Famous singer JJ Lin posted on social media to share that he took a photo with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin (V God). In the post, JJ Lin revealed that the two had an in-depth conversation about how technology can inspire more people to live sustainable and mindful lives. According to JJ Lin's Ethereum wallet domain jjlin.eth showcased in his X profile, the wallet currently holds total assets valued at approximately $240,000.
JJ Lin and Vitalik meet again to discuss technology and sustainable living
Famous singer JJ Lin shared a social media post on October 26, revealing that he took a photo with Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin (commonly referred to in Chinese as V 神). In the post, JJ Lin mentioned that the two engaged in deep discussions about how technology can inspire more people to live sustainable and mindful lives. This dialogue topic transcended mere investment or technical discussions, touching on the social value and philosophical aspects of blockchain technology.
The interaction between JJ Lin and Vitalik is no coincidence. In September 2024, JJ Lin also shared a photo with Vitalik, when they were at Miracle Coffee in Singapore. Vitalik responded with the lyrics from JJ Lin's song “Jiangnan”: “Believing in love for a day is worth more than eternity, in this moment, time is frozen.” This act of responding with Chinese lyrics shows Vitalik's understanding and respect for Chinese culture, and also reflects that a certain personal friendship has already been established between the two.
The continuous interactions show that Lin Junjie is involved in the blockchain field, not only as an investor but also touching core figures in the industry. As a top singer in the Mandarin music scene, Lin Junjie has tens of millions of fans and immense influence. His public interactions with Vitalik provide valuable exposure for the promotion of Ethereum and blockchain technology in the Mandarin-speaking world. Many of Lin Junjie's fans may start to pay attention to and understand blockchain because of his involvement, and this “celebrity effect” has a positive impact on industry development.
From the topic of conversation, “How technology inspires more people to live sustainably and mindfully” is a profound and visionary issue. Vitalik has long been concerned about the social impact of blockchain technology, including how decentralized technology can promote fairness, transparency, and sustainable development. As a public figure, Lin Junjie is also increasingly focused on environmental protection and social responsibility. Their exchange on this topic may involve how blockchain technology can support specific applications like renewable energy, carbon credit trading, and transparency in public welfare.
JJ Lin made a high-profile entry into the virtual land market in 2021, suffering a loss of 91%
In fact, from public community posts, it can be seen that JJ Lin has been involved in the crypto space since 2021, sharing related content multiple times on Twitter, and he received a Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT from his friend Huang Licheng. During the peak of the metaverse concept from the end of 2021 to 2022, JJ Lin also invested in the virtual land market. At that time, he spent $123,000 to invest in 3 virtual real estates in the metaverse project “Decentraland.”
However, as the metaverse market enters a bear market, data from the Wemata metaverse analysis platform shows that by April 2023, the median transaction price of virtual land in Decentraland plummeted by about 90%. At that time, Chinese media estimated that the virtual land held by JJ Lin had shrunk in value, with an unrealized loss of up to 91%, equivalent to approximately 3.4 million TWD. This news quickly spread within the Chinese community, and the label “JJ Lin's virtual real estate loses 91%” briefly topped the Weibo trending searches at second place.
In response to the heated discussions from the outside world, JJ Lin only posted a picture of a “real Wallet” on Weibo at that time and jokingly replied: “I heard that many people want to help me manage my finances recently!” This humorous and calm response won the praise of netizens. Many believe that JJ Lin's intention in buying NFTs and virtual land was not for investment from the very beginning, but simply to have a personal collection. For a top singer worth hundreds of millions, a loss of $123,000, although it seems large in numbers, accounts for a very small proportion of his total assets.
After the news of virtual land, Lin Junjie continues to generously showcase his NFT collection, such as the well-known Japanese NFT Azuki, among others. He also purchased CryptoPunks #8601 at a high price. Even though he had suffered significant losses at that time, he did not sell. This strategy of “holding despite losses” is jokingly referred to as “diamond hands” in the crypto circle, representing a long-term belief in the project. Some netizens believe that Lin Junjie's attitude actually demonstrates his true understanding and love for blockchain and NFT culture, rather than a purely speculative mindset.
JJ Lin's Crypto Investment Journey:
2021: Made a high-profile entrance into the space, received a BAYC NFT, invested $123,000 in Decentraland virtual land.
2022-2023: The metaverse collapsed, virtual land plummeted by 91%, and NFTs significantly shrank.
2024: Continuing to hold without selling, first photo with Vitalik in Singapore.
