I believe crypto enthusiasts have seen Sun Yuchen flaunting the gold watch gifted by Trump. The original image is not suitable to share, so those who want to see it can search online.
Sun Yuchen posted, "I was awarded a Trump Golden Tourbillon watch by Trump!"
In the crypto circle, this is not just a show-off; it is a narrative operation with strong political symbolism.
First of all, this 'Trump Golden Tourbillon' is not an ordinary watch; it is a special memento from Trump's private banquet, symbolizing trust, recognition, and high acknowledgment within the circle. This watch is not available to everyone but is a signal of trust given to 'heavyweight guests.'
And Sun Yuchen has got it.
What does this indicate?
From a crypto fugitive to a guest at the president's side, it shows that he is no longer the 'difficult figure' named by the SEC, but is gradually transforming himself into a key figure connecting Web3 to traditional political resources. This gold watch is not only a symbol of identity but also a 'talisman' that can be showcased to global Web3 investors in the future.
More importantly, this behavior has strong narrative penetration: Sun Yuchen is using symbols of real-world power to empower his position on-chain. He is no longer satisfied with on-chain technical narratives but is actively leveraging off-chain political capital. The Trump gold watch is not just a show; it is a declaration of a covert battle against the SEC, a message to investors worldwide: 'I have resources, I have clout, and I have a safety net.'
While the crypto world is still waiting for regulatory green lights, Sun Yuchen has already driven onto the expressway.
What he wants has never been mere wealth, but to show the entire on-chain world how a person can make the leap from 'crypto tycoon' to 'global player' through narrative, resources, politics, and personality.