Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has quietly removed cryptocurrency-related emojis from its hashtags, sparking confusion and speculation within the crypto community. The removal, which includes the well-known Bitcoin emoji, was first noticed on July 25 as the Bitcoin 2024 conference commenced in Nashville, Tennessee. The removal extended beyond Bitcoin, affecting other cryptocurrencies such as Cronos (CRO) and Binance Coin (BNB).
Crypto Emojis Disappear as Bitcoin 2024 Conference Begins
Introduced in 2020 under then-owner Jack Dorsey, the Bitcoin emoji and other crypto emojis were part of a broader effort to boost brand recognition and engagement within the platform’s sizable crypto user base. Despite the emojis’ popularity and their role in enhancing user interaction, X did not make a public announcement regarding the change, leaving users to discover and discuss it on their own.
Community Reaction to Emoji Removal
The crypto community has reacted swiftly and with a mix of disappointment and curiosity. Many users and industry advocates expressed sadness over the missing emojis, which had become a familiar and integral part of their online interactions. Some speculated that the removal could potentially impact the visibility and price of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.
Trump Campaign Considers Elon Musk for Economic, Border Policy AdvisoryThe emoji removal coincided with the Bitcoin 2024 conference, a significant event for the crypto world, which began on July 25. This year’s conference is notable not just for its timing but also for its high-profile speakers, including Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who is scheduled to speak on July 27.
MAGA Emoji Briefly Appears and Disappears
Interestingly, just a week before the removal of the crypto emojis, X had added and subsequently removed a dedicated emoji for the Trump-themed memecoin, MAGA (TRUMP. The MAGA emoji depicted Trump with his fist raised, an image tied to a recent assassination attempt he survived in Pennsylvania. Musk’s endorsement of Trump and the emoji’s brief existence have added another layer of intrigue to the ongoing developments on X.
Musk Denies Pro-Trump PAC Donation Claims
This development follows another recent controversy involving Elon Musk. On July 16, Musk vehemently denied reports from the Wall Street Journal claiming he planned to donate significant funds to a pro-Trump super PAC. Musk took to X to label these claims as “false,” posting an image with the words “FAKE GNUS” in response to the allegations.
