Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the belief that hard technology is the true driver of industrial transformation, highlighting the trust in young entrepreneurs and the potential of innovative companies like影石创新 (Yingshi Innovation) [2][14]. Company Overview -影石创新, founded in 2015, aims to become a "world-class intelligent imaging company" and is innovating the global market through its "Insta360影石" brand [3]. - As of 2023, the "Insta360影石" brand holds a 67.2% market share in the panoramic camera sector, ranking first globally, and is second in the action camera market [3]. Investment and Growth -影石创新 has received investments from notable institutions such as启明创投 (Qiming Venture Partners), IDG Capital, and Tencent, among others, with启明创投 being a significant early investor [4][5]. -启明创投 has held a 9.4% stake in影石创新 prior to its IPO, indicating a strong commitment to the company's growth [5]. Leadership and Vision - The founder, 刘靖康 (Liu Jingkang), is recognized for his exceptional product vision and technical capabilities, which were pivotal in启明创投's decision to invest [6]. - Under刘靖康's leadership,影石创新 has evolved from a startup to a leading player in the intelligent imaging sector, focusing on high-quality user experiences and innovative product development [7][8]. Competitive Strategies -影石创新 has established competitive barriers through three key strategies: prioritizing user experience, implementing a differentiated competition strategy, and maintaining a global market presence with high-margin products [8][10]. - The company emphasizes simplifying complex technologies for users, targeting niche markets, and avoiding domestic price competition to ensure sustainable growth [9][10]. Future Outlook -启明创投 expresses optimism about影石创新's future, particularly in the integration of imaging and AI technologies, with expectations for advancements in 3D imaging and intelligent AI-generated content [11][12]. - The firm has successfully backed multiple hard technology IPOs, reinforcing its commitment to supporting innovative companies that can drive significant industry changes [12][14].