Crypto reputation took a huge hit from the Donald Trump meme coin debacle, and Graphite Network is looking to capitalize on it. It also didn’t help that Solana’s get-rich-quick projects have battered crypto’s credibility.

It’s not the only high-profile tech sector to hit a rough patch. Tesla’s market cap halved from $1.5 trillion in December 2024 to $760 billion by March. Despite its cutting-edge tech and deep pockets,.  What’s next for the Donald Trump meme coin, Graphite Network and Tesla?

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The Fallout from Elon Musk’s Political Choices in Donald Trump Era

Elon Musk has always been a controversial figure, but his recent ventures into high-profile political positions have cost Tesla dearly. His role in the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), endorsements of right-wing figures like Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland, and divisive public rhetoric have alienated customers and spooked investors.

It’s probably all short-term. A surge in right-wing sentiment, sparked by immigration debates and the demand for local manufacturing, dominates the moment. At the same time, Musk’s approval ratings are in freefall.

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March 2025 polls conducted by CNN – likely biased  but who knows- reveal that 53% of Americans now view him negatively. This shift in perception has led to vandalism and a decline in sales. Tesla has faced additional setbacks like firebombing of charging stations and plummeting sales figures in key markets.

China has seen a sales drop of 49%, while Germany reports an even bleaker 76%.

Even the resale value of Tesla’s Cybertrucks has taken a nosedive, down 58% compared to last year.

Graphite Network: When Trust Becomes a Market Driver

Tesla’s downfall is a cautionary tale in which trust, not technology, has become the deciding factor. According to Marko Ratkovic, CTO of Graphite Network, the damage to Elon Musk’s reputation underscores the evolving nature of markets.

“Markets don’t just reward innovation – they punish broken trust,” Ratkovic commented. “Tesla’s drop reinforces what we at Graphite Network know well: reputation isn’t a side effect of success; it’s what creates it.”

Modern consumers and investors crave trust and ethics over raw performance. This shift is forcing companies across the board to adapt. Projects like Graphite Network are reshaping the landscape with built-in transparency tools like reputation scoring and tagged blockchain addresses, signaling a future where credibility isn’t optional.

They also look to target the meme sector like the Donald Trump meme coin debacle.

What’s Next for Tesla?

Tesla’s tech remains strong, but its brand recovery will be slow—not helped by Elon Musk alienating a chunk of Democratic buyers. 99Bitcoin’s analysts predict smoother days by summer – you can take that prediction to the bank.

Trust, now a core currency in the market, is more complex to rebuild these days.

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Key Takeaways

  • Crypto reputation took a huge hit from the Donald Trump meme coin debacle, and Graphite Network is looking to capitalize on it.
  • Projects like Graphite Network are reshaping the landscape with built-in transparency tools like reputation scoring,

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Isaiah McCall is an ultramarathon runner and journalist for 99Bitcoins. He started at USAToday in 2019 and now has a Medium blog following of 30k+ and millions of views. Follow him at @AfroReporter Read More

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