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View ChartSun [New] (SUN) is the governance token of the SUN.io platform, a DeFi protocol on the TRON network.
SUN operates on the TRON network, which uses a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism. The token is central to platform governance, liquidity mining, and fee-sharing mechanisms within the SUN ecosystem. A key feature is its deflationary model, which includes a buyback-and-burn mechanism to reduce total supply over time.
SUN.io describes itself as a leading DeFi protocol on TRON offering swap, stake and earn services.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name (Ticker) | Sun [New] (SUN) |
| Alternative Names | SUN Token |
| Consensus Mechanism | Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) via TRON |
| Smart Contracts | Yes (TRON Network) |
| Category | DeFi, Governance Token |
| Hash Algorithm | N/A — SUN is a TRC-20 token on TRON; it is not produced by Proof-of-Work mining. |
| Block Reward | N/A — SUN is a TRC-20 token on TRON and is not produced by block rewards; new SUN enters circulation through liquidity mining and staking rewards on SUN.io. |
| Max Supply | 19,900,730,000 SUN |
| TPS | Inherits from TRON network (high throughput) |
| Scaling Solution | TRON Mainnet |
| Blockchain | TRON |
On May 26, 2021 (SGT), SUN carried out a token redenomination and platform upgrade: old SUN was swapped for new SUN at 1:1000, raising total supply from 19,900,730 to 19,900,730,000 while market cap stayed unchanged.
SUN.io was developed within the TRON ecosystem and is positioned as a community-driven project; the knowledge base does not attribute it to a named founding entity. The project positions itself as "the Bitcoin of TRON," with zero VC investment, zero private investment, zero pre-mining and zero team reservation. The project states that it emphasizes a DAO structure, letting SUN holders propose and vote on protocol upgrades and treasury decisions.
SUN operates primarily as the governance and utility token for the SUN.io platform. Its functionality is deeply integrated with the platform's DeFi services.
SUN's value proposition is tied directly to the success and activity of the SUN.io platform within the TRON DeFi ecosystem.
The SUN token has several primary use cases within its ecosystem:
The SUN ecosystem evolves alongside the TRON network. Development focuses on expanding its DeFi offerings and integrating with other TRON-based projects.
SUN is not mined in the traditional Proof-of-Work sense. New tokens are primarily introduced through liquidity mining and staking rewards on the SUN.io platform.
Securing your SUN tokens is crucial, as they represent both financial value and governance rights.
SUN's value depends on the activity of the SUN.io platform and the TRON DeFi sector. Crypto asset prices are volatile, DeFi protocols carry smart-contract and liquidity risks, and regulatory treatment of tokens varies by jurisdiction. Independent analyses also flag tokenomics and sustainability risks.
SUN is listed on a number of major exchanges; compare fees, liquidity and custody options before choosing a venue. SUN can be bought on spot markets at major exchanges. Leveraged and derivative products carry a high risk of liquidation and are not suitable for all investors; this article is for information only and is not investment advice.
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TradeAs of right now, the live price of Sun [New] (SUN) is $0.015554. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated SUN to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Sun [New] records a 24h trading volume of $8.148098M (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of $297.976044M. Its current circulating supply stands at 19.21B out of a maximum supply cap of 19.9B.
The price volatility of Sun [New] (SUN) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (19.21B) to max supply (19.9B), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.
Looking at its historical price performance, Sun [New] (SUN) hit an all-time high (ATH) of $0.054355 on 2021-10-20 08:55, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at $0.004632 on 2022-11-14 04:50. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.
When trading SUN futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume ($8.148098M), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s SUNUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Sun [New], simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the SUNUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for SUNUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.
Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: $0.015554), you can practice opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for SUNUSDT with zero financial risk.
Trading Sun [New] (SUN) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for SUNUSDT, and review its live price ($0.015554) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.
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