In the foreseeable future, in order to protect the security of their own data, once the giants on the planet discover that the data dimension can act as a server, with Stark and S.H.I.E.L.D. as benchmarks, they will gradually learn from it, uploading their important data to the data dimension and completely binding their own future to the data dimension.
After all, if there are any major shocks or changes in the data dimension, the data and foundation they have painstakingly accumulated in the data dimension will probably be lost.
Truly gifted researchers may even be more passionate about and embracing the data dimension! Because the data dimension frees them from the pressures of funding, instrumentation, and experimentation, they can no longer rely on giants or investors, but can independently and successfully perfect their own technology.
If data is fully integrated into reality, it will undoubtedly slash the costs of research. While the giants will still have an advantage, they will no longer be able to completely control a talented researcher as they once did.
Even the rating of technological achievements can be replaced by the data dimension, becoming the most authoritative. All it takes is to see how much the authority within the data dimension increases after the other party uploads the technology.
The not-too-distant future will surely be a time of great reshuffle, with changes, chaos and inward-looking situations.
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S.H.I.E.L.D.
Inside the conference room.
On the virtual reality screen, a short and fat man with four mechanical arms and wearing a pair of sunglasses was giving a speech to a group of mutants with several mutants. From his inflammatory words and the personal examples set by the mutant followers around him, it was obvious that many mutants in the audience were impressed.
The picture finally froze on the defiant yet complacent face of the man giving the speech, and the group of mutants below who were stirred into high spirits.
"Who can tell me, is Otto Gunther Octavius a monster created by an experimental accident, or is he also a mutant?" Nick rubbed his forehead with a headache and glanced around with his one eye.
Agent Coulson was on a business trip to Africa and hadn't returned yet. The only people present were Maria Hill, Natasha, and Captain Marvel, who had virtually logged in to attend the meeting, along with Stark and Dr. Banner.
"It's obvious that he is a mutant now. He has also admitted that he is one." Stark's virtual projection sat on a high-backed work chair, turning the chair back and forth, pointing out in a somewhat casual tone.
"Then who made him a mutant? He even connected to the data dimension!" Nick's tone was a little serious, clearly feeling threatened by Doctor Octopus Otto's access to the data dimension. If there was anyone on this planet who knew the data dimension best, Nick would definitely be on the list.
"It's not certain who turned him into a mutant. Perhaps the aftermath of the mecha virus outbreak just happened to affect him? Didn't he disappear for a while before?" Stark speculated. Tony still remembered the genius doctor who had been promoted by some giant to compete with him and Heberon for market share and publicity in the energy sector. He was indeed a genius, but compared to him and Luke, he lacked a bit of luck.
The other party is too arrogant and too self-confident. He doesn't trust others and wants to do everything himself!
This is a common problem among geniuses.
Tony could understand the other party. But unfortunately, the other party's experiment did not succeed! No matter how talented or prestigious you are, a huge failure is enough to shatter the halo surrounding you and the trust of investors.
The destruction of the halo is not too fatal, but losing the trust of investors is a fatal blow to a researcher like Otto.
A highly anticipated energy experiment ended in failure, which not only caused the early investment of giants such as Osborne to go down the drain, but also because of the experimental accident, Otto's energy technology was completely questioned.
In contrast to Otto's failure, the success of Heiboren and Stark's hot/cold dual-nuclear fusion energy technology, coupled with the influence of Heiboren's longevity potion, made Heiboren and Stark the ultimate winners.
And that Dr. Otto? After everything was settled, he was just a researcher who was collaborated with by the giants and then quickly cut off.
Another common flaw among geniuses is obsession with technology. After recovering from an experimental accident, Dr. Otto's obsession with his energy technology deepened. He didn't believe his technology was inferior to that of Heybollen and the other two companies, and he wanted to prove himself once again. However, he found that he could no longer attract any investment.
Under the pressure of repeated setbacks, Dr. Otto decided to take a radical approach. He became a bank robber, investing all the stolen funds in his experiments. His brilliant mind was not only gifted in scientific research, but also in crime and causing headaches for the police. This was the reason why Dr. Otto had been able to fight the authorities for so long without being caught.
SHIELD also kept a close eye on Dr. Otto, but didn't intervene. This kind of bank robbery had nothing to do with SHIELD, unless he was robbing an energy bank. If the other party really had the ability to do so.
