Justin Sun is one of the most well-known and controversial figures in the cryptocurrency world. In his early 30s, he founded TRON, a blockchain-based platform, and turned it into one of the biggest in the cryptoverse. But Sun is much more than just an entrepreneur. He was an art enthusiast, philanthropist and even once a diplomat of Grenada.
Quick Achievements and Controversies:
Sun started his career at an early age. In 2013, he founded Peiwo, one of China's most popular social media platforms. This venture turned him into an entrepreneur on Forbes' Under 30 list.
In 2017, he stepped into the cryptocurrency world and founded TRON. TRON is a blockchain platform designed as a rival to Ethereum. As CEO of the platform, Sun executed an aggressive marketing strategy and quickly turned TRON into a major player.
But Sun's success also brought criticism. While some accused him of being arrogant and megalomaniac, others argued that TRON was involved in unethical practices such as fraud and fake volume.
Art, Philanthropy and Diplomacy:
Sun is also active beyond entrepreneurship. An avid art collector, Sun owns works of art worth millions of dollars. He is also known for his philanthropic activities and donates to areas such as education and healthcare through cryptocurrency.
Perhaps his most surprising move was to become Grenada's permanent representative to the World Trade Organization in 2021. In this role, he aimed to pioneer the international adoption of cryptocurrencies.
Mysterious Departure and Future:
However, Sun resigned from this position in March 2023. Although the exact reason for his departure is unknown, it is estimated that it is related to some legal issues at TRON.
Sun's future is uncertain. Will it continue to maintain its influence in the cryptocurrency world or will it turn to new areas? Time will show us.