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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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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)

What to Expect at President Biden’s State of the Union Address Tonight
What to Expect at President Biden’s State of the Union Address Tonight
President Joe Biden is expected to deliver the State of the Union address later this evening, CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De shares wha...
What to Expect at President Biden’s State of the Union Address Tonight

Russia-Ukraine Updates: SWIFT Ban, Starlink Activation and More
Russia-Ukraine Updates: SWIFT Ban, Starlink Activation and More
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De joins “First Mover” to discuss the Russia-Ukraine crisis. De explains how the Central Bank of Russia may...
Russia-Ukraine Updates: SWIFT Ban, Starlink Activation and More

Elon Musk activates Starlink in Ukraine. (Patrick Pleul - Pool/Getty))
Elon Musk Steps Up to Save Ukraine's Internet, but Details Are Sparse
The tech billionaire activated his Starlink satellite internet service in the country and said terminals needed to access the service are on the way.
Elon Musk activates Starlink in Ukraine. (Patrick Pleul - Pool/Getty))

Elon Musk Accuses the SEC of Harassment on Free Speech
Elon Musk Accuses the SEC of Harassment on Free Speech
Tesla CEO Elon Musk accused the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of harassment in a calculated effort to “chill” his right to free speech. The SEC closely watches the b...
Elon Musk Accuses the SEC of Harassment on Free Speech

Meme Investing: From GameStop to AMC, Did Wall Street Still Win?
Meme Investing: From GameStop to AMC, Did Wall Street Still Win?
In the aftermath of the GameStop short squeeze, Wall Street Journal “Heard on the Street” editor Spencer Jakab discusses the key findings from his new book “The Revolution Tha...
Meme Investing: From GameStop to AMC, Did Wall Street Still Win?

A Tesla recharging. (Blomst/Pixabay)
Tesla Records $101M Impairment Loss on Bitcoin Holdings for 2021
The company said it invested $1.5 billion in bitcoin in the first quarter of the year.
A Tesla recharging. (Blomst/Pixabay)

Sheila Warren to Lead Crypto Council for Innovation
Sheila Warren to Lead Crypto Council for Innovation
Former World Economic Forum executive Sheila Warren is now CEO of Washington-based lobbying group Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI). Last July, CCI co-hosted a bitcoin-focus...
Sheila Warren to Lead Crypto Council for Innovation

Fake Grimacecoin Jumps 285,000% After McDonald’s’ Tesla Joke
Fake Grimacecoin Jumps 285,000% After McDonald’s’ Tesla Joke
“Grimacecoin,” a token created after a McDonald’s joke tweet, surged as much as 285,641% for a few hours Wednesday. Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted, “I will eat a happy meal on TV...
Fake Grimacecoin Jumps 285,000% After McDonald’s’ Tesla Joke

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Fake Grimacecoin Jumps 285,000% After McDonald’s’ Tesla Joke
Opportunistic actors made quick money creating a token named after a burger-loving purple taste bud.
(Copyright Tim Roberts via Getty Images)