Michael understood that in this world, technology was a force multiplier, a tangible form of applied science that could be seamlessly integrated with his own burgeoning abilities. He channeled Queen Consolidated's considerable resources into its Applied Sciences division, fostering breakthroughs in artificial intelligence capable of predictive analysis, advanced materials with unique properties, and impenetrable communication networks. His vision extended beyond mere profit; he aimed to create a technological ecosystem that served both the city and his own strategic needs.
The AI algorithms developed under his guidance could sift through vast datasets, predicting economic downturns with unnerving accuracy, identifying potential criminal hotspots before they erupted, and even subtly gauging public sentiment through social media analysis. This information provided Michael with an unparalleled level of situational awareness.
When the Green Arrow encountered adversaries wielding advanced technology, Michael often provided crucial counter-measures and tactical information through encrypted, untraceable channels, ensuring Oliver's success while maintaining plausible deniability. These technological "miracles" often appeared just in the nick of time, lauded as the ingenuity of Queen Consolidated's brilliant but unseen research teams.
During a confrontation with a villain utilizing sophisticated cloaking technology, Felicity, frantically trying to pinpoint his location, exclaimed, "I can't get a lock! It's like he's vanished!"
A moment later, a schematic overlaid on Oliver's heads-up display, highlighting the cloaking device's thermal vulnerabilities, accompanied by a laconic text message: "Infrared signature anomaly detected. Frequency modulation key provided. Happy hunting."
Oliver, firing a perfectly aimed arrow, muttered, "Our mysterious benefactor strikes again. They certainly have a flair for the dramatic… and incredibly helpful schematics."
Back at Queen Mansion, Michael, monitoring the engagement via a secure satellite feed, allowed a subtle smile. A well-placed tool in the right hands can be far more effective than brute force.