Teleport-e99
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Story Context
In 2035, in a world divided by a Cold War between America and China, Peter Grayson, a 34-year-old entrepreneur from New York, seeks to expand his portable water purifier business to Shenzhen, China, despite closed borders. His motivation comes from a drone attack that contaminated the water in his hometown of Ohio, leading him to develop these devices. With trade restrictions blocking his progress, he receives a message from his friend Sam about Teleport-e99, a technological solution that allows him to operate in China without physically traveling.
Peter uses a Virtual Reality headset to control a humanoid robot in Shenzhen from Brooklyn. He sets up a workshop to produce and sell purifiers locally, partnering with Liang, a Chinese trader. The purifiers are first sold on the black market and later in legitimate stores under a Chinese brand, generating profits in Gluon Gold. Through this technology, Peter overcomes international barriers and revives his business, proving that innovation can unite a fractured world.
Explanation of the Technologies Used
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Teleport-e99
- What it is: A system that combines advanced Virtual Reality, low-latency Internet, humanoid robots, and Web3.
- How it works: It allows Peter to be present in Shenzhen without physically traveling. His mind connects (via a VR headset) to a robot in China, which he controls in real time as if it were his own body.
- Purpose: To overcome the restrictions of closed borders in a wartime world, providing a way to operate globally.
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Advanced Virtual Reality (VR)
- What it is: A technology that uses a headset to immerse the user in a remote environment via neural impulses.
- How it works: Peter’s headset translates his thoughts into commands for the humanoid and sends back sensory feedback (vision, sound) from Shenzhen.
- Purpose: To provide an immersive and direct experience, making it feel as if he is physically in China.
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Low-Latency Internet (P2P with UDP)
- What it is: A peer-to-peer network using the UDP protocol for fast and stable connections.
- How it works: It transmits data between Peter’s headset in New York and the humanoid in Shenzhen with minimal delay, ensuring smooth control.
- Purpose: To make Peter’s actions instantaneous, which is crucial for remote robot operation.
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Humanoid Robots
- What they are: Human-shaped robots with precise sensors and movements, but without synthetic skin.
- How they work: Peter rents one in Shenzhen, using it as his avatar to walk, interact, and work in the Chinese market.
- Purpose: To act as his physical body in an inaccessible location, handling tasks such as negotiations and purifier assembly.
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Web3
- What it is: A decentralized internet based on blockchain for secure transactions and services.
- How it works: It integrates tools like Sigma Chain and Gluon Gold for payments and contracts, eliminating intermediaries.
- Purpose: To enable financial operations and trust in a world where traditional currencies are unstable.
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Sigma Chain c8b56
- What it is: A sidechain of the Ergo platform, designed for secure and automated transactions.
- How it works: It runs Sigma contracts (programmable code) that transfer Gluon Gold daily to rent the humanoid.
- Purpose: To ensure reliable and anonymous payments between Peter and the robot provider in an economic war environment.
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Gluon Gold
- What it is: A stablecoin (stable digital currency) backed by physical gold, created on Ergo.
- How it works: Peter uses it to pay for the humanoid, services, and partners like Liang, maintaining stable value amid the collapse of the dollar and yuan.
- Purpose: To facilitate secure and reliable transactions in a financially chaotic world.
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Celaut
- What it is: A decentralized network of nodes that execute code blindly and deterministically.
- How it works: Peter sends his software to these nodes (in the humanoid or underground servers), which process sensory data without knowing what they are doing.
- Purpose: To ensure that what Peter sees and hears through the humanoid is real, preventing manipulation or misinformation.
General History, No Noise
Peter Grayson, an entrepreneur from New York, wants to sell his water purifiers in China in 2035, but the Cold War prevents him. His friend Sam introduces him to Teleport-e99, which uses Virtual Reality, fast Internet, robots, and Web3 to operate remotely. Peter controls a humanoid in Shenzhen from Brooklyn, pays with Gluon Gold on Sigma Chain, and uses celaut to ensure that the data is real. He partners with Liang, sets up a workshop, and sells purifiers locally, overcoming international barriers with technology. His business is revived, connecting a divided world.
