Tron Founder Justin Sun is gearing up for an out-of-this-world experience as he prepares to join Jeff Bezos’ space tourism organization, Blue Origin, on its next mission. The company recently announced that Sun will be a part of the NS-34 mission, along with a diverse group of individuals including real estate investor Arvi Bahal, Turkish businessman Gökhan Erdem, Puerto Rican meteorologist Deborah Martorell, teacher Lionel Pitchford, and Alpha Funds founder J.D. Russell.
Back in 2021, Sun made headlines when he bid a whopping $28 million for the first seat on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. The proceeds from his bid went to Blue Origin’s STEAM non-profit, Club For The Future. Sun expressed his excitement for the upcoming mission, stating that he is proud to continue encouraging youth to pursue their dreams in science and space.
This announcement comes on the heels of Blue Origin facing public backlash for its previous mission that launched pop singer Katy Perry, reporter Gayle King, and Bezos’s now-wife, Lauren Sanchez, into space. Despite the controversy, the exact date for the NS-34 mission, which will likely see Sun launched into space, is still to be determined.
In addition to his upcoming space adventure, Sun has been making waves in the U.S. political scene. Earlier this year, he increased his investment in the Trump-affiliated World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token to $75 million. The SEC, which had previously charged Sun and his companies for violating federal securities law, dropped the case in February.
Most recently, Sun pledged $100 million to the Trump-affiliated memecoin, $TRUMP, emphasizing the partnership between $TRUMP and #TRON as the future of crypto. Sun’s involvement with Blue Origin’s mission and his continued efforts in the cryptocurrency space solidify his position as a prominent figure in both industries.
As Tron Founder Justin Sun prepares to embark on his space journey with Blue Origin, the world eagerly awaits his next groundbreaking move in the realms of technology and finance. Stay tuned for more updates on Sun’s cosmic adventure and his ongoing contributions to the world of cryptocurrency.