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Buffett, bitcoin and a duct-taped banana: Welcome to our bubbly world

The surge in financial markets and cryptocurrencies since Donald Trump’s victory has raised concerns about pockets of speculation.

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Justin Sun has had a big few days.

On the weekend, the controversial China-born cryptocurrency entrepreneur made headlines around the world when he paid $US6.2 million ($9.5 million) for a conceptual art piece called Comedian, which consists of a banana attached to a white wall with duct tape.

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James Thomson is senior Chanticleer columnist based in Melbourne. He was the Companies editor and editor of BRW Magazine. Connect with James on Twitter. Email James at j.thomson@afr.com
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