The Escrow Enigma: What’s Holding Up the Cash?
Ah, the world of cryptocurrency! Where transactions are smoother than a perfectly brewed cup of coffee, right? Not so much in the case of Bram Cohen and Justin Sun. In a recent Twitter barrage, Cohen revealed that the last installment of cash from the sale of BitTorrent is stuck in the dreaded escrow.
“Anybody know if Justin Sun is hard up for cash? He isn’t letting the last payment for BitTorrent get out of escrow,” he quipped. Now, that’s a financial thriller waiting to unfold! If only we could find out the plot twist.
The Tale of Two Payments
The situation escalated quickly. Sun bought BitTorrent last year, but it seems the joy of ownership came with a hefty dose of delay. Cohen claims that the final payment has been chilling in escrow for two long months, while Sun appears to be living his best life in San Francisco, even managing to pump $4.6 million into a lunch with Warren Buffett—who, when you think about it, probably had enough salad dressing to last a lifetime!
Locked in Legal Limbo
While the Twitter feud was heating up, the Tron Foundation’s Roy Liu jumped into the mix. Liu urged Cohen to take this matter to private channels, brushing aside the idea that the funds in escrow were part of Sun’s spending money. “FYI the money in escrow is not considered Justin’s cash,” he explained. So, before anyone starts speculating, let’s outline who’s actually keeping the dough:
- Buyer: Justin Sun (allegedly cash-strapped).
- Seller: Bram Cohen (feeling the pressure).
- Escrow: The most patient part of this deal.
The Rumors and the Reality
But wait, there’s more! As if a payment dispute wasn’t drama enough, there are rumors swirling around Justin Sun—specifically an investigation by Chinese authorities into how he conducts business. Is he secretly the world’s most wanted crypto bandit? State media even claimed he couldn’t travel abroad since last year. Meanwhile, he’s over in San Francisco showcasing artwork of himself like a celebrity chef on a cooking show!
Just Trying to Have a Lunch
Despite the chaos, Cohen’s curiosity continues. He directly questioned why this payment is two months overdue, but Liu’s silence speaks volumes—maybe. Meanwhile, Sun had to bow out of a lunch with Buffett due to claiming he wasn’t well, which some say only adds fuel to the suspicion fire.
Conclusion: Crypto Clashes and Calls for Clarity
So, what have we learned? The cryptocurrency realm is full of unexpected twists, potential legal thrills, and the occasional Twitter controversy. As the story develops, we’ll have to keep our eyes peeled for updates as things unfold between Cohen and Sun—or we can just set up a Twitter alert and pop some popcorn. Stay tuned!
