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    Is Elon Musk Buying More Bitcoin?

    Story Highlights
    • Elon Musk slams GOP spending bill as inflation fears grow, sparking speculation Tesla may increase its Bitcoin holdings as a hedge.

    • Analysts say reckless fiscal policy could push Tesla toward more Bitcoin; bill also draws criticism for limiting state AI regulation.

    Elon Muskโ€™s fiery reaction to a controversial Republican-backed spending bill has reignited speculation that Tesla may increase its Bitcoin holdings. His comment comes shortly after Trump gave Musk a public Oval Office send-off, ending his role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).ย 

    The bill, which proposes massive tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy, is expected to add $3.8 trillion to the U.S. national debt over the next decade. XRP advocate John Deaton believes this economic direction could encourage Musk and Tesla to adopt Bitcoin further. Elon and Tesla already hold 11,509k BTC; based on Deatonโ€™s prediction, they could add more BTC as a hedge against government spending.ย 

    A Billboard for Bitcoin?

    Deaton, who has previously taken on crypto-skeptic lawmakers like Senator Elizabeth Warren, didnโ€™t mince words. He called the bill a โ€œwalking advertisement for Bitcoin,โ€ implying that continued inflation and reckless fiscal policies could make decentralized assets more attractive to institutions like Tesla.

    Musk himself didnโ€™t hold back, labeling the bill a โ€œdisgusting abomination.โ€ Senator Rand Paul also agreed with Elon Musk, highlighting concerns about an additional $5 trillion in debt and wasteful government spending. Though the bill still faces significant hurdles in the Senate, its potential to worsen inflation has raised alarm bells even among traditional economists. Notably, gold advocate Peter Schiff warned the bill would drive inflation higher by deepening deficits and weakening the dollar.ย 

    Adding to that, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene raised an issue about a provision, apparently on pages 278-279 of the bill, that would prevent states from regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI) for 10 years. Sheโ€™s concerned this infringes on statesโ€™ rights and gives too much control over AI to the federal government, especially when the full capabilities of AI arenโ€™t yet understood.

    Teslaโ€™s Bitcoin History

    Tesla first made headlines with a $1.5 billion Bitcoin investment in 2021. While the company has sold portions of that stash, it still holds approximately $1.2 billion in BTC, according to Arkham Intelligence. Musk hasnโ€™t hinted directly at new purchases, but with inflation concerns mounting and fiat skepticism growing, analysts say the door is open for Tesla to reload.

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    FAQs

    How much Bitcoin does Tesla own?

    As of now, Tesla holds around 11,509 BTC, valued at approximately $1.2 billion according to Arkham Intelligence.

    What is the One Big Beautiful Bill Act?

    A U.S. budget bill proposing tax cuts and spending changes, projected to add $3.8 trillion to the national debt over a decade.

    How might the bill affect Tesla’s Bitcoin strategy?

    Analysts suggest Tesla could increase Bitcoin holdings as a hedge against inflation from rising government debt.

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