CHAPTER 1824: CHAPTER 955: THE CHAMPION IS BORN! (PART 2)

"Didn’t they say two or three years before?"

Liu Tiefei asked in confusion.

Previously, it was estimated that it would take about two to three years for the domestic industry to catch up with Europe and America in developing 3-nanometer chip technology and mass-producing 3-nanometer chips.

However, ever since Tong Yihang watched this First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest, he started pondering that two to three years might be too conservative an estimate, and Europe and America might achieve it faster.

"The two to three years timeline was our projection based on the information we had, but looking at this First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest, I think it won’t be that simple. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have hosted this contest this year. If they don’t come up with a 3-nanometer chip this year, European and American collaborations might produce it by tomorrow at the latest. If it takes longer, this contest would seem a bit unreasonable."

Tong Yihang analytically stated.

"Hmm, that makes sense."

Liu Tiefei nodded in agreement.

If it weren’t for Tong Yihang’s analysis, Liu Tiefei might not have realized, but after hearing it, he found it very reasonable. Instantly, he felt even more pressure on himself and the entire team regarding the development of 3-nanometer chips.

After all, those foreigners work quickly too.

If they are a bit slower than the foreigners, it might be terrible and could severely impact Principal Ding’s subsequent development plans.

"Are the competition results coming out today? I wonder if our Mist City Arts and Science University can win the championship of the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest."

Tong Yihang murmured.

"Yes, winning the championship would be a huge encouragement for our research team."

Liu Tiefei said with a smile.

...

Dublin, Ireland.

At the competition site of the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest, it was the second day and the final day of the finals. Today, a champion would be selected from the works of one of the universities by the jury.

Which Metaverse work is more excellent remains to be seen.

The jury of this competition consisted of leading figures in the fields of computer networking, computer hardware, virtual technology, and Metaverse, including the world-renowned computer expert Ben William.

Moreover, there are also many computer experts from the country who are members of the jury.

Looking at the current lineup of the jury, it’s basically possible to ensure the fairness of their voting.

In the morning, none of the universities claimed to have completed their Metaverse works, but by the afternoon, several universities confirmed they had finished their works.

The first university was Japan National University.

Followed by Swiss Zurich Federal Institute of Technology, Munich University, University of California, East China University of Science and Technology, Nanyang Technological University, Korea National University, and others.

The slower ones included Stanford University, California Institute of Technology, Qinghua University, and Imperial Polytechnic University.

Just as time was about to run out, Mist City Arts and Science University confirmed the completion of their Metaverse work.

In fact.

Mist City Arts and Science University had already completed their Metaverse work earlier; they just didn’t confirm it immediately, wanting to see what others would do.

From Xu Bin’s experience, the sooner it is confirmed, the more confident they are, and universities with too much confidence might actually fail unexpectedly.

Like Japan National University, they were overly confident, but everyone knows their real capability. They can hardly compete with universities like Stanford and Imperial Polytechnic University.

"I announce, the competition time for the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest has officially ended. All twenty-four universities have completed their Metaverse works. Next, we invite the jury of the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest to select the champion for us!"

The host announced.

Finally!

The tense moment arrived.

Next, the jury will select and showcase the best Metaverse work from the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest.

Once the participating universities confirmed the completion of their Metaverse entries, they submitted them to the jury for evaluation.

The jury members began reviewing and evaluating each entry from the university teams.

"This one from the University of California isn’t bad."

"Imperial Polytechnic University’s work is quite profound."

"Depth alone is not enough; completeness is the most critical. To build a Metaverse, you have to cover all aspects."

"I think Stanford University’s program is good."

"Not to mention, Japan National University’s Metaverse work seems a bit perfunctory. I wouldn’t choose Japan National University."

"Similarly, Korea National University’s isn’t great either; their technology is still somewhat behind."

"East China University of Science and Technology’s work is very creative."

"Qinghua University’s work... has something, and I think they have the strength to compete for the championship."

The jury members started to discuss various opinions.

Their job was to select the most excellent work from these entries, but clearly, Japan National University and Korea National University were unanimously dismissed by the jury.

They may have some strength in computer science, but compared to schools like Stanford and Qinghua, there is still a gap.

Given this, Japan National University and Korea National University evidently have no chance at the championship.

"Stanford University’s work is indeed impressive, worthy of Stanford University."

A juror admired Stanford University’s work, feeling it truly matched the concept of the Metaverse.

"Munich University’s is on par with Stanford’s."

Another juror also commented.

Many jury members began to hesitate after viewing both Stanford and Munich University’s works.

Both universities’ works are exceptional, almost indistinguishable. They didn’t know whether Stanford would stand out or whether Munich University would unexpectedly become the dark horse in the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest.

However, at this moment, a juror exclaimed in surprise: "My God, to achieve this level with a Metaverse virtual work is genuinely astonishing!"

Upon hearing this, all the jury members turned their attention to the work that this juror was evaluating.

...

After an hour of anxious waiting.

Finally.

The official jury of the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest was about to announce the champion of this contest.

"Ladies and gentlemen, organizations, and audience, after meticulous selection by the jury, we have finally chosen the top three most outstanding works, which will receive the Champion Gold Cup Award, Silver Award, and Bronze Award!"

The host announced.

At this moment, netizens from all over the world held their breath.

After all, the champion of this is arguably the most crucial global accolade in computer science. Winning it would bring honor not only to the university but also to the country.

India also has a university that made it to the finals, so many Indians believe their university could win the championship.

Domestically, netizens were also speculating whether Qinghua University could break through from the strong contenders.

It’s rare for netizens to think East China University of Science and Technology and Mist City Arts and Science University could take the championship.

Compared to Qinghua University, these two schools seem relatively "inferior." Especially Mist City Arts and Science University, which is a private university.

"The Bronze Cup Award, third place, of the First Global Metaverse Computer International Contest goes to Stanford University!"

The official contest announcer declared the third place.