The CEO of Tesla Inc., Elon Muskchanged its name on its social media platform, Xpour “Kecius Maximus(CRYPTO: KEKIUS). He also changed his profile picture to that of “Pepe the Frog” as 2024 comes to an end.
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Change photo profile de Musk for that of Pepe (CRYPTO: PEPE) also propelled the cryptocurrency – it was up more than 7% at the time of writing.
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This is not the first time Musk has changed his profile picture or name to that of a memecoin.
Dogecoin (CRYPTO:DOGE), a well-known meme cryptocurrency, has often been one of Musk’s favorites. On several occasions, Musk has adopted memes by changing his name or profile picture. He once changed the profile picture of the official Twitter account (now X) to display a chien Shiba Inu the iconic symbol of Dogecoin.
Note de Benzinga : Investing in meme cryptocurrencies is highly speculative and carries significant risks. Meme cryptocurrencies often lack intrinsic value and are influenced by market sentiment, social media trends, and speculation. Prices can be extremely volatile and you could lose your entire investment. Always do thorough research, assess your risk tolerance, and consult a financial advisor before investing in cryptocurrencies or meme cryptocurrencies.
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