Elon Musk, the world’s richest person and tech pioneer, recently changed his X (formerly Twitter) handle to “Kekius Maximus,” sparking widespread speculation among his millions of followers.
The name “Kekius” is derived from online slang for laughter, while Musk’s new profile picture features Pepe the Frog dressed in Roman military attire holding a video game joystick, blending elements of gaming, internet culture, and historical references.
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This move has generated significant online buzz, though Musk has not explained the meaning behind the new name or profile picture.
The change also led to a surge in the value of a meme coin with the same name, though it’s unclear whether Musk’s actions are linked to the cryptocurrency.
“Kekius” is a subtle version of “kek,” a term popularized by gamers and often associated with the alt-right, while “Maximus” likely references the Gladiator character Maximus Decimus Meridius.
