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VeeFriends has launched a partnership with Mears Connect, the official Disney World airport shuttle service, to enhance family travel experiences. The collaboration features a 45-minute video loop on shuttle buses including: - Welcome message from Gary Vaynerchuk - Select VeeFriends Cartoon episodes - Interactive element with 25 hidden characters The content focuses on values like persistence, gratitude, and empathy through characters such as Gracious Grizzly and Empathy Elephant. This year-long initiative aims to make the journey to Disney World both entertaining and meaningful. Share your experience with @veefriends on social media!

GaryVee is embarking on a nationwide tour to celebrate the launch of Topps VeeFriends Chrome 2025. The schedule includes: - May 7: GameStop Union Square NYC (5:30-7:00 PM ET) - May 9: Tri-State Chrome Signing Tour (All Day) - May 9: Secret Card Party (TBA) - May 10: CardCollector2 in Grove City, Ohio (1-3 PM ET) - May 19: AA Mint Cards in Cooper City, FL (5 PM ET) - May 24: Collect-A-Con Orlando Fans can meet GaryVee, rip packs, get cards signed, and potentially pull rare cards. The tour coincides with the release at nearly 1,000 GameStop locations nationwide.

VeeFriends' official X (Twitter) account was recently compromised through a phishing attack via a spoofed email. The team responded quickly, with warnings issued through multiple channels. The account was secured within 20 minutes and fraudulent posts were removed. In response, VeeFriends published comprehensive security guidelines emphasizing: - No stealth drops or surprise launches - All announcements verified across official channels - No Telegram usage for official communications - Hardware wallet usage recommended - Regular wallet disconnection advised The incident prompted rescheduling of Eruption 23 Manga Pose Swap to the following day.

VeeFriends announces Eruption 21, a burn-to-attend event starting March 25, 2025. **Key details**: - VeeFriends Series 1 holders can burn 3 BOOK GAMES NFTs for exclusive access - Limited to 50 spots for Chrome and Cocktails event in Orlando with GaryVee - Includes Topps Chrome card packs and Collect-A-Con ticket - Holders can burn twