In a recent development, cryptocurrency influencer Tiffany Fong has reportedly seen a drop in her earnings and reach on X, following an alleged incident with tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), Musk followed Fong on the social media platform in September 2024, after she began sharing pro-Donald Trump content ahead of the impending presidential elections.
The association with Musk had initially led to a substantial increase in Fong’s X engagement and revenue, which reportedly soared to a staggering $21,000 within a two-week span. The SpaceX founder, known for his controversial views on population growth, began interacting with Fong more frequently, eventually culminating in a direct message in which he asked if she would consider having his child.
Fong, however, declined Musk’s proposition, indicating her preference for starting a family in a more traditional manner. According to reports, Fong had voiced concerns to close friends about potential repercussions on her earnings following her rejection of Musk’s offer. These fears appear to have materialized after Musk unfollowed her on X, a move that ostensibly led to a decline in her engagement and subsequent revenue drop.
The speculation around Musk’s proposition to Fong has been a subject of discussion for some time. In a surprising twist earlier this year, the rumors of her potential pregnancy had been converted into a wagering market on Polymarket, with Fong’s approval.
On the Talking Tokens podcast, however, Fong clarified that she is not expecting. When approached for a statement on the situation, she told Protos that she did not provide the information to WSJ and declined to comment further.
Musk, on his part, appears to have indirectly referenced the incident. A recent post on his X account read, “TMZ >> WSJ.” While this cryptic message does not confirm or deny the allegations, it certainly adds another layer of intrigue to this unfolding saga.
The consequences of this episode underscore the immense influence of high-profile individuals on social media platforms, where a single follow or unfollow can dramatically affect an influencer’s reach and income. As the narrative continues to unravel, it remains to be seen how this situation will further impact Fong’s career and Musk’s public image.
