Yeliz Akmaca 
Elon Musk “Everything App” vision is approaching a pivotal moment next month. Social media giant X is preparing to launch “Smart Cashtags” in February, allowing users to track real-time data for cryptocurrencies and stocks. Previously, X experimented with a similar feature but quietly removed it; this time, a more robust comeback is planned.
Not Just Prices—Trading May Be Included
According to X’s Head of Product Nikita Bier on January 11, the new feature will go beyond simple price charts. Users will be able to access smart contract information and current news related to each asset directly from their timelines.
Leaked screenshots even hint at potential “Buy/Sell” buttons inside X. The market is speculating: is X partnering with brokerage platforms like Robinhood, or building its own trading infrastructure? Bier stated, “X is the best source for financial news — and hundreds of billions of dollars are deployed based on what people read here,” underscoring the platform’s ambitious aim.
Crypto Community Reaction and Timing
The announcement coincides with criticism from the crypto community claiming content suppression on X. Users have argued that organic crypto content was being buried while spam dominated feeds. Smart Cashtags may be seen as a strategic move to ease this tension.
Risks and Key Points to Watch
X has obtained money transmitter licenses in at least 25 U.S. states, signaling preparation for crypto-based payments. However, it remains unclear which products will actively leverage these licenses. While the feature offers real-time tracking advantages, content visibility and platform balance risks remain.
Solana Labs has welcomed the development; Smart Cashtags will allow Solana-based tokens and charts to be tracked directly on X, generating excitement in the community.
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