But now S.H.I.E.L.D. has no choice but to turn its attention to Dr. Otto, as he's begun recruiting, specifically the mutant community! The current government's urgent task is to appease and heal this complex and powerful group. It can be said that many forces are working against this group, not just S.H.I.E.L.D., but also the military, some corporate giants, and even numerous underground groups, all extending olive branches to the mutants. But none of them are as open and aboveboard as Dr. Otto.
"I don't understand why his access to that data dimension makes you so nervous?" Captain America raised his hand, expressing his confusion sincerely. Although he was now the ruler of this country, his greatest reliance since taking office was still on the intelligent management system provided by Heberon and Stark, as well as the think tank provided by several major giants. There were many things that even an old man who had been dormant for decades still needed to learn and master in depth.
"That's because the data dimension can double the strength of the mutants. As long as there is technology, I even suspect that it can continue to improve!" Stark answered Steve on behalf of Nick.
"Dr. Otto is obviously a brilliant researcher," Dr. Banner added.
"That's what I'm worried about! I don't care about Dr. Otto alone, but I can't help but care about a group of mutants whose strength has been greatly enhanced." Nick spread his hands. This was Dr. Otto invading S.H.I.E.L.D.'s territory, and it was hard for him to ignore it.
"How?" Steve's eyes darted back and forth between Stark and Nick's faces. "Does this mean Dr. Otto will use his own technology to create weapons and distribute them to them? Where will his funds, equipment, and materials come from?"
"No funding or other equipment is needed," Agent Hill shook his head and explained to the captain, "As long as you provide the Data Dimension with technology and data, as your authority increases, the Data Dimension will be able to help you achieve everything that any instrument can. In other words, a truly talented researcher, once they have access to the Data Dimension, will greatly reduce their need for various physical laboratories and instruments for technical verification."
"What's more troublesome is that he can also use the data dimension to force his technology on another person who knows nothing about technology, so that he can master the manufacturing process. If Dr. Otto gives the technology of making bombs to a mutant, then this mutant will not need any tools, but only use materials and his own abilities to make the bomb on the technical drawings." Nick added with a cold face.
"Another more important point is that technology providers have absolute control over their own technology within a certain period of time." Tony added after Nick's words.
This caught everyone's attention, including Nick.
"What do you mean?" Nick felt a shadow in his heart.
"What this means is that the technology I transfer to you using the data dimension is equivalent to an authorized use license. You can use it when I allow you to, but you can't use it when I don't. I can even limit the number of times you use my technical drawings. For example, if you use my technical drawings the number of times I limit, the authorization will automatically end unless you obtain new authorization.
As for the technology patent period, let's just call it the technology patent period. After all, this description makes it easier for you to understand that the inventor of the technology has absolute control over the technology."
Tony rocked in his chair. "For example, if I revoke the authorization from the two Nurman brothers, they won't be able to produce the Energy Pulse Gloves. Unless they truly master the technology inside and out, they can only use it themselves and can't authorize it to anyone like I do."
"You didn't tell me!" Nick's face darkened.
"I just tested it out not long ago. After all, the data dimension is an unknown world, and everything needs to be explored before it can be discovered. Don't worry, I'm very generous and will not revoke the technical authorization of your agents." Tony waved his hand.
"The rules are about to collapse." Nick sighed tiredly.
"It's just the establishment of new rules. I think it's better for researchers. It helps to enhance their true status and importance. It's better than those high-ranking politicians acting recklessly. Isn't that right, Dr. Banner?" Tony objected to this and poked Dr. Banner beside him.
Dr. Banner gave everyone an awkward smile, then sat obediently in his seat without answering.
"But not all researchers are good. If they do evil..."
"There's nothing wrong with technology. As for whether people are good or bad, look at the world. Can you say that all politicians are good? The new rules of the game mean you either get eliminated or adapt. Dr. Banner and I are feeling good right now." Tony interrupted Nick.
"I don't want to argue with you about this, Tony, not at all!" Nick looked at Tony helplessly.
"Let's put it aside for now. Don't argue." Tony didn't press the issue with a sharp tongue this time. Instead, he offered a way out. This made Nick and the others feel a little flattered.
"Dr. Otto, what do we need to do?" Agent Hill redirected the topic back to Doctor Octopus.
"No matter what, no matter what he wants to do, he can't be allowed to openly recruit more mutants," Nick said firmly. If a group of looting mutants, backed by Dr. Otto's technology, showed up and started robbing banks, both him and Captain America, sitting next to him, would be left stunned and in a state of panic.
Nick is now thankful that there was no such thing as data dimension when Hydra was active, otherwise there might have been even greater twists and turns!