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Recent news highlights two significant, albeit unrelated, developments. Firstly, the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) revealed that students from Singapore and mainland China achieved top global scores. This assessment, involving 760,000 15-year-olds from 91 countries and economies, also noted a record low in average scores across OECD countries, underscoring a concerning trend in global educational performance. Secondly, the Hong Kong stock exchange celebrated its 40th anniversary with a special ceremony evoking memories of its past. This milestone comes amidst a chip boom that has powered the exchange, emphasizing its resilience and innovation. While the PISA results point to disparities in global education, the Hong Kong stock exchange's anniversary signifies a period of technological advancement and economic strength.