The Morning the Music Stopped
On February 5, 2026, the digital asset market faced a reckoning that signaled the end of its adolescent volatility. In a swift “southward” slide, Bitcoin plunged below the $70,000 psychological floor, hitting a 15-month low of $66,596 and effectively erasing all gains since the 2024 election. Within a single week, $500 billion in market value evaporated, sending the “Fear and Greed” index to a chilling 12. Continue reading
World News Media announced the release of the World Finance Winter 2025–26 edition. The central focus of the new magazine issue is the state of global financial markets, particularly examining the instability caused by rapid technological change and shifting geopolitical dynamics. A prominent feature focuses on the unparalleled impact of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on the artificial intelligence sector, addressing concerns around ethics and investment bubbles. Further comprehensive reports analyse topics such as the record surge in gold prices, the new EU agency established to combat money laundering (AMLA), and the lengthy path of economic recovery for Greece. The text concludes by listing the multiple categories of World Finance awards presented in this edition, celebrating achievement across digital banking, investment management, and sustainable finance. Continue reading