Bitcoin Reflects Energy As The ‘True Currency,’ Elon Musk Says

Bitcoin Reflects Energy As The ‘True Currency,’ Elon Musk Says

Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk has stoked fresh debate about Bitcoin after a recent social post in which he said the cryptocurrency is “based on energy” and that energy cannot be faked. The comment, posted on X, quickly drew attention from investors and politicians alike. Related Reading: XRP Price Suppression? Analyst Points To Big […]


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