In the cryptocurrency community, Crypto Eri, a well-known personality, reached out to Elon Musk on X to request clarification regarding the account suspension.
Elon Musk, the executive chair and chief technical officer of X (formerly Twitter), has drawn criticism for suspending an XRP-related account. Crypto Eri, a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency community, contacted Elon Musk on X, seeking clarification regarding the account suspension and inquiring whether it was a mistake.
The account under scrutiny, Digital Asset Investor.XRP, was well-known for its vocal support of XRP, the cryptocurrency associated with the XRP Ledger blockchain. XRP has been mired in numerous controversies and legal challenges, with a significant lawsuit filed by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), alleging that XRP constitutes an unregistered security.
Despite the challenges, XRP has maintained a dedicated community of supporters who maintain a positive outlook on its prospects. Digital Asset Investor.XRP provided a platform for XRP enthusiasts to share insights, engage in discussions about cryptocurrency, and exchange information.
While a few have come to Musk’s defense, arguing that the suspension was a preventive step against potential scammers, the silence from X representatives has fueled speculation.
In response to a suggestion that the suspensions were an anti-scam measure, Crypto Eri firmly maintained her view that the account’s suspension was unwarranted.
The controversy, which has attracted the interest of notable industry supporters, including pro-XRP attorney John Deaton, is now centered on whether the suspension is an isolated occurrence or indicative of a resurgence of censorship within the X community.
Simultaneously, a recent report has revealed an ongoing SEC investigation into Musk. This investigation is probing whether Musk violated federal securities regulations regarding his stock purchases and subsequent statements and disclosures related to the X acquisition.