In 1997, the world witnessed significant events across various fields. The Asian financial crisis began, affecting economies in several countries, particularly in Southeast Asia. In the realm of technology, IBM's Deep Blue made headlines by defeating world chess champion Garry Kasparov, marking a milestone in artificial intelligence. In entertainment, the film Titanic, directed by James Cameron, was released and became a massive box office success, eventually winning 11 Academy Awards. Additionally, the Harry Potter book series began with the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in the UK, introducing readers to a magical world that would grow in popularity over the years.