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Markets are powering higher even as Washington grinds to a halt. The Nasdaq just hit a record despite missing jobs data, Bitcoin’s roaring past $125K in “Uptober,” and Warren Buffett’s $304 billion empire is leaning quietly into AI. From shutdown risks to quantum security, here’s everything shaping the week ahead.

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Market News

👛 BTC/USD: Bitcoin Jumps to Record $125,000 Despite Govt Shutdown. Welcome, Uptober.
Bitcoin surged to a record $125,000, reaching a $2.5 trillion market cap. surpassing Amazon’s $2.4 trillion value.
The rally comes amid the U.S. government shutdown, as traders flock to crypto in a so-called “debasement trade.”
Meanwhile, stocks and gold are also hitting highs, marking a strong start to what crypto traders call “Uptober.”

📈 IXIC: Nasdaq Composite Adds 0.4% to Set New Record High Despite No-Show Jobs Data
The Nasdaq Composite rose 0.4% to a record high despite the ongoing U.S. government shutdown and missing jobs data.
Investors brushed off the “economic blackout,” with markets now expecting an October rate cut.
Earnings season begins next week, led by Levi Strauss, Constellation Brands, and Delta Air Lines, followed by major banks later in October.

🧠 33.5% of Warren Buffett's $304 Billion Portfolio Is Invested in 4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks
About 33.5% of Warren Buffett’s $304 billion Berkshire Hathaway portfolio is invested in four companies leveraging AI. Apple, Amazon, Coca-Cola, and Domino’s Pizza.
While Buffett avoids trendy investments, these holdings are using AI to transform operations, from Apple’s “Apple Intelligence” features to Coca-Cola’s AI-driven marketing.
Together, they show how AI is quietly powering Buffett’s long-term value strategy despite his cautious approach to new tech trends.

Invest & Strategies

📈 How Much Social Security's 2026 COLA Is Forecast to Raise Benefits for Retirees Ages 62 to 80
Social Security benefits are expected to rise by 2.7% in 2026, slightly above 2025’s 2.5% increase.
The average retired worker could receive about $54 more per month, bringing the typical benefit to around $2,059.
The official COLA announcement is scheduled for October 15, 2025, pending the end of the government shutdown.

👀 Prediction: This Quantum-AI Company Will Redefine Cloud Security by 2030
IBM is emerging as a leader in quantum cybersecurity, aiming to secure cloud systems against future quantum-powered hacks.
Its Quantum Safe™ initiative focuses on developing encryption and hardware solutions like the z16 and z17 mainframes.
By 2030, IBM expects quantum-based attacks to rise and is helping set industry standards through groups like NIST and OASIS.

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