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Behind these cyber attacks lies a current of hostility towards Elon Musk and his ventures. The past few days on social media saw calls for violence against the billionaire, punctuated by disturbing images made against him and aggressive sentiments across platforms like Reddit. This stark reaction resembled what some are calling "Musk Derangement Syndrome." Just as “Trump Derangement Syndrome” reflected extreme backlash against the former president, the online vitriol directed at Musk paints a picture of a polarized digital landscape.
In recent events, Musk has been both criticized for his business decisions and lauded for his involvement with cryptocurrencies, such as Dogecoin, suggesting an intersection between the backlash he's receiving and financial stakes involved.