Chapter 153 Press Conference
By redesigning the market access mechanism and designing a customized market maker solution, SNK has resolved Zhang's father's "blockade" of the project.
But this incident also exposed a problem: the market still has doubts about SNK's ability to lead such a large-scale financial innovation project.
At the project communication meeting that day, Shi Yanchen said: "Although we have blocked Mr. Zhang's offensive, the remarks he spread still left hidden dangers in the market."
Pei Song said: "The problem lies in market confidence. The wait-and-see attitude of several major institutions has begun to affect other participants. If it is not clarified in time, it may form a chain reaction."
Jin Shuning nodded: "Especially when President Zhang hinted that we lacked industry experience, many traditional institutions were hesitant."
"We need to hold a press conference," Shi Yanchen said, "to conduct a formal market communication and directly respond to the doubts spread by Mr. Zhang."
He added: "This is not a simple technology demonstration, but a clear signal to the market that we not only understand technology, but also understand the operating rules of the financial market."
Zhang Ruojin also attended the meeting. Hearing this, his eyes lit up: "Who will be the speaker?"
"The effect of a press conference depends on the speaker," Zhou Feng said. "We must find someone who understands both technology and business to host it."
"Let Pei Song give the lecture." Shi Yanchen said.
The meeting room was silent, and everyone looked at Pei Song.
"Me?" Pei Song was a little surprised, "Why me?"
"Because you understand the demands of market participants best," Zhou Feng said, "In the past few months, from market makers to trading institutions, you have built a complete ecosystem."
Zhang Ruojin also agreed: "Indeed, the market is most worried about not the technical issues, but whether we can understand and balance the demands of all parties. Pei Song has proved this with practical actions."
"Most importantly," Shi Yanchen said, "your experience itself is a good story. From a restaurant owner to financial technology, it seems a big span, but the essence is to serve customers with innovative ideas. This is exactly the message we want to convey to the market."
Pei Song understood their intention.
At this critical moment, the market needs not only cold data, but also a convincing story.
"And you have a unique advantage," Zhang Ruojin said with a smile, "You are a latecomer and don't have any historical baggage. Unlike those of us who grew up in the financial circle, our thinking is easily restricted by traditional frameworks."
Shi Yanchen said: "Having SNK's operations director, who had no previous knowledge of fintech, speak at the event is the best rebuttal to Mr. Zhang's old way of thinking. This will show the market that in the new technology era, what matters is not seniority and connections, but understanding of the market and the courage to innovate."
"I understand." Pei Song looked at the expectant eyes of the crowd and nodded slowly, "Then what is the content of the press conference..."
"Just do it your way," Shi Yanchen said, "Use the simplest language and tell the most real story. Just like every time you communicate with a customer."
"Yes," Zhang Ruojin also said, "You don't have to deliberately refute anything. Just being able to explain the project in a way that people can understand is the best response to those alarmist remarks."
Pei Song stood up and said, "Give me three days. I want to prepare answers to all possible questions. Mr. Wu, please coordinate with the technical team. I need the latest performance test data."
"Okay." Mr. Wu nodded, "I'll arrange it right away."
"Secretary Jin," Pei Song turned to Jin Shuning, "Please help me sort out the investment preferences and risk control requirements of various asset management companies. I want to understand their most concerned pain points."
"No problem." Jin Shuning said, "I'll get ready right away."
Pei Song spent almost the next three days in the office.
He went through every technical detail and repeatedly polished the logic and wording of his explanation.
Zhang Ruojin also came to help and provided a lot of background information on the asset management institutions.
"My dad is determined to make trouble this time," she said, "and he has found the most discerning asset management company in the industry."
"It doesn't matter," Pei Song said without looking up as he was revising a PPT. "This will allow the market to see our strength more clearly. The more transparent we are, the less they will have any doubts."
Zhang Ruojin looked at him meaningfully: "You have changed a lot. You were not so confident before."
"Because I know what I'm doing." Pei Song raised his head. "This project has condensed the efforts of too many people. I can't let anyone destroy it."
When he returned home in the evening, Shi Yanchen could see at a glance that he was nervous.
"Take a break." He brought a cup of jasmine tea. "Tomorrow is the main event."
Pei Song took the scented tea and his eyes fell on the necklace on his chest.
The ring glowed softly under the light, reminding him of the vow he made on the top of the Alps.
He touched the ring and his eyes gradually became firm.
On the day of the press conference, the multi-purpose hall on the first floor of the SNK Building was bustling with people.
Representatives from investment banks, media reporters, and industry experts arrived one after another, and even senior executives from multinational asset management institutions sent representatives.
At nine fifty, Pei Song was standing backstage debugging the equipment.
He had never been so aware of the importance of this press conference - it was not only related to the prospects of the project, but also a moment to prove himself to the entire financial circle.
"Are you ready?" Shi Yanchen came over and adjusted his tie for him.
Pei Song nodded, his fingers unconsciously stroking the ring on his ring finger.
At ten o'clock sharp, the press conference officially began.
Pei Song stood on the podium, looking at the audience sitting in the audience.
The first row is composed of representatives from major investment banks and asset management institutions, all with serious expressions; the second row is composed of media reporters, with their cameras pointed at the podium; and further back are industry experts and partners.
At the seat closest to the door, Pei's father and several senior executives of Pei Group sat upright.
"Good morning, everyone." Pei Song's voice was steady and powerful. "Today we would like to introduce to you a revolutionary digital financial infrastructure - the International Financial City project."
He pulled out the first PPT, which was the overall architecture diagram of the project: "If the traditional financial market is compared to a city, then this project is to build a new city in the digital age. We need highways - this is our FPGA accelerated matching engine; we need a banking system - this is our cross-chain clearing network; and we need more comprehensive supervision - this is our intelligent risk control system."