Tech titan Musk’s Twitter takes a playful turn into Dogecoin territory

In a recent Twitter post, tech magnate Elon Musk set the social media platform ablaze with a Dogecoin-themed tweet, once again showcasing his affinity for the cryptocurrency and his penchant for the number “420.”

Musk’s playful nod to Dogecoin’s favorite digits

Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla and SpaceX, has once again captured the attention of his vast Twitter following, this time with a tweet centered around his favored digits – “420.” Known for his playful interactions on social media, Musk incorporated the number associated with the meme cryptocurrency Dogecoin, sparking humorous and enthusiastic responses from his followers.

In the tweet, Musk shared the staggering statistic of “420M mobile search results,” accompanied by a face with tears of joy emoji. This number, 420, holds significance not only in the world of cryptocurrency but also as a cultural reference to “4/20” – April 20th, colloquially known as weed day. 

Additionally, Dogecoin enthusiasts have dubbed it “Doge day,” further intertwining Musk’s tweet with the cryptocurrency’s community celebrations.

Musk’s affection for 420 and 69

Elon Musk’s fascination with the number 420 goes beyond the cryptocurrency realm. In 2020, he revealed that he finds amusement in the fact that he was born “69 days after 420” – on June 28. 

This combination of numbers has become a recurring theme in Musk’s Twitter posts, contributing to the lighthearted and jovial tone that often characterizes his online presence.

It’s worth noting that Musk’s reference to 420 has a historical context as well. In 2018, Musk faced legal challenges from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over a tweet where he claimed he was taking Tesla private at $420 with secured funding. After a legal battle, Musk emerged victorious in what became known as the “420 Tesla case.”

Community response and Ripple CTO’s playful interaction

Unsurprisingly, Musk’s latest “420 tweets” garnered an eager response from his massive Twitter following, affectionately known as the “X army.” Many joined in the jest, creating a wave of support and camaraderie within the community.

Interestingly, Ripple‘s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) couldn’t resist joining the playful banter. Posting a similar joke that incorporated XRP, the digital currency associated with Ripple, the CTO seemingly congratulated Musk on his legal victory. 

This exchange highlights the interconnected and dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency community, where humor and camaraderie often prevail.

Neural Ink’s milestone achievement

In a separate development, Musk shared that Neuralink, one of his recent ventures, achieved a significant milestone by launching its inaugural product named “Telepathy.” This groundbreaking microchip, implanted in the human brain, enables individuals to control their computers and smartphones merely through thought.

 Musk emphasized that this technology could extend to control almost any other device, marking a revolutionary step in human-computer interaction.

The successful implantation of the chip into a patient’s brain was reported by Musk, who also mentioned that the patient was recovering well at the time of the press release. Neuralink’s Telepathy represents a leap forward in merging technology with the human brain, opening new possibilities for the future of communication and control.