Strategic investments in a company can result in giving away a significant portion of ownership, potentially up to a third, during fundraising rounds. This can influence the company's direction and affiliations, as seen in the case of a company led by a computer science graduate from a prestigious institution in Beijing with affiliations to the People's Liberation Army. Noteworthy investors in this company include Alibaba and Hongshan, a Chinese spin-off of Sequoia Capital, reflecting the intricate and competitive nature of investment strategies in the market.