A significant shift in the blockchain landscape unfolded at GM Vietnam 2025, where HTX demonstrated commanding influence over the Asian Web3 community. The exchange’s prominent role included hosting the “Web3 Future Night,” which brought together major players like SoSoValue, Bifrost, TRADOOR, Tron, SunPump, and RootData. Not just another boring corporate event. This was strategic positioning at its finest. The event showcased smart contract automation as a cornerstone of modern financial innovation.
While HTX was making waves in Vietnam, its founder Justin Sun was literally reaching for the stars. On August 3, 2025, Sun completed a $28 million suborbital flight aboard Blue Origin‘s NS-34 mission. At 35, he became the youngest Chinese commercial astronaut. Ten minutes in space. Zero gravity. One massive publicity win.
The flight wasn’t just a joyride for the wealthy tech mogul. Sun’s astronomical ticket price funded 19 space-related charities through Blue Origin’s Club for the Future foundation. Good PR? Sure. But also genuine impact for STEAM education initiatives. Kids might actually care about science now. Imagine that.
Beyond mere astrotourism, Sun’s space splurge pumped millions into science education. Rich man’s ego trip? Perhaps. But with tangible earthly impact.
Sun didn’t miss the opportunity to connect his space adventure to his blockchain empire. He repeatedly emphasized the convergence of blockchain technology and space exploration as the next frontier for innovation. The flight launched from West Texas at 7:42 a.m. local time on Sunday. The metaphor writes itself: blockchain reaching new heights, literally.
The timing wasn’t coincidental. Sun’s space journey coincided perfectly with HTX’s expansion efforts in Vietnam. Both events positioned the blockchain pioneer and his company as forward-thinking leaders in an increasingly competitive market. Smart move.
The NS-34 mission carried five other passengers alongside Sun—investors, businesspeople, and philanthropists—all crossing the Kármán line together. During the flight, passengers experienced the profound Overview Effect that highlighted Earth’s fragility from space. Originally scheduled for 2021, Sun finally fulfilled his four-year commitment. Better late than never.
Through these parallel events, HTX and Justin Sun demonstrated their continued relevance in both Asian markets and global tech innovation. Cocktail parties in Vietnam. Rocket ships in Texas. The blockchain world’s boundaries keep expanding—both on Earth and beyond.
