Chapter 99: One Person One Machine Mode

Throughout the rescue process, the firefighting robot's strength, precision, and endurance left Long Fei and another person stunned!

When the mother and daughter were successfully rescued, and the child was safely handed to medical personnel from the robot's arms, thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the onlookers.

"Holy crap, that's amazing! The robot actually saved that mother and daughter!"

"This is nothing short of a miracle! How did they do it?"

"The firefighters and the robot worked together perfectly! Yanhuang Guo's technology is awesome!"

……

This incident was quickly filmed by on-site crowds and rapidly spread online.

In a short time, topics such as the firefighting robot saving people rose to the top of the hot search list.

Domestic netizens were completely in an uproar:

"Holy shit! Is this really a robot made by our country? It's straight-up sci-fi come to life!"

"My mom cried after watching the video, saying firefighters wouldn't have to risk their lives to save people anymore!"

"Before, people said robots would take jobs, but now it's clear they're here to save lives! Taking over this job, I'm completely convinced!"

"Yeah! This is where robots belong."

……

Meanwhile abroad, this news likewise caused a huge uproar.

Ugly Agreement Times: "Yanhuang Guo's intelligent robot's first real-world deployment—its advanced level is shocking!"

Daily Mail: "Robot advent? The Eastern Dragon's tech revolution is accelerating!"

The host of Hairy Bear Country TV said:

"While some countries are still arguing over whether robots can serve coffee, Yanhuang Guo's robots have already rushed into the fire scene."

Globally, people began to discuss.

How advanced has Yanhuang Guo's intelligent robot technology actually become?

Does this herald the arrival of a brand-new intelligent era, silently upon us?

The intelligent robot's debut shone brightly in fire rescue; its efficient, precise, fearless performance instantly ignited the public's boundless hopes for future technology.

On social media, topics such as "Steel Hero" and "Technology Changes Life" remained hot.

Some netizens even joked that firefighters could switch careers to become robot trainers.

A few days later, at Old Luo's home.

"Xiao Qin, you're here! Come sit and chat!"

Old Luo pointed to the sofa and said with a smile.

Qin Hao sat down upon hearing that, and took the tea offered by Zhang Yunfeng beside him.

"About the firefighting robot, you've seen it, right? Society's response has been very satisfactory."

Old Luo spoke first, but then shifted tone: "But it also raises a bigger problem."

He picked up a report on the table and pushed it toward Qin Hao:

"This is the assessment report submitted by various departments over the past few days on robots replacing human labor. Firefighting, anti-drug, border defense—these high-risk industries are still okay to say,"

"but if we really follow your idea and let intelligent robots fully replace assembly-line workers, construction workers, even domestic helpers… then the problem arises."

He lifted his gaze to Qin Hao, his eyes deep:

"Where should these liberated workers go? Without work, they have no income; without income, how can they sustain a livelihood?"

"At that point, the entire social and economic system will face a massive shock. This isn't just unemployment for a few, but a livelihood problem for over a billion people."

Zhang Yunfeng also added from the side:

"Our envisioned 'stars and sea' is to let all nationals live well and with dignity."

"But if developing technology instead plunges most people into poverty, that's surely putting the cart before the horse."

The living room fell into a brief silence.

This problem is indeed a huge challenge that must be faced behind rapid technological development.

If the state were to place all these unemployed people, it currently cannot do so.

Qin Hao had earlier mentioned "liberating labor" and "providing basic livelihood" when imagining the future, but he knew that the transition and concrete implementation between them were the hardest bone to chew.

Qin Hao pondered for a moment, knowing that Old Luo and Zhang Yunfeng were not questioning technology, but seeking a plan that would allow society to transition smoothly and ultimately achieve common prosperity.

"I have indeed considered this problem."

Qin Hao set down his teacup, his tone turning serious,

"My idea is, rather than letting robots become tools for a few capitalists to profit, let them become wealth shared by all."

He paused, observed their reactions, then proposed a bold idea:

"I call it the 'One Person One Machine' model."

One Person One Machine?

Old Luo and Zhang Yunfeng glanced at each other, both showing puzzled expressions.

"Specifically, the state would initially provide subsidies and technical support, enabling every Yanhuang Guo citizen to afford an intelligent robot."

Qin Hao continued explaining:

"These robots are no longer private corporate property, but personal assets of citizens."

"Citizens can send their robots to work at factories, farms, service industries, or any position needing labor."

"The labor value created by the robots—that is, their wages—will be paid directly to the citizens who own them."

Old Luo raised his eyebrows, seeming to have caught something.

"This way, the liberated workers, while no longer personally tightening screws in factories, can still earn a steady income through their own robots."

Qin Hao continued to elaborate,

With income security, they can do what they want, such as learning new knowledge, engaging in artistic creation, conducting scientific research,

or simply accompanying family and enjoying life; this is true liberation, letting people return to the essence of being human.

Zhang Yunfeng fell into thought and asked, "What benefits would this bring for enterprises?"

The benefits are many.

Qin Hao spoke with certainty.

First, companies employing robots need not worry about food and lodging, social insurance, work injuries, etc., greatly saving operating costs.

Robots do not fatigue and can work twenty-four hours uninterrupted, bringing production efficiency to unprecedented heights.

Second, robots are programmable and can adjust their functions according to production needs at any time, greatly increasing production flexibility.

Finally, safety is ensured, as robots can replace humans in hazardous and harsh environments, so companies no longer need to bear huge risks for employee safety.

He added:

Of course, to prevent monopolies and excessive wealth disparity, the state could stipulate that each adult citizen may own only one robot.

Moreover, if a robot breaks down, the repair costs shall be borne by its owner.

This would also spawn a large number of robot maintenance, servicing, and upgrade industries, providing society with new employment opportunities.

Meanwhile, continuous iteration and upgrading of core robot technology will also drive the development of the entire technology industry chain, though the specific details still require careful study.

Qin Hao finished speaking in one breath, lifted his tea cup to wet his throat.

After hearing this idea, Lao Luo and Zhang Yunfeng both repeatedly contemplated in their minds the feasibility, potential impacts, and possible challenges of this 'one person, one machine' model.