- Elon Musk is transforming Twitter into “X”, aiming for it to be an ‘everything app’ with potential crypto functionalities, including his favored dogecoin (DOGE).
- Recent endeavors hint at Musk’s ambition to introduce both traditional and crypto payments within “X”, despite the challenges of mainstream crypto acceptance.
- Industry experts like Phillip Shoemaker recognize Musk’s intent to make “X” a major payments platform, emphasizing its potential for crypto integration.
Elon Musk, the mind behind innovative ventures such as Tesla and SpaceX, has once again captured global attention. This time, he’s turned his sights on transforming the widely-used Twitter into an all-encompassing platform named “X.” Experts believe this could catalyze the rise of cryptocurrencies, especially Musk’s often-discussed favorite, dogecoin (DOGE).
For years, Musk has envisioned the creation of an ‘everything app’, a platform merging social media, messaging, financial transactions, and more. Considering Musk’s deep-rooted history with digital currencies, introducing cryptocurrency functionalities into “X” seems a fitting progression.
Under Musk’s direction, Tesla is known to have invested in Bitcoin. Beyond this, Musk’s enthusiasm for DOGE is no secret. He once replaced Twitter’s iconic logo with the dogecoin emblem, leading to a brief but significant surge in its market value. This affinity suggests that DOGE payments might find a home within “X”.
Brian D. Evans, the driving force behind BDE Ventures, noted,
Elon clearly has an affinity for doge, almost as part of a running joke, but I wouldn’t be surprised if he actually went through with enabling payments via doge.
Earlier in 2023, rumors surfaced about Musk pioneering a payment structure within his business realm, capable of handling both traditional and cryptocurrency transactions. Analysts speculate this could hint at the forthcoming cryptocurrency features on the “X” platform.
Yet, the challenge remains: though increasing in popularity, cryptocurrencies haven’t wholly dominated mainstream financial dealings. While the inception of crypto payments on “X” might not guarantee immediate widespread acceptance, especially given Musk’s polarizing persona, there’s no denying the potential for “X” to magnify cryptocurrency exposure, thanks to its vast user community.
