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X Launches X Money External Beta
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Elon Musk's X this week began limited external beta testing of X Money, offering users cashback on card purchases and a reported 6% annual percentage yield on deposits, which are held at Cross River Bank and insured by the FDIC up to $250,000. Hollywood actor William Shatner participated and auctioned beta invites; X said eligibility requires U.S. residency, age 18+, and an active X account, while crypto integration remains unconfirmed.
Key Points
- 1Announces limited external beta offering cashback and 6% APY on deposits held at Cross River Bank
- 2Highlights Musk's 'everything app' push to centralize payments, identity, content, and AI services
- 3Requires U.S. residents 18+ with active X accounts; Visa metal debit cards issued
Scoring Rationale
Timely product beta from a major platform, with clear features; limited documentation and unclear crypto plans reduce impact.
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