Chapter 469: Irrefutable Evidence, Media Frenzy

The analyst took a deep breath and explained rapidly:
“Because the vast majority of startups across the US have their main deposits and cash flow almost entirely concentrated in Silicon Valley Bank!
Now, Fang Huan Investment is like a locust swarm, frantically acquiring these companies, causing an unprecedented, concentrated, and massive outflow of funds from Silicon Valley Bank!
This move has triggered a chain reaction, resulting in a tsunami of capital flight!
The news has spread, and all institutions, including Goldman Sachs, are urgently notifying their clients:
Immediately! Right now! Withdraw all your money from Silicon Valley Bank! It will be too late if you wait any longer!”
“Wait…you mean…a bank run?!” Bell’s face instantly turned pale.
“Fang Huan is artificially orchestrating…a bank run against a top-tier institution like Silicon Valley Bank?!”
“Nothing is impossible; it’s happening right now!” The analyst’s voice trembled slightly.
“The Fed’s interest rate hike caused a complete collapse in the prices of long-term bonds that Silicon Valley Bank had previously invested in, resulting in huge losses on its books!
And Fang Huan Investment’s move was the final straw!
Now, the startups they acquired are starting to undermine their operations, leading a run on the bank and becoming the fuse that ignited the powder keg!
Silicon Valley Bank simply doesn’t have that much cash! This bank run has likely already begun!”
A thunderclap seemed to explode in Bell’s mind, instantly connecting all the clues.
Only now did he finally see the whole picture!
But he still couldn’t believe that a financial behemoth like Silicon Valley Bank could be so easily pushed into the abyss!
"Our model predicts that the run on Silicon Valley Bank will erupt as early as today.
This week alone, we might witness the complete collapse of Silicon Valley Bank!"
Fanghuan Investment… that Su Hao… their seemingly illogical and inexplicable acquisition of a game company actually concealed such a ruthless and terrifying killing move!
This isn't a business transaction; it's a war in the financial dimension!
"No, that's not right… why would Fanghuan go to such lengths to bring down Silicon Valley Bank… what benefit does he gain?"
But Bell only pondered this question for less than three seconds before an even more insane and terrifying thought chilled him to the bone and sent shivers down his spine.
"Could it be… for Fanghuan Coin?" The analyst provided the horrifying answer:
"They're paving the way for their own 'Fanghuan Coin'!
By crippling the traditional banking system, they aim to shake people's confidence in the existing monetary system, thereby conversely increasing the value of their Fanghuan Coin!"
No, that's not right.
Simply taking down a Silicon Valley bank is far from enough to shake the foundations of the dollar.
But what if this is just the beginning?
What if they detonate one financial bombshell after another;
causing global banks to fall like dominoes;
causing fiat currencies to continuously depreciate in value;
while only the "magic coins" linked to gold and the real economy remain steadfast?
"My God..." Bell's back was instantly soaked with cold sweat.
"These utter lunatics!
Do they... really think they can single-handedly overturn global monetary hegemony and usher in a new mainstream currency for the world?!"
***
Meanwhile, at a secret base.
Anthony, the supreme commander of "Wildfire Security," was looking at the documents delivered by his intelligence agents with satisfaction, a cold smile playing on his lips.
"Hmph, it really is this woman. I was wondering why she looked so familiar."
"Boss, if this gets out, I'm afraid... the whole of Europe will be in an uproar," his adjutant warned.
"Uproar? Of course it will be uproar!" Anthony sneered.
"Once this bombshell is dropped into the media frenzy, the whole world will go crazy. They'll give it a resounding name—'Qatargate'!
The kind that will go down in history!"
Qatargate.
A shocking scandal capable of upending the entire European political landscape.
The Qatar World Cup, a sporting event shrouded in controversy from its inception, concealed a dirty web of deals far exceeding public imagination.
The human rights of countless laborers initially sparked boycotts from multiple countries.
Strangely, those nations that voiced the most vehement protests ultimately backed down and obediently participated.
The reason? Money.
Now, the documents in Anthony's hands perfectly explain it all.
"The financial power of oil-rich countries is truly the most terrifying magic in the world," Anthony said sarcastically.
"With money to burn, they use it to silence all opponents.
They can even trample conscience, principles, and even national dignity into the ground!"
To successfully host the World Cup, Qatar wove a corrupt network spanning across Europe, bribing countless politicians and officials.
And the EU Vice President, who vehemently opposed the wildfires spreading across Europe, was one of the biggest recipients of these bribes.
"I don't know whether to call it good luck or... headquarters anticipated all of this, even deliberately leaving this 'pawn' for us."
Anthony's eyes deepened.
"Once this bomb is detonated, the biggest obstacle to our advance into Europe will be pulverized!"
"Yes, boss. The relevant information has been anonymously sent to major European media outlets.
Meanwhile, a more detailed report with a more complete chain of evidence has been submitted to the Belgian authorities investigating the case."
Ironclad evidence, media frenzy.
With the media's relentless attacks, even if the EU tries to cover it up, it will be futile.
The only outcome for that vice-president will be disgraced and forced to resign.
And "Wildfire" can take advantage of this chaos to quietly establish its base in Greece, spreading its influence like vines across the entire European continent.
From Africa, forcefully penetrating the heart of Europe!
"Make this a huge scandal! The bigger the better!
Make it a city-wide scandal, known to everyone!
Ensure she has absolutely no chance to escape!
Let her never recover!"
Anthony ordered, his eyes flashing with murderous intent.
"The bigger the commotion, the safer our operation will be!"
"We must draw the world's attention there until we've firmly established ourselves in Europe!"
"Yes, sir!"
"By the way, what did headquarters say? What was their response to our concise briefing?"
"Ah, headquarters...no instructions."
Anthony smiled.
No instructions.
But in his view, that was more meaningful than any order!
It represented absolute trust!
It represented, "Go for it! If the sky falls, I'll hold it up for you!"