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BoE Warns of Global Market Correction Amid AI Hype, Fed Risks
The Bank of England warned that global markets are at risk of a sharp correction if investor confidence in artificial intelligence or the independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve falters. The central bank highlighted that AI-driven tech giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta now dominate nearly 30% of the S&P 500’s value—levels similar to the dotcom bubble—raising fears of overvaluation. It also cautioned that political interference with the Fed could erode market stability, while geopolitical tensions and debt vulnerabilities add to the fragility, potentially triggering widespread sell-offs and higher borrowing costs worldwide.
Julius Baer Raises Gold Target to $4,500, CB Buying to Last 5 Years
Swiss private bank Julius Baer has increased its 12-month gold price target to $4,500 per ounce, citing strong fundamentals, steady central bank demand, and a cooling U.S. economy. The firm expects gold to reach $4,150 in three months and sees continued support from declining interest rate expectations and a weaker dollar. With central banks in emerging markets boosting gold reserves for diversification, Julius Baer believes the rally could sustain for three to five years, offering long-term opportunities for investors.
Philippine Education in Crisis Amid AI, Literacy Gaps
The Philippine education system is facing a deepening crisis marked by low literacy, weak foundational learning, and growing dependence on AI technologies. Surveys reveal that around 18 million Filipinos are functionally illiterate, with only 7% of students completing the full education pathway from Grade 1 to college. Structural problems—such as mismatched teacher assignments, poor infrastructure, and high dropout rates—are compounded by socioeconomic issues like malnutrition and disaster disruptions. As AI tools enter classrooms, experts warn that overreliance could weaken critical thinking and cognitive development, intensifying the country’s skills gap and threatening future workforce readiness.
50 Cent’s Forgotten Bitcoin from 2014 Now Worth Over $76 Million
Rapper 50 Cent’s “lost” Bitcoin serves as a striking example of crypto’s long-term potential. In 2014, he accepted about 700 BTC for his album Animal Ambition, worth roughly $455,000 at the time. Years later, those same coins surged to over $7 million, and today could be valued at around $76 million, showcasing the massive gains early Bitcoin holders could achieve simply by holding — or even forgetting — their coins.
Corruption Fears Trigger ₱1.7 Trillion Loss in Ph Stock Market
The Philippine stock market lost about ₱1.7 trillion in value over three weeks as investor confidence weakened amid corruption concerns involving major flood control projects. SEC Chair Francis Lim described the situation as a “crisis of confidence,” noting that trust erosion led to foreign outflows, a decline in the PSE Index, and a weaker peso. Analysts stress that restoring investor trust will require stronger governance, transparency, and decisive anti-corruption measures to stabilize the market.
Government Shutdown Stalls SEC Work on Crypto and Tokenization
As of October 2025, the U.S. government shutdown has forced the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to pause major operations, including regulatory initiatives on digital assets and tokenization frameworks. Most SEC staff are furloughed, halting progress on crypto-related rulemaking, ETF approvals, and enforcement actions. Pending cryptocurrency ETF applications, such as those for Solana, face delays until funding is restored, creating temporary uncertainty for investors and crypto firms awaiting regulatory clarity.
Saylor’s Strategy Inc. Pauses Bitcoin Buys After $9B Gains
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Inc. has temporarily paused new Bitcoin purchases after reporting a $3.9 billion unrealized gain in Q3 2025, pushing its total appreciation above $9 billion. The company now holds 640,031 BTC, valued at around $79 billion, with an average cost below $74,000 per coin. Despite the pause, Saylor emphasized that the move reflects strategic risk management, not a market exit, as Strategy Inc. continues to maintain one of the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin holdings—representing over 3% of total supply.
S&P Launches Digital Markets 50 Covering Cryptos and Stocks
The S&P Digital Markets 50 Index offers investors diversified exposure to both the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors by combining 15 major cryptocurrencies and 35 crypto-related stocks into a single benchmark. Designed to bridge traditional finance and digital assets, the index provides balanced and regulated access to the growing digital finance ecosystem, ensuring no single asset dominates performance through a 5% cap per component.
Crypto Market Suffers ₱33.5B Liquidation as Volatility Spikes
The cryptocurrency market recently saw over ₱33.5 billion ($580 million) in liquidations, triggered by sharp volatility in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices. These mass liquidations occur when leveraged positions are forcefully closed amid rapid price swings, leading to cascading sell-offs and temporary rebounds. Analysts note that Bitcoin and Ethereum remain highly sensitive to leverage-driven movements, while broader market sentiment—measured by fear and greed indices—continues to signal caution. Investors are urged to manage risk carefully and monitor liquidity shifts, as short-term recoveries may mask ongoing instability in the crypto market.
DICT Backs Blockchain Budget Bill for Transparency
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), led by Secretary Henry Aguda, has endorsed the Blockchain the Budget Bill (SBN 1330) to promote transparency and accountability in government spending. The proposed law seeks to use blockchain technology to record and track every peso of the national budget—from project bidding to fund disbursement—in a tamper-proof, publicly accessible ledger. By enabling real-time tracking of transactions, the initiative aims to prevent corruption, improve efficiency, and restore public trust in how taxpayer money is managed across government agencies.
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