Crypto Investor Bets Big on Trump's Digital Money Project
Hong Kong, ChinaTue Nov 26 2024
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You might know Justin Sun as the guy who spent millions on a banana art piece. But now, he's become a big investor in a new crypto project backed by former President Trump. Sun put $30 million into World Liberty Financial, a digital asset bank aiming to let people borrow, lend, and invest in digital coins. Trump is involved too, with his company getting a share of the profits and a lot of tokens. The platform already sold $51. 2 million worth of their new token, and Sun seems excited about making finance "freer and fairer. "
The project launched last month with hopes of raising $300 million and becoming worth $1. 5 billion. Its token sale has been gaining traction, and Sun's investment could boost its credibility. However, it's important to note that not everyone who wanted to invest got the chance. Only about 20, 000 people hold the token, even though over 100, 000 were on the list. This raises questions about accessibility and who really benefits from such projects.
It's also worth considering the role of celebrities and influential figures in the crypto world. Trump's involvement can draw attention, but does it also create a potential conflict of interest? And how does Sun's past actions, like his lavish banana purchase, influence his image and the success of his investments? These are some of the critical aspects to think about as the crypto scene continues to evolve.
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