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Elon Musk is a prominent figure in the world of cryptocurrencies, known for his involvement and influence within the industry. As the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, Musk has garnered significant attention for his interest and support of digital currencies like Bitcoin and Dogecoin. While his statements and actions have had a notable impact on the market, it is important to approach his involvement with a critical lens, considering the volatile nature of cryptocurrencies. Musk's tweets and public endorsements have often led to significant price fluctuations, causing both excitement and concern among investors.

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Elon Musk Shouldn't Lead Twitter
Crypto, the source of so many of Twitter’s problems, also provides a blueprint in advocating for permissionless protocols.
Elon Musk, chief executive officer of Tesla. (Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

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Twitter Closes Down on Session as Musk Calls for Shareholder Vote
Here’s what happened today in regards to Elon Musk’s effort at a hostile takeover of Twitter.
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Would a Private Twitter Owned by Elon Musk Be Better for Free Speech?
The Tesla billionaire has made a $40B+ offer to buy the company.
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Why is BTC Moving in Sync With Nasdaq?
Why is BTC Moving in Sync With Nasdaq?
GlobalBlock Market Analyst Marcus Sotiriou shares his bitcoin price outlook as bitcoin moves in sync with the Nasdaq and S&P 500, noting macro factors like the U.S. Core Produ...
Why is BTC Moving in Sync With Nasdaq?

What's Elon Musk's Plan for Twitter?
What’s Elon Musk’s Plan for Twitter?
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has offered to buy social media company Twitter (TWTR) for about $41.3 billion in cash, following his decision against taking a board seat. “The Has...
What's Elon Musk's Plan for Twitter?

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Elon Musk Offers to Buy Twitter to Take Company Private
Tron founder Justin Sun responded by tweeting he would offer $60 a share, compared with Musk's $54.20.
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Elon Musk, Twitter and Running Things Like a DAO
Why the world's richest man may not have the lasting influence he craves.
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Why Elon Musk Backed Out of Twitter Board Seat
Why Elon Musk Backed Out of Twitter Board Seat
Elon Musk has reversed his decision to join Twitter’s board of directors after becoming the company’s largest outside shareholder and campaigning for the addition of an “edit”...
Why Elon Musk Backed Out of Twitter Board Seat