcast cameras and an uncountable number of press photographers snapping away.
For anyone unaccustomed to the media, the situation would be intimidating.
But.
‘Where ...
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Meanwhile,
Steve, who was watching the game from the stands, tilted his head in confusion.
“This is more one-sided than I thought.”
“Yeah, no kidding,” Bob, seated next to him, agreed.
The second-year team clearly had the upper hand in overall skill level.
Even without Carl, their stats alone sugge...
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The ball struck Carl with full force.
Thud!
He immediately collapsed sideways.
‘Come on, that’s an exaggeration…’
At most, it just hit his shoulder.
If it had hit his face or solar plexus, he might have had to be carried off on a stretcher.
‘I did hesitate a little until the ...
2025-03-09 04:30:01 +0000 UTC
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“Tsk, he increased his security?”
Chen Fei clicked his tongue as his secretary reported,
“Yes, he’s always accompanied by at least 30 bodyguards whenever he leaves the factory.”
“Thirty? Damn it. Should I give up?”
It would be difficult to attack him with just one or two people, like before.
He wo...
2025-03-09 03:47:54 +0000 UTC
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Skeptics scoffed upon reviewing the investment report.
[It’s a mirage;;;]
— No sales and no basis in cash flow at all;;; -And look at the nerve of this non-expert spouting nonsense. Have you even read it?
There was some merit to the skeptics’ arguments. Genesis is essentially a company with no sales. No matter how good...
2025-03-09 03:47:36 +0000 UTC
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A month had passed since going all-in on the investment. Ha Si-heon had been unusually quiet. He didn’t start any trouble, nor did he roam around; he simply sat at his place and devoted himself to his work as if nothing had happened. Yet, all eyes from Goldman’s associates were on Ha Si-heon.
“Hey, Si-heon! How have you been lately...
2025-03-09 03:47:13 +0000 UTC
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