特斯拉投資 15 億美元比特幣，準備接受比特幣購車

特斯拉投資 15 億美元比特幣，準備接受比特幣購車

特斯拉投資 15 億美元購入比特幣，預期為了之後要讓消費者可直接用比特幣付款購車。

特斯拉今天向證交委員會遞交財務運用報告，表示為了更靈活運用公司的現金流，購入價值 15 億美元比特幣，同時將會接受用戶透過比特幣購買他們的產品。

根據特斯拉最新財報，手上現金約有 190 億美元，換句話說，將近一成現金都拿來買比特幣了。消息傳出後，比特幣價格瞬間暴漲，目前站上 4.3 萬美元高點，且持續向上攀升。

▲ 比特幣在特斯拉宣布投資後，價格暴漲，圖為過去 1 小時內行情。（Source：Coinbase）

過去兩星期，特斯拉執行長馬斯克多次在 Twitter 提及加密貨幣，包括比特幣和狗狗幣，現在回頭一看，原來他是在暗示這場大局。更讓人看傻眼的是，竟然會有人先把價格拉高之後，再大筆投入購買比特幣，世界首富的思維果然難以預測。

同時，特斯拉股價開盤也快速上漲 2.42%，來到 872.9 美元。

▲ 特斯拉的報告原文。（Source：SEC）

特斯拉報告書表示，非常了解持有大量虛擬貨幣可能面對的風險，包括劇烈的價格變動、資訊安全危機及會計法規計算困難。未來，如果要開放接受比特幣交易，他們也會確保一切都在符合法規的情況下進行。

（首圖來源：特斯拉）

馬斯克投顧再度開張？一個 hashtag 讓比特幣報價盤中大飆一成

特斯拉（Tesla）執行長馬斯克（Elon Musk）的號召力顯然可以讓他再成立一家公司：馬斯克投顧。繼貼出一則狗狗圖像讓狗狗幣報價一夕之間爆噴 500% 後，馬斯克在 Twitter 又有新動作，他在帳戶簡介加入「#bitcoin」（比特幣），光這個舉動，就讓比特幣盤中直線拉升，飆漲一成。

▲ 馬斯克在 Twitter 個人介紹加了 #bitcoin。

▲ 比特幣 29 日因馬斯克推文爆漲。（Source：Yahoo!Finance）

馬斯克投顧近日頻頻開張，在助攻比特幣之前，馬斯克才剛對動作角色扮演遊戲《電馭叛客 2077》（Cyberpunk 2077）表示讚賞，帶動波蘭遊戲開發商 CD Projekt 股價聞訊大漲，成為受惠馬斯克推文的新一檔個股。

With Cyberpunk, even the hotfixes literally have hotfixes, but … great game — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 28, 2021

而在《電馭叛客 2077》的這則推文前 1 小時，馬斯克也才剛參與因 Reddit 軍團飆股交易遭到限制，散戶轉戰加密貨幣的狗狗幣大戰。當時散戶在 Twitter 懇求馬斯克幫忙，結果馬斯克真的在 28 日晚間發文貼出《Vogue》風格的狗狗圖像，立刻讓狗狗幣飆升。

在此之前，馬斯克投顧的傑作還包括助長 GameStop 軋空行情及 Etsy 股價的劇烈波動。其中，馬斯克分別只用了一個字「Gamestonk!!」及一句話「I kinda love Etsy」，就讓這兩檔股票股價暴衝與大幅震盪，讓人不得不佩服他「喊水會結凍」的實力。

Bought a hand knit wool Marvin the Martian helm for my dog — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 26, 2021

從頻繁推文來看，馬斯克無疑是 Twitter 愛好者，除了抒發心情，Twitter 也幾乎成為他與大眾互動的主要工具。加上光靠 Twitter 一句話、一行字或甚至一個單字就能對市場有這麼大的影響力，也難怪先前傳出馬斯克解散特斯拉公關團隊後，正準備招募新血管理馬斯克本人的 Twitter 帳號。

（首圖來源：Flickr/Daniel Oberhaus CC BY 2.0）

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The Samsung Chromebook 4 lineup combines sleek design, performance, and value Samsung Chromebook 4 and Chromebook 4+ Delivering powerful performance and sleek design at accessible price points, the Chromebook 4 and Chromebook 4+ offer a portable, reliable, and cost-effective way to quickly tap into the Google experience. MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Feb. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Samsung Electronics Canada today announced the Samsung Chromebook 4 and Chromebook 4+ are now available for purchase at Samsung Experience Stores1 and online at Samsung.com/ca. Delivering powerful performance and sleek design at accessible price points, the Chromebook 4 and Chromebook 4+ offer a portable, reliable, and cost-effective way to quickly tap into the Google experience. 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Samsung Chromebook 4 and 4+ Product Specifications Chromebook 4Chromebook 4+OSChrome OSChrome OSProcessorIntel® Celeron® Processor N4000 (1.10 GHz up to 2.60 GHz 4 MB L2 Cache)Intel® Celeron® Processor N4000 (1.10 GHz up to 2.60 GHz 4 MB L2 Cache)GraphicIntel® UHD Graphics 600Intel® UHD Graphics 600Display11.6" HD LED Display (1366 x 768), Anti-Reflective15.6" FHD LED Display (1920 x 1080), Anti-GlareMemory4 GB LPDDR4 Memory (On BD 4 GB)4 GB LPDDR4 Memory (On BD 4 GB)Storage32 GB e.MMC32 GB e.MMCColourPlatinum TitanSatin GreyMultimediaStereo Speakers ( 1.5 W x 2 )Internal Digital Mic720p HD CameraStereo Speakers ( 1.5 W x 2 )Internal Digital Mic720p HD CameraNetwork802.11 ac wave2 2X2Bluetooth802.11 ac wave2 2X2BluetoothPorts1 USB-C®1 USB3.0MicroSD Multi-media Card Reader1 Headphone out/Mic-in Combo1 USB3.02 USB-C® [up to 5Gbps, 4K display out with optional adapter, Charging]MicroSD Multi-media Card Reader1 Headphone out/Mic-in ComboInputIsland-type keyboardTouchpadIsland-type keyboardTouchpadSecuritySlim Security SlotTPM (Trusted Platform Module)Slim Security SlotTPM (Trusted Platform Module)Power39 Wh30 W / 45 W / 65 W USB-C® Adapter39 Wh30 W / 45 W USB-C® AdapterDimension287.9 mm x 202.3 mm x 16.7 mm359.7 mm x 244.9 mm x 16.5 mmWeight1.18 kg1.7 kg *All specifications and descriptions provided herein may be different from the actual specifications and descriptions of the product. Samsung reserves the right to make changes to this page and the contents herein, including without limitation, functionality, features, specifications, GUI, images, videos, benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, capabilities, and any other product information, without notice. About Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.Samsung Electronics Canada inspires Canadians to reach their full potential through a transformative ecosystem of products and services that deliver innovation and distinct design to every aspect of their connected lives. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, virtual reality and wearable devices, tablets and digital appliances. Dedicated to helping make a difference in the lives of Canadians, Samsung’s award-winning corporate giving initiatives support public education and health-related issues in communities across the country. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com. Follow Samsung Canada at facebook.com/SamsungCanada, or Instagram @samsungcanada or Twitter @SamsungCanada. 1 In regions where in-store shopping is not available, Samsung Experience stores offer curbside, storefront and centralized pick-up. Reserve online at https://shop.samsung.com/ca/ and arrange your pick-up from a Samsung Experience Store in Canada. Storefront only available at CF Toronto Eaton Centre. Subject to change. Samsung also offers convenient pick-up, speedy repair and contactless delivery to your home. If you need service support for your Samsung devices, you can arrange convenient Door to Door service pick-up through 1-800-SAMSUNG, LIVE CHAT or text us at WECARE (932 273). This convenient Door-to-Door service includes free pick up and return shipping and is available for both In- and Out-of-Warranty customers. Coverage may vary. For more information on Door to Door Repair Service, please visit https://www.samsung.com/ca/support/stayhomestaysafe/ 2 US Military Standard Compliant (MIL-STD-810G) MIL-STD-810: Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests is a United States Military Standard that emphasizes tailoring an equipment’s environmental design and test limits to the conditions; MIL-STD-810G tests include: transit drop, vibration, high temperature, temperature shocks, freezing, dust, humidity, low pressure. 3 Measured according to Google Scenario (Power Load Test) criteria. (Tested Product Specifications: Intel® CeleronTM Processor N4000 / 4GB Memory / 32GB eMMC). Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls and voice, data and other application usage patterns. Results may vary. Weights vary depending on manufacturing process. 4 Measured according to Google Scenario (Power Load Test) criteria. (Tested Product Specifications: Intel® CeleronTM Processor N4000 / 4GB Memory / 32GB eMMC). Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls and voice, data and other application usage patterns. Results may vary. Weights vary depending on manufacturing process. 5 Only available where Gigabit Wi-Fi is supported. Availability of Gigabit Wi-Fi support may vary depending on country or region. 6 Storefront only available at CF Toronto Eaton Centre. Subject to change. 7 0% financing for up to 36 months applies to eligible customers who meet the minimum amount applicable for PayBright financing of $300 (before taxes and fees), on approved credit. You may not be eligible for 0% interest plan and your monthly payment amount, the interest you will pay, and the loan terms available depend on your personal credit profile. Monthly payments may include a monthly Processing Fee of $6.95. Eligible Samsung Products are: Smartphone devices, laptops, cases, tablets, wearables, chargers, AKG audio, and SmartThings products in all models and colours. Financing provided by PayBright or its partner, Easy Financial. All transactions are subject to approval by PayBright or its partner, Easy Financial. Financing offers may vary from time to time. Financing offers may vary for customers in the Province of Quebec. See www.paybright.com/faq for more information. 8 Terms and Conditions apply. For full Terms and Conditions, please see https://support-ca.samsung.com/secaew/consumer/ca/terms A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/54b29224-3d09-4362-829b-ef92db3999ac CONTACT: Simon Langlois North Strategic, Public Relations Tel: 438.870.0327 simon.langlois@northstrategic.com