Checks - VV Originals

A dice-themed NFT collection failed to reach its target supply of 6,666 pieces, stopping at 4,732 dice with cumulative face values totaling 16,779. **Key Details:** - Original goal: 6,666 dice in the Play collection - Final count: 4,732 dice minted - All participants received full refunds while keeping their dice - Creator is now exploring alternative directions for the project The project's creator has announced plans to transform the collection into something new following the unsuccessful mint. Participants who minted dice were refunded but retained ownership of their NFTs, creating an interesting dynamic for the collection's future direction.

A digital art initiative is seeing engagement levels comparable to major physical art events. In the first 48 hours, the digital platform recorded 757 interactions, closely matching the estimated 2,000 in-person engagements at Art Basel Hong Kong (approximately 400 per day). **Key Metrics:** - Art Basel Hong Kong: ~2,000 total in-person interactions - Digital platform: 757 interactions in 48 hours - Nearly identical engagement rates when adjusted for time This data suggests that digital art experiences are achieving participation levels on par with prestigious physical art fairs, indicating growing acceptance of digital formats in the art world.

A limited NFT collection is closing its mint in 30 minutes, with a supply cap of 1,111 pieces. **Key Details:** - The collection serves as a **price discovery mechanism** for "Luck" - a set of solid silver dice - Dice are described as "imperfect" perfect dice, produced by **Asprey Studio of London** - Each piece is individually hallmarked with both VV and Checks hallmarks by the UK Assay Office The collection connects digital ownership with physical luxury goods, using the NFT mint to determine market value for the physical silver dice set.

Collectors who assemble complete dice sets on-chain before mint close will qualify for a special reward. **Key Details:** - Eligible participants can claim a hand-signed perfect set of custom resin dice - Cost: $80 plus shipping - Eligibility determined by snapshot taken at mint close - Only full sets assembled on-chain qualify The initiative rewards early collectors who complete their on-chain dice collections before the minting period ends.

Asprey Studio is transitioning its silver Luck sets from a fixed price model to a market-based pricing structure. **Key Details:** - Current fixed price: $8,888 per set - New pricing: Market-determined at 1,111 rolls - This represents a fundamental shift in how these collectibles are valued The move signals a transition from traditional fixed pricing to a more dynamic, market-driven approach for these luxury items. The specific mechanism of "rolls" as a pricing unit suggests a gamification or randomization element in the valuation process. This pricing evolution could impact both existing holders and potential buyers of the Luck silver sets.

A new trading opportunity allows collectors to exchange imperfect dice for a complete signed set. **How it works:** - Trade any imperfect dice you own - Complete a set numbered 1 through 6 - Receive a signed collection in return This offer provides a way to upgrade incomplete or flawed dice collections into a verified, complete set. The promotion appears to be ongoing, giving collectors time to gather the necessary pieces. If you have imperfect dice sitting unused, this could be an opportunity to turn them into a more valuable signed set.

A new collectible art project lets participants roll six dice to determine their custom resin set. **How it works:** - Complete a set or pay to skip the line - Roll 6 regular dice - Receive a replica resin "Luck" set based on your roll - A duplicate set joins the cumulative display under the "Luckiest" 1/1 piece The project combines chance mechanics with physical collectibles, creating both personal keepsakes and a growing communal artwork.

**Self Checkout** has been acquired by **X Museum** in Beijing. The acquisition marks a significant development for the digital art piece, which will now be part of the museum's collection. - X Museum is known for its contemporary art exhibitions - Self Checkout joins their growing digital art portfolio - The acquisition demonstrates continued institutional interest in digital artworks This move reflects the ongoing trend of traditional art institutions embracing digital and blockchain-based art forms.

**Latent #38 - "Lifted Tension"** is currently available for bidding at Christie's auction house. This appears to be the **only physical/digital pair** from the Latent series currently on the market, making it a rare offering. The auction includes: - Digital NFT component - **50-inch silver gelatin print** produced by PICTO of Paris - Physical artwork paired with blockchain asset The Latent series combines traditional photography techniques with digital ownership, creating hybrid art pieces that exist both physically and on-chain. [View auction details](onlineonly.christies.com/s/p)

VV announces a strategic pivot after acknowledging recent development efforts in conversational AI flows were less impactful than intended. The team is returning to their original product, *The Daily Manifest*, launched five years ago. - Originally created by @jalilwahdat - Currently has 44 active users - Focus on time as valuable currency - Platform available at [vv.xyz](https://vv.xyz) The team reports significant productivity improvements in the current version, with more updates planned. This shift represents a return to fundamentals and core utility.