On July 22, Blue Origin, the private space company founded by Amazon's founder Bezos, announced the passenger list for its latest flight mission codenamed NS-34, which included a very familiar name, Justin Sun. The specific time of this mission has not been announced yet, but typically, the departure is likely to be soon after the list is revealed.
This means that in a few weeks, the 90s-born Chinese crypto entrepreneur will be sitting in the rocket seat he purchased for $28 million in 2021, enjoying a new experience.
In response to this, BlockBeats interviewed Justin to discuss the most concerning question: "How will Justin promote Tron in space?" After all, Tron has had a brilliant year, becoming a leader in stablecoins and acquiring a US-listed company to successfully list Tron on Nasdaq. Leaving a mark in space would undoubtedly make this year perfect for Tron and Justin Sun. Justin clearly stated that there would be no logo on the exterior of the rocket, but for those active in the crypto community, they will surely find an easter egg.
The 6 passengers of NS-34
Justin Sun: Yes, I reserved my seat for this space journey as early as 2021. At that time, many thought this was just a distant dream, but for me, it was a long-term investment in the future—not just trust in technology, but also belief in the human spirit of exploration.
I have made comprehensive preparations for this space journey. Physically, I underwent high-intensity training, including adapting to zero-gravity environments, simulating space capsule operations, and physical conditioning, ensuring that I can handle the extreme conditions of space.
Mentally, I spent a lot of time studying the mysteries of space science, contemplating the meaning of humanity in the universe, which has strengthened my belief in combining this journey with TRON's spirit of pushing boundaries. I also worked closely with the mission team to ensure that this adventure reflects our vision of a decentralized internet. It has been a challenging but exciting process, and I am honored to represent the crypto community in stepping into the cosmos. I hope this opportunity will encourage more people to contemplate the future boundaries of humanity. TRON has always emphasized "decentralizing the web to reshape the world," and space is one of the biggest "boundaries."
Justin Sun: Regarding whether the TRON logo will appear on the rocket, many friends have actually asked about this. To be honest, due to safety and standardization considerations, Blue Origin's rocket for this flight cannot have external brand logos printed on it, which is understandable, as this is a very rigorous space mission.
As for whether I will bring Tron elements into space personally... I'll keep that a secret. On the day of the flight, the attire will be a unique blue space suit tailored by Blue Origin for each astronaut, which cannot be easily changed. However, during the training period before the flight, including some daily activities in the astronaut village, it is possible to see some "Easter eggs."
As for whether there will be any other surprises during the flight, I won't spoil too much and will leave some mystery for everyone. After I return from the flight, we can all look for these hidden "TRON and Crypto moments" together. Perhaps in a certain frame, you will discover a familiar red logo or some kind of subtle crypto signal. After all, I have always believed that the spirit of decentralization will eventually enter a broader world in various forms, including space.
Justin Sun: As the current youngest Chinese commercial astronaut, I am well aware that this space flight is not only a personal breakthrough but also a symbol representing the new generation of Chinese entrepreneurs who are moving from blockchain and AI toward higher-dimensional technological frontiers, such as space.
I have always believed that Crypto and space will ultimately merge into the same movement of human civilization upgrade. Why? Because they share a core commonality: decentralization and boundary-breaking. Crypto is a reconstruction of traditional finance, while space exploration is a challenge to Earth's boundaries. Both are using technology to redefine the rules.
In the future, I can boldly imagine several directions:
· On-chain space asset management: Assets such as satellites, minerals, communication frequencies, etc., can all be granted and distributed on-chain;
· Interplanetary financial system: In the era of space colonization or deep space exploration, the traditional financial system cannot extend, and Crypto serves as a natural interplanetary value medium;
· Blockchain + space data: Blockchain can serve as a trusted record carrier for space station, satellite network data, etc., to prevent tampering;
· Web3 community-driven space crowdfunding: Future rocket launches and satellite plans may be funded and governed by global DAO communities.
In a sense, Crypto is the first step in technology-driven societal transformation, with space being the next. Personally, I see this flight as a bridge, aiming to take the spirit of the Crypto community to space and bring back the vast perspective of space to Crypto.
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