Microsoft X account hacked to promote Clippy meme coin CLIPPY

The incident underscores how brand impersonation and account takeovers remain a persistent vector for meme-coin promotion, even for a company with Microsoft's security resources. It affects both Microsoft, which is now pursuing legal action, and the broader token ecosystem, where unofficial mascot-themed tokens can gain visibility through unauthorized channels. The open question is whether such high-profile compromises prompt platforms to tighten account protections or push legitimate brands toward clearer public disavowals of token associations.