Justin Sun, who recently made headlines for acquiring a duct-taped banana artwork for $6.24 million, has decided against an ambitious plan to purchase 100,000 bananas.
The proposal, intended as a gesture of appreciation for the fruit’s original seller—a Manhattan street vendor who sold the banana for just 25 cents—was scrapped after logistical and financial concerns arose.
Sun had initially announced his intention to buy the massive quantity of bananas from Shah Alam, the vendor whose banana unknowingly became part of a globally discussed artwork.
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Sun planned to distribute the bananas for free worldwide to anyone presenting valid identification. This initiative, according to Sun, was meant to honor Alam’s role in creating a “culturally significant” piece of art. The founder of the Tron
However, this grand plan quickly met practical hurdles. Alam, upon hearing about the proposal, highlighted the enormous costs and logistical challenges involved in sourcing and distributing such a vast number of bananas.
He also noted the minimal profit margins inherent in selling bananas by saying:
There’s not any profit in selling bananas.
His feedback, reported by The New York Times, prompted Sun to abandon the initiative. Additionally, Mohammed Islam, the owner of the fruit stand, revealed that no one from Sun’s team had reached out to discuss the plan’s practicality.
This isn’t the first time Justin Sun’s antics have stirred public debate—his approach often leaves the world watching in disbelief. For instance, he reportedly ate the infamous $6 million banana artwork. What sparked this stunt? Read the full story.
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