Dennis Rodman’s trip to North Korea this week is being sponsored by the “PotCoin” digital currency, the ex-NBA star announced in a tweet on Tuesday afternoon prior to leaving for Pyongyang.

In a statement on its website, PotCoin describes itself as “the community-based cryptocurrency for legalized marijuana” and says the trip was “made possible” by the company.

“I’m really looking forward to spending time with the wonderful people of North Korea and of course, visiting with the Supreme Leader, Kim Jong Un,” Rodman is quoted as having said in the statement. “I want to thank the folks at