Will Crypto Have a Place in Elon Musk’s X Super App?

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X, the phoenix risen from the ashes of Twitter, aspires to don the robes of a “super app,” weaving together the threads of financial services, perhaps even embracing the enigmatic world of crypto. A delightful dream, indeed, for those who dance in the digital currency realm.

Yet, our dear CEO Linda Yaccarino, in her wisdom, has chosen to remain cryptic about these aspirations. Ah, the labyrinth of regulations awaits, a daunting quest that may stretch longer than a Russian winter.

Could X Offer Crypto Trading?

Ah, Twitter, once a sanctuary for crypto enthusiasts, a bustling bazaar of ideas and innovations! Since the illustrious Elon Musk took the helm in late 2022, visions of a “super app” have danced in the air like fireflies on a summer night.

Just today, Fortune whispered sweet nothings of imminent change, fueled by a surge of momentum:

“You’ll be able to come to X and be able to transact your whole financial life on the platform. And that’s whether I can pay you for the pizza that we shared last night or make an investment or a trade. A whole commerce ecosystem and a financial ecosystem is going to emerge on the platform that does not exist today,” proclaimed the ever-optimistic Linda Yaccarino.

She painted a vivid picture of this grand vision, drawing inspiration from WeChat, that bustling Chinese marketplace of messages and transactions.

Imagine! A harmonious blend of messaging, payments, and shopping, with plans to tango with Visa for wallet services. Yet, the elusive crypto remains a ghost in this new model.

Let’s not forget, our maestro Elon Musk is a fervent crypto aficionado, with his other ventures hoarding Bitcoin like a dragon with its gold. One would think that integrating crypto trading into X would be as easy as pie. 🍰

After all, the leadership and the loyal user base are practically begging for it!

But alas, the path is fraught with challenges. Cooperation from regulators is as rare as a blue moon. Musk has already stirred the pot with his crypto escapades, even before X entered the fray.

And let’s not overlook the legendary spat between him and President Trump earlier this month. Tensions may have simmered down, but the scars remain.

So, while the crypto community dreams of a place in X’s super app, Yaccarino’s silence speaks volumes. If this dream were to materialize, it would surely be a slam dunk for all involved. 🏀

For now, however, X may choose to embrace the philosophy of “under-promise and over-deliver,” a mantra as old as time itself.

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2025-06-19 21:25