A new type of smart bracelet was released on June 1st.
The company that launched it was a new entity under the Meng family, named Lin Jing Technology. This bracelet was initially targeted at all children under the age of twelve.
This bracelet was paired with an application on a mobile phone. Once paired, it could not be removed unless unlocked by the phone. If forcefully removed, it would directly send a message to the paired phone.
Simultaneously, the bracelet would inject a tracking device into the wearer's skin. This device would continuously send location data to the paired phone for seven days.
In other words, as long as a child was wearing this bracelet, regardless of their whereabouts, if the paired phone was not lost, they could be directly located via the phone.
Even if the phone was lost, it was not an issue; one could log into the account on a computer and still find the child wearing the bracelet.
This was designed to combat human traffickers. If a child had this bracelet, even if traffickers forcibly removed it, the implanted tracking device would continue to send location data to the paired phone for seven days.
This meant that even if a child was abducted, they could still be found through this device.
The bracelet caused a sensation as soon as it was launched. Official endorsements confirmed its safety, and purchasing was highly recommended.
Consequently, the bracelet sparked a buying frenzy. No one had anticipated how affordable it would be.
Every year, many children go missing, and very few are safely found. However, with this bracelet, once a child disappears, their location can be tracked.
The tracking system was highly accurate, especially with satellite positioning, unaffected by external interference. The bracelet was solar-powered with very low energy consumption; a bit of daily sunlight was enough to keep it operational for a long time.
The bracelets came in various colors and styles, which children loved. Apart from the inconvenience of removal, there were no other drawbacks.
The pricing was incredibly low, under 200 yuan. Many felt that Lin Jing Technology was not making any profit. Especially for schools purchasing in bulk, there was an additional 20% discount.
Within a few months, this bracelet adorned the wrists of most children under twelve.
For other children who had not yet received a bracelet, Lin Yan and Meng Shuo Jing made efforts to ensure they also wore one through various means.
But this was only the first step. The second phase of the bracelet was rolled out for minors under eighteen, with the paired phone still belonging to their guardian. This bracelet offered even greater privacy.
However, the adoption of this bracelet was slower, as teenagers were reluctant to have their parents impose such a restriction.
Nevertheless, following a case of a teenage girl going missing and being murdered, many girls started wearing such bracelets.
Of course, many adults also wanted to purchase the bracelet. However, at that time, purchases were still based on ID numbers, making it impossible for adults to buy.
Soon, Lin Jing Technology's production caught up, and the age restriction for purchasing was lifted. However, for adults, the bracelet would no longer be paired with a guardian's phone.
They could choose to pair it with their partner, friends, siblings, or even themselves.
All bracelets paired with oneself featured an emergency alarm function. Once the bracelet was forcibly removed, the paired phone would directly trigger an alarm, and the bracelet's location data would be sent directly to the police.
These safety features made the bracelet even more popular among young girls. The bracelets could also be customized with various designs, though customization would add a two-week delay.
Women and children are the most vulnerable groups, especially those abducted by human traffickers. Once targeted, their lives could be ruined.
But with this bracelet, it was different. No matter where they were trafficked, they could be found. Even if the bracelet was forcibly removed, there were still seven days for someone to locate them.
If the bracelet's owner was harmed, they could unlock the emergency contact function using their fingerprint or by forcibly removing the bracelet themselves. This would directly send their location information to a specialized police system.
The nearest police station or precinct could then dispatch officers to rescue them.
Since the bracelet's debut, the frequency of human trafficking incidents has significantly decreased, and child disappearances have also become much rarer.
Moreover, during the rescue of these children, the police apprehended numerous traffickers and gathered information about many missing children.
Some information was also obtained about trafficked women. The military deployed forces to dismantle several villages colluding with traffickers, rescuing many abducted women.
The exposure of these cases further boosted the popularity of Lin Jing Technology's tracking bracelet. Now, almost everyone on the street wore one.
Human traffickers, before cracking the bracelet's working principle, went into hiding.
Many also dared not commit crimes anymore, as even if the victim wore a bracelet, their body could be found through it, even in cases of murder and dismemberment.
For a long time, the entire country was exceptionally safe. As long as one wore the bracelet, they did not have to fear kidnapping or harm.
The bracelet's release brought Lin Jing Technology into the public eye, but it didn't stop there.
Soon, Lin Jing Technology launched other products. While these subsequent products did not match the impact of the tracking bracelet, they also sold well.
Many reporters were eager to interview the person who developed the bracelet, but Lin Jing Technology protected them well, and no one knew the developer's identity.
However, upon examining Lin Jing Technology's shareholder list, it was revealed that there were only two shareholders: Meng Shuo Jing of the Meng family and his wife, Lin Yan.
Consequently, reporters used all their connections to try and interview the couple. Eventually, overwhelmed by the persistent attention, Meng Shuo Jing agreed to an interview, but only with a national broadcaster.
The interview was conducted on a talk show, and Meng Shuo Jing's presence indicated his current standing in the business world.
A sophisticated and elegant female host sat on a single sofa next to Meng Shuo Jing. She first welcomed him and then began the interview.
"The gentleman joining us on the show today might be unfamiliar to some, but when it comes to tracking bracelets and Lin Jing Technology, you are likely all quite familiar.
Mr. Meng Shuo Jing is the 'Jing' in Lin Jing Technology. Let's welcome Mr. Meng." The host introduced Meng Shuo Jing.
"Good evening, host. Good evening, everyone!" Meng Shuo Jing greeted the host, the audience, and the viewers as customary.