Chapter 1: Sam’s Crazy Idea
The air in New York smelled of ozone and anxiety. Sirens echoed in the distance, a constant reminder of the cold war between America and China that had fractured the world. Peter Grayson, a 34-year-old entrepreneur with dark circles under his eyes from sleepless nights and a determination forged through years of struggle, gazed out the window of his Brooklyn apartment. Below, surveillance drones cruised through the streets, their red lights piercing the dimness between the gray buildings. It was March 9, 2035, and the planet seemed to teeter on the edge of the abyss. But Peter wasn’t thinking about global collapse. His mind was on Shenzhen.
He lit a cigarette and took a deep drag, though it was more about the ritual — the feeling of control over something. His water purifier business was on the verge of collapse due to the sanctions and tariffs imposed by the ongoing trade war. China was the market he needed, but the borders were more closed than ever. He exhaled the smoke with a sigh and looked at his computer. There had to be a way to get there.
A buzz on his desk announced an encrypted message. He checked the sender: Sam Rourke. Peter smiled faintly. It had been a while since he last spoke to his old friend, a cybersecurity genius now immersed in underground network technology. He opened the message:
Sam: “If you want to get to Shenzhen without leaving Brooklyn, call me. There’s a way.”
Peter raised an eyebrow and immediately dialed. Sam answered on the first ring.
—Knew you’d call —said Sam, his voice carrying its usual half-smile.
—What are you talking about? —Peter sank into his chair.
—Teleport-e99 —Sam replied calmly—. Advanced virtual reality, low-latency Internet, humanoid robotics, and Web3. You can be anywhere — even in a war zone.
Peter narrowed his eyes. He had known Sam for years, and if he said something was possible, it probably was.
—Explain —he demanded, intrigued.
Sam chuckled softly and continued:
—It’s a system combining several tech advancements. Instead of crossing borders physically, you rent a humanoid in Shenzhen and control it remotely via a direct neural connection. All latency is handled by a P2P network optimized with UDP. It feels like you’re there in person — but without the risk of getting stopped at customs.
Peter exhaled slowly. It sounded too good to be true.
—How do I know what I see and hear through that robot is real? They could show me anything —he said cautiously.
—Ah, that’s where celaut comes in —Sam replied—. It’s a decentralized network of nodes that execute code blindly and deterministically. You can send your own data processing services, ensuring what you perceive is real. No one can tamper with the info because they don’t even know what they’re running.
Peter frowned, thinking.
—And payments…
—Gluon Gold —Sam interrupted—. A gold-backed stablecoin. It runs on the Sigma Chain c8b56 with programmable contracts that guarantee transactions automatically. It’s the only way to operate without getting your funds frozen.
Peter stubbed out his cigarette and leaned forward.
—How much will this cost me?
—Less than what you’ll lose if you keep waiting —Sam said seriously—. The real question is: are you ready to step into Shenzhen without leaving your apartment?
Peter closed his eyes for a moment. He knew this was his only shot.
—Tell me what I need to do.
Sam sent an encrypted link along with a one-time access key.
—Download this. It’ll give you access to the Teleport-e99 initial protocol. Once inside, we’ll set up your neural connection and link your Gluon Gold wallet to the Sigma contract to rent the humanoid.
Peter didn’t hesitate. He copied the key and accessed the link. His screen flooded with lines of code in a bare, unembellished interface. Within seconds, the system asked for neural scan confirmation. Peter grabbed his VR headset and adjusted it over his head. A slight vibration rippled through his skull as the connection established.
—It works —he murmured, watching the data flow in real-time.
—Welcome to the new era —Sam said with satisfaction—. Now, let’s get to the important part. The humanoid we’re renting is in Shenzhen, in a secure warehouse. It’s an industrial-grade model with advanced sensors and precision motors. Not flashy, but functional. Once you’re connected, you’ll be its eyes and hands.
Peter swallowed hard. The thought of inhabiting a mechanical body on another continent stirred a mix of anxiety and excitement.
—What about security? —he asked.
—Handled by celaut. Like I said, each node runs code blindly. No one will know it’s you, and they can’t mess with the data you receive. If someone tries, your own software will detect it.
Peter nodded. The system seemed solid, though there were still factors beyond his control.
