CEX Coins Experience Price Declines Amid Elon Musk's Critique of Trump's Tax Plan

Dogecoin's sharp drop of 16% this week reflects heightened market volatility due to the public feud between Musk and Trump, impacting overall investor sentiment.

BTC
DOGE

Summary

Dogecoin fell 16% this week, including an 11% drop on Thursday, amid escalating tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Musk's exit from the Department of Government Efficiency and his public criticisms of Trump contributed to the decline. The broader crypto market saw about $982 million in liquidations, with Bitcoin and altcoins also experiencing significant losses.

Terms & Concepts
  • CEX coins: Cryptocurrencies that are traded on centralized exchanges, which facilitate the buying and selling of digital assets.
  • liquidation: The process of closing out a margin position by selling off assets to cover losses.
  • market capitalization: The total market value of a cryptocurrency, calculated by multiplying its current price by the total supply of coins.