The Times Australia
Google AI
News From Asia

.

TRON Founder Justin Sun Brings USDD to the Big Screen in Times Square, New York, Boosting Confidence Amid Market Downturn

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND - Media OutReach - 31 August 2022 - On August 29, Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, brought the USDD stablecoin to the big screen in Times Square, New York, marking the start of a month-long market campaign.

Analysts suggest that such a campaign may boost confidence amid the current market downturn.

Caption

In an open letter published on May 5, Justin Sun officially announced his plan to step into the decentralized stablecoin sector with the launch of USDD. Built upon the TRON public chain, the USDD has become the world's first decentralized over-collateralized stablecoin with a base collateral rate of over 130%. As the safest decentralized stablecoin, the USDD has a total supply of over $720 million, and the total USDD collateral reached $2.2 billion.

The launch of USDD has also fostered the development of DeFi and other DApps in TRON's ecosystem. According to DeFiLlama, the world's largest DeFi TVL aggregator, TRON has become the second largest public chain by DeFi's Total Value Locked (TVL) as of August 29, with a TVL of $5.69 billion, surpassing that of BSC ($5.28 billion), which occupies the third place. As an established public chain, TRON also takes a leading position in applications including NFT, DeFi, and distributed storage protocols.

In late 2021, Justin Sun was officially appointed by the government of Grenada as its Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO and was authorized to represent Grenada at WTO meetings during his mandate. Justin said that he would proactively promote the integration of cryptocurrencies and sovereign states to build a new financial system that is secure, efficient, and inclusive. In the meantime, he would also leverage his experience in the field of digital currency for a joint response to the new challenges regarding digital transformation in the post-pandemic era. In an earlier interview with Bilan, a renowned Swiss business media, Sun expressed his confidence in the market. He believed that although it would take time to restore market confidence, the bearish market would not last for long.

Located in New York, the heart of the global economy, Times Square is a world-class cultural and financial landmark, often referred to as the "Crossroads of the World" for its reputation and prestige. Meanwhile, as eminent constructions which attract tens of millions of visitors annually, the big screens in Times Square are excellent platforms for top companies to showcase themselves to a global audience.

Hashtag: #TRONDAO

Times Magazine

Freak Weather Spikes ‘Allergic Disease’ and Eczema As Temperatures Dip

“Allergic disease” and eczema cases are spiking due to the current freak weather as the Bureau o...

IPECS Phone System in 2026: The Future of Smart Business Communication

By 2026, business communication is no longer just about making and receiving calls. It’s about speed...

With Nvidia’s second-best AI chips headed for China, the US shifts priorities from security to trade

This week, US President Donald Trump approved previously banned exports[1] of Nvidia’s powerful ...

Navman MiVue™ True 4K PRO Surround honest review

If you drive a car, you should have a dashcam. Need convincing? All I ask that you do is search fo...

Australia’s supercomputers are falling behind – and it’s hurting our ability to adapt to climate change

As Earth continues to warm, Australia faces some important decisions. For example, where shou...

Australia’s electric vehicle surge — EVs and hybrids hit record levels

Australians are increasingly embracing electric and hybrid cars, with 2025 shaping up as the str...

The Times Features

The Fears Australians Have About Getting Involved With Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency is no longer a fringe topic. It is discussed in boardrooms, on trading apps, and at...

The Quintessential Australian Road Trip

Mallacoota to Coolangatta — places to stay and things to see There are few journeys that captur...

Fitstop Just Got a New Look - And It’s All About Power, Progress and Feeling Strong

Fitstop has unveiled a bold new brand look designed to match how its members actually train: strong...

What We Know About Zenless Zone Zero 2.6 So Far

Zenless Zone Zero is currently enjoying its 2.5 version update with new characters like Ye Shunguang...

For Young People, Life Is an All-New Adventure. For Older People, Memories of Good Times and Lost Friends Come to Mind

Life does not stand still. It moves forward relentlessly, but it does not move the same way for ...

Single and Ready to Mingle – the Coffee Trend Australians Can Expect in 2026

Single-origin coffee is expected to increase in popularity among coffee drinkers over the next 12 ...

The Evolution of Retail: From Bricks and Mortar to Online — What’s Next?

Retail has always been a mirror of society. As populations grew, cities formed, technology advan...

How hot is too hot? Here’s what to consider when exercising in the heat

If you like to exercise outdoors, summer gives you more chance to catch the daylight. It’s often...

Vendor Advocacy Fees

Vendor advocacy fees can vary widely based on a number of factors, including the type of service...