—How do I communicate in Shenzhen? I don’t speak Mandarin.
—Easy. We have a real-time translation service, also powered by celaut. Your voice will be processed, translated, and spoken by the humanoid as if it were native. If someone speaks to you in Mandarin, you’ll hear it in English instantly.
Peter smiled. The tech was impressive. But the hardest part was yet to come.
—I need a local partner —he said—. Someone to help me set up the workshop and move the product.
Sam chuckled.
—You already have one. His name’s Liang. He’s a trader with connections in the industrial market. There’s just one catch — he doesn’t trust just anyone. You’ll have to prove you’re more than some foreigner playing at business.
Peter rubbed his chin.
—How do I convince him?
—With results.
Sam sent another key.
—This will let you take control of the humanoid. Once you’re in, head to the Huaqiangbei industrial market. That’s where your test begins.
Peter took a deep breath and accepted the key.
—See you in Shenzhen —he said before starting the connection.
The world around him dissolved into a whirlwind of data and shadows. An instant later, his “eyes” opened in Shenzhen.
The air was warm, thick with the scent of the city and the hum of the crowd. He looked at his metallic hands and flexed the mechanical fingers. It felt strange — but functional.
Peter took his first step and began to walk.
The mission had begun.
Chapter 2: First Steps in Shenzhen
Peter felt a slight resistance in his movements at first. His mind was still adjusting to the humanoid’s response, but within seconds, the sensation became natural. The latency was imperceptible, as if he were truly there, in Shenzhen.
The Huaqiangbei industrial market buzzed with activity. Dozens of stalls overflowing with electronic components, circuits, and plastic casings lined the narrow streets, illuminated by vibrant neon lights. Merchants shouted in Mandarin while customers examined products with expert eyes. Peter moved forward with determination. Each step resonated with a faint metallic sound, quickly lost in the market’s noise.
—Activate translation module in Celaut—he thought, and the system responded instantly.
The conversations around him began to transform into English in real time. Words and phrases took on meaning, giving him a crucial advantage in navigating this unfamiliar environment.
—Find Liang—he reminded himself.
Sam had told him that Liang operated in the southern part of the market. He was a trader with access to essential materials and valuable contacts. If Peter could convince him to collaborate, his plan would take its first solid step toward success.
Peter walked through the market aisles until he spotted a stall with a red sign and golden lettering that read “Huaqiang Components.” A middle-aged man with thin-framed glasses and an analytical expression was haggling with a customer. Peter waited his turn, observing the negotiation process. When the customer left, he approached confidently.
—Liang?—he asked, letting the humanoid’s synthesized voice do its job.
The merchant looked up and narrowed his eyes at the unusual presence of the robot.
—Who’s asking?—he replied cautiously.
—I’m Peter Grayson. I want to talk business.
Liang smirked.
—Foreigners don’t usually come in… this format. Interesting. How do I know you’re real and not just an automated program?
Peter activated a small protocol in Celaut. On the humanoid’s internal screen, he displayed, in real-time, a reputation proof stored in a Sigma contract, verifying his identity.
—I’m as present as anyone in this market—Peter affirmed—And I have a proposal you’ll want to hear.
Liang crossed his arms, studying him carefully.
—Go on.
Peter wasted no time. He explained his plan: manufacturing water purifiers in Shenzhen using local materials and selling them under a Chinese brand. This way, they would avoid sanctions, gain access to the market, and operate securely through Gluon Gold transactions.
Liang listened without interrupting, his expression neutral.
—Sounds good in theory—he finally said—but anyone can come here with big ideas. I need proof. Bring me a functional prototype. If you can actually produce what you promise, we’ll talk business.
Peter nodded. He had expected this response. Words weren’t enough; he had to prove results.
—Give me a week—he said.
Liang chuckled briefly and tilted his head.
—You have three days.
Peter didn’t argue. He simply extended a metallic hand.
Liang shook it firmly.
—Good luck, foreign robot.
Peter turned on his heels and left the market. He had 72 hours to build a convincing prototype. The real test had just begun.
