Justin Sun Makes Space Dream Come True, Sets New Record for Chinese Astronauts

On the evening of August 3, 2025, TRON Foundation's founder, Justin Sun, boarded the Blue Origin's "New Shepard" spacecraft and successfully completed a suborbital space flight. This marked his official status as the youngest ever Chinese commercial astronaut and also a historic moment for the Chinese in the commercial space sector.

Back in 2021, Justin Sun had successfully bid $28 million for the first crewed flight seat on the "New Shepard" spacecraft and donated all the bidding funds to Blue Origin's "Club for the Future" to support global youth STEM education. He reserved this seat until now, waiting for a more symbolically significant moment to fulfill his dream of space travel.

After the flight, Justin Sun expressed, "I have waited four years for this flight. But we finally made it. I am very grateful to Mr. Bezos and his team for making all of this possible. Thanks to my parents for bringing me into this world. When I looked at the Earth from space, it was really tiny—yet it is our home. We must do everything we can to protect it. This is my first commitment and first step towards space, and there will be more in the future."

With the successful completion of this mission, Justin Sun not only became the youngest Chinese astronaut but also exemplified the concept of "Technology for Good, Exploration for Infinity" through his actions, setting an example of adventure and innovation for global youth.

Chinese Entrepreneur Completes Space Dream Journey

The spacecraft used by Blue Origin consists of a booster and a space capsule. The rocket booster sends the space capsule to an altitude of about 75 kilometers before separating from the capsule; the capsule then continues to fly upward until it crosses the Kármán line at over 100 kilometers. Passengers inside the capsule will experience about 4 minutes of weightlessness; then they will slowly descend to the ground, with the entire journey lasting approximately 10 minutes.

This design ensures both the safety of the flight and maximizes the passengers' experience in space. As of now, over 70 people have realized their space dreams through Blue Origin's space journey.

Justin Sun's space journey is the epitome of his consistent adventurous spirit. From founding TRON Foundation to driving blockchain technology innovation, he has always fearlessly challenged the unknown and relentlessly pursued his dreams.

As one of China's most prominent post-90s entrepreneurs, Justin Sun has not only pioneered the global impact of TRON in the blockchain field but has also won worldwide acclaim for the Chinese people through this space feat. From becoming the youngest Chinese entrepreneur to reach space to propelling TRON into a global blockchain platform with over 300 million users, he has demonstrated the wisdom and responsibility of the Chinese people through his actions, adding a shining light to the image of Chinese people on the global tech stage.

Whether through TRON's decentralized finance innovation or a $28 million bid donation to support cutting-edge technology education, Justin Sun has always been at the forefront of technology and dreams, daring to try new things and leading change.

From Blockchain to Interstellar Space, Justin Sun Once Again Takes the Lead

As the founder of TRON, Justin Sun has achieved several milestones in the blockchain field. To date, TRON has surpassed 320 million users globally, with an on-chain USDT supply of 82.6 billion, daily active addresses exceeding 3 million, and the total settlement value of on-chain stablecoins expected to surpass Visa this year, becoming the cornerstone of the global stablecoin ecosystem and the most important new payment system infrastructure.

This spaceflight also showcases the thriving development of commercial space travel. Blue Origin has successfully conducted over 10 manned flights, sending more than 70 individuals to the edge of space. Justin Sun's participation further demonstrates that commercial space travel is transitioning from a few people's dreams to a widely accessible reality. He has also linked this space journey to youth STEM education, providing valuable opportunities for young people worldwide to learn about science and technology, showcasing his profound concern for the future of humanity.

“Space exploration is the shared mission of all humanity,” Justin Sun said. “Through this flight, I hope to inspire more young people to engage in technology and innovation, shaping the interstellar future of humanity together.”

From overcoming setbacks in life to entering Peking University, creating one of the world's most influential blockchain platforms, and embarking on a journey to space, he has used fearless adventurous spirit and unwavering dream-chasing beliefs to prove the wisdom and responsibility of the Chinese people. He also inspires entrepreneurs worldwide to break boundaries and pursue excellence.