2025: Take another photo with Vitalik, Wallet assets of $244,000
jjlin.eth Wallet continues to stake APE with assets of 244,000 USD
After experiencing a round of bull and bear markets, is JJ Lin still active in the crypto space in 2025? According to JJ Lin's self-introduction on X (formerly Twitter), his Ethereum wallet domain is jjlin.eth (address 0x9265…cc301), and his on-chain activities can be tracked through on-chain tools like Zerion and Debank. As of today (10/27), the data shows that JJ Lin's (jjlin.eth) wallet currently has a total asset value of approximately $244,404.95, with major holdings in Ether ($ETH), Tether, Bored Ape Token ApeCoin ($APE), and Azuki Token $ANIME.
The asset scale of 244,000 USD may have significantly shrunk compared to Lin Junjie’s holdings during the peak period in 2021, but this figure still shows his ongoing participation in the Ethereum ecosystem. From the perspective of the holding structure, Lin Junjie’s investment portfolio is quite focused: Ether as the base asset, Tether as the stablecoin reserve, and ApeCoin and $ANIME represent his continued belief in the two blue-chip NFT ecosystems of BAYC and Azuki.
The holding and staking activities of ApeCoin are particularly noteworthy. ApeCoin is the governance and utility token of the BAYC ecosystem, and holders can earn rewards through staking. Lin Junjie continuously participates in activities such as ApeCoin staking, showing that he is not just a passive holder of NFTs, but actively engaged in ecosystem development and governance. This deep involvement reflects Lin Junjie's sense of belonging to the BAYC community; he sees himself as a member of the community rather than just an investor.
$ANIME is the token of the Azuki ecosystem, which is a Japanese-style blue-chip NFT project. JJ Lin holding $ANIME shows that he still has confidence in the long-term development of Azuki, despite the project facing criticism in 2023 due to controversy over token issuance and poor market performance. This “adversity holding” attitude is consistent with JJ Lin's reaction after losses in virtual land, showcasing his collector mentality rather than a speculator mindset.
From the perspective of on-chain activities, JJ Lin's wallet address jjlin.eth is public, which is extremely rare in the celebrity circle. Most celebrities involved in cryptocurrency choose to use anonymous wallets to protect their privacy, but JJ Lin chooses to make his ENS domain name public. This open attitude has earned him the respect of the crypto community. A public wallet also means accepting public scrutiny, as all purchases, sales, gains, and losses can be tracked, which requires great courage and confidence in one's investment decisions.
The Promotional Value of Star Effect on the Ethereum Ecosystem
The continuous interaction between Lin Junjie and Vitalik has an immeasurable promotional value for the Ethereum ecosystem. As a Chinese pop king with tens of millions of fans, every move of Lin Junjie attracts widespread attention. When he shares photos and conversations with Vitalik on social media, this content reaches millions of ordinary people, many of whom may have never been exposed to blockchain.
Vitalik responded to Jay Chou with the lyrics of “Jiangnan”, creating a viral effect through this cross-cultural interaction. “Believing in love for a day is worth more than eternity, in this moment, time is frozen”—this line was quoted by Vitalik and widely circulated in the Chinese-speaking crypto community, with many surprised and touched by the Ethereum founder's understanding of Chinese culture. This cultural resonance is more effective in bridging the gap between technology and the public than any marketing campaign.
The spirit of Lin Junjie’s “Diamond Hand” has set a positive example for the Ethereum ecosystem. During the bear market from 2022 to 2023, many investors panicked and exited, but Lin Junjie chose to hold on without selling. Although his holdings significantly diminished, he did not publicly complain or blame the project team, but instead used humor to defuse external doubts. This attitude conveys an important message: true blockchain believers will endure through bull and bear cycles and will not be shaken by short-term fluctuations.
From a more macro perspective, the interaction between Lin Junjie and Vitalik represents the integration of the traditional entertainment industry and blockchain technology. As more mainstream stars, artists, and creators enter the Web3 space, blockchain will move from a niche tech circle to a mass market. Lin Junjie, as a pioneer, has set an example for other stars. His experience also proves that even after experiencing huge losses, as long as one maintains a long-term perspective and a collecting mindset, blockchain investment can still be a meaningful and enjoyable experience.
Although the assets of 244,000 USD have significantly shrunk compared to their peak, Lin Junjie continues to participate in activities such as staking ApeCoin, demonstrating his genuine and ongoing engagement with the Ethereum ecosystem. This long-term mindset is precisely the value that Vitalik and the Ethereum community advocate. When celebrities resonate with the values of technology founders, their interactions transcend simple business collaborations or social niceties, becoming a form of cultural and ideological exchange.
For fans of Jay Chou, his interaction with Vitalik may have been their first introduction to Ethereum. For the crypto community, Jay Chou's ongoing involvement is a positive signal for mainstream adoption. For Jay Chou himself, this crypto journey, although it has experienced losses, has also allowed him to meet a world-changing tech genius like Vitalik and explore profound issues of technology and humanity. The value of this experience may far exceed monetary gains and losses.