Chapter 3: The Bridge Over a Cold Ocean of War
Three days. Peter knew it was an impossible deadline under normal circumstances, but normal circumstances had died with the cold war between America and China. From his Brooklyn apartment, with his VR headset firmly in place, he once again immersed himself in Shenzhen through the humanoid. The hum of New York faded, replaced by the organized chaos of Huaqiangbei. There was work to do, and time waited for no one.
First, he needed components. Peter directed the humanoid through several stalls in the industrial market, selecting parts with surgical precision: activated carbon filters, miniature reverse osmosis membranes, water quality sensors, and a casing that was both lightweight and durable. Each purchase was processed with Gluon Gold through Sigma contracts on the c8b56 chain, ensuring fast and anonymous transactions. The merchants didn’t ask who was behind the robot; digital gold spoke for itself.
Back at a small rented warehouse—a dusty space secured with Sam’s help—Peter began assembling the prototype. His mechanical hands, guided by a mind thousands of miles away, moved with an initial clumsiness that gradually became more fluid. The celaut services he had designed processed real-time data from the humanoid’s sensors, allowing him to fine-tune every connection and test each component instantly. There was no room for error.
Nights blurred into a haze of code, soldering, and testing. Peter barely slept, fueled by coffee and sheer willpower. At one point, he took off the headset and stared out the window in Brooklyn. Surveillance drones still patrolled, their red lights like accusing eyes. He put the headset back on. Shenzhen was his battlefield now.
The third day arrived with a gray dawn in New York and a foggy sky in Shenzhen. The prototype was ready: a compact purifier, no bigger than a water bottle, capable of filtering common contaminants and delivering clean drinking water in seconds. Peter had tested it with a sample of murky water from a local vendor; the sensors, processed through celaut, confirmed that the result was clean and safe. It was time to face Liang.
At the Huaqiangbei market, Peter found Liang at his stall, inspecting a shipment of circuits. The trader looked up and raised an eyebrow as the humanoid approached with a device in hand.
—That’s it? —Liang asked, his tone a mix of skepticism and curiosity.
—Try it yourself, —Peter replied, handing him the purifier along with a bottle of dirty water he had brought for demonstration.
Liang took the device, examined it briefly, and poured the murky water into the intake. A soft hum filled the air as the liquid passed through the filters. Seconds later, a clear stream emerged from the other end. Liang sniffed it, cautiously took a sip, then nodded.
—Not bad, —he said, setting the purifier down on the table—. How many can you produce?
—With a basic workshop and local materials, hundreds per week. With more resources, thousands.
Liang crossed his arms, thoughtful.
—And I suppose you want me to source the materials and handle distribution.
—Exactly. You know the market. I bring the technology. We both win.
The trader smiled, this time with a genuine glint in his eyes.
—You’re persistent, foreign robot. I like that. Deal.
They sealed the agreement with a handshake—metal against flesh—and a Sigma contract that transferred an initial amount of Gluon Gold as an advance. Liang would provide the space and contacts; Peter would oversee production from New York, maneuvering the humanoid as his avatar in Shenzhen.
The following weeks were a whirlwind. The workshop came to life: a small but efficient team of local workers assembled purifiers under Peter’s mechanical watch. The devices first circulated on the black market, sold to those desperate for clean water amid the crisis. Soon, thanks to Liang’s connections, they reached legitimate stores under a discreet Chinese brand: “Qingliu”, meaning “clear current.” Every sale funneled Gluon Gold into their digital wallets, a steady flow that defied sanctions and closed borders.
One night, Peter removed his headset after a long session in Shenzhen. The workshop was running at full capacity, and profits were beginning to stabilize his business in America. He lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and exhaled as he watched the drones outside his window. For the first time in months, he felt something close to hope.
Teleport-e99 hadn’t erased the barriers of a fractured world, but it had built a bridge to cross them. From Brooklyn, he had planted a seed in Shenzhen—one that grew with every purifier sold. The cold war still raged, but Peter had found a way to fight on his own terms.
—Fascinating, —he murmured, stubbing out the cigarette—. Absolutely fascinating.
The echo of sirens faded into the distance, and for a moment, the air in New York felt a little less heavy with anxiety.
The bridge was built, and Peter Grayson had no intention of stopping now.