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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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Tesla CEO and Twitter board member Elon Musk (Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk)
Dogecoin Rallies Again After Elon Musk Joins Twitter Board
The news comes one day after the Tesla CEO disclosed his ownership of 9.2% of Twitter, making him the company’s largest individual shareholder.
Tesla CEO and Twitter board member Elon Musk (Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk)

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Is Elon's 9.2% Stake in Twitter a Web 3 Play?
Elon Musk’s $3 billion bet has many speculating about who might be unbanned.
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Elon Musk Takes 9.2% Stake in Twitter After Slamming its Approach to "Free Speech"
Elon Musk Takes 9.2% Stake in Twitter After Slamming its Approach to “Free Speech”
Elon Musk has become the largest outside shareholder in Twitter, with a 9.2% stake in the social media platform. “The Hash” panel discusses the market reaction to this announc...
Elon Musk Takes 9.2% Stake in Twitter After Slamming its Approach to "Free Speech"

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Crypto News Roundup for April 4, 2022
With bitcoin trading flat while Elon Musk indirectly pumps meme coins and a look at how crypto can help advance outdated anti-money laundering practices, CoinDesk’s Markets Da...
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Crypto Markets React to LFG's BTC Reserves, Musk Taking 9.2% Stake in Twitter
Crypto Markets React to LFG’s BTC Reserves, Musk Taking 9.2% Stake in Twitter
Quantum Economics Founder & CEO Mati Greenspan discusses the current state of the crypto markets as the Luna Foundation Guard purchased about $400 million worth of BTC over th...
Crypto Markets React to LFG's BTC Reserves, Musk Taking 9.2% Stake in Twitter

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Dogecoin Spikes 10% After News of Musk's $3B Stake in Twitter
The prices of some other meme coins rose in tandem.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk (Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk)
Musk Takes Nearly $3B Stake in Twitter; DOGE Spikes
The Tesla CEO often uses the social media site to disseminate his views on crypto.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk (Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk)

The Shiba inu dog breed, inspiration for dogecoin. (Pixabay)
Dogecoin Leaps to 1-Month High as ATM Operator Adds the Coin to Its Network
The cryptocurrency can now be traded at ATMs run by Bitcoin of America.
The Shiba inu dog breed, inspiration for dogecoin. (Pixabay)

Inflation has risen to four-decade highs in the U.S. (Source: Pixabay, Photomosh)
Inflation Worries Top Concerns Before Fed Meeting, Spur Musk Comment
Surging prices for food, energy and housing have sent inflation in the U.S. to a four-decade high.
Inflation has risen to four-decade highs in the U.S. (Source: Pixabay, Photomosh)

Shiba inu, the dog breed that inspired dogecoin, now accepted among donations to Ukraine. (Getty Images)
Ukraine Expands Crypto Donations to Accept Dogecoin
The dog-themed meme coin joins bitcoin, ether, USDT, SOL and DOT as cryptocurrencies currently accepted by Ukraine.
Shiba inu, the dog breed that inspired dogecoin, now accepted among donations to Ukraine. (Getty Images)