 Elon Musk Purchases WhatsApp. The new generation adores social media platforms, particularly those that make texting enjoyable. Everyone loves WhatsApp, but there has been a recent shift. Is this a monetization push for WhatsApp, or is someone looking to add WhatsApp to his collection? This mind-boggling revelation has taught the world by storm, and none other than Tesla's Elon Musk is in the spotlight. I am positive I can gather some interesting information regarding WhatsApp's current position in the stock market.