Tesla has quietly launched a new feature on its official website—some products now accept Dogecoin as payment. This isn’t a beta test; you can actually place an order directly. Globally, there isn’t another mainstream car company daring to do this.

Musk previously ran a poll asking netizens whether they wanted Dogecoin payments to be supported. Nearly 80% voted “yes.” Now, it’s actually happening. Dogecoin has gone from being an “internet joke” to a “currency you can buy things with”—a step taken much faster than many people expected. As soon as the news broke, DOGE’s price responded with a surge.

There’s also a knock-on effect. Those new meme coins emerging on the Ethereum chain have been gaining momentum rapidly. The community is enthusiastic, gas fees are low, and the market cap is small, so volatility is naturally high. Some people are eyeing the opportunity. Old faces like SHIB and PEPE are getting restless too.

But let’s be honest: there’s always risk behind the hype. The harder the rally in a bull market, the sharper the correction; in a bear market, things may seem dead, but a sudden rebound can catch people off guard. Chasing trends is exciting, but surviving is what really matters. Position management and risk control—these old pieces of advice are often the ones remembered by those who laugh last.

Now, if you have DOGE in your hands, would you consider trying it out on Tesla’s official website? Or would you rather wait and see?