At a lecture hall in Manila, tech entrepreneur and investment icon Joseph Plazo drew a bold line on what machines can and cannot do for the future of finance—and why understanding this may define who wins in tomorrow’s markets.You could feel the electricity in the crowd. Young scholars—some furiously taking notes, others capturing every word

Amid the warm Manila breeze, in a university hall buzzing with intellect, renowned AI investor Joseph Plazo made a striking distinction on what AI can and cannot achieve for the future of finance—and why understanding this may define who wins in tomorrow’s markets.Tension and curiosity pulsed through the room. Students—some eagerly recording