Bitcoin News
By Sakamoto Nashi
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Elon Musk has once again sent crypto enthusiasts into a frenzy, this time through his AI company xAI’s chatbot, Grok.
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The theory gained traction when artist NARDO pointed out on X that Ani closely resembles “Bitcoin Girl,” a character featured in the 2017 Counterparty trading card CCGBTCONE.
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This isn’t the first time the anime-style Bitcoin Girl has appeared in Musk’s orbit. The original CCGBTCONE card was minted on July 26, 2017, as part of the Oasis Mining set.
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In fact, Musk’s first interaction with the character dates back to October 22, 2018, when he tweeted an image of the girl in a Bitcoin-themed dress with the caption: “Wanna buy…
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The speculation surrounding Ani comes amid renewed interest in Musk’s stance on Bitcoin. His relationship with the cryptocurrency has evolved over the years—from posting memes to…
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Fast forward to July 2025, and Musk seems to be leaning back into Bitcoin’s embrace. On July 7, he confirmed that his new political initiative, dubbed the “America Party,” would…
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So, is Ani merely a nostalgic nod to Musk’s Bitcoin-filled past, or is it yet another instance of his layered sense of humor and irony?
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Whether deliberate or coincidental, Ani’s design has revived discussions around Musk’s role in crypto culture.
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At the very least, the debut of Ani reaffirms the cyclical nature of Musk’s interactions with Bitcoin: what starts as a meme or casual post often snowballs into broader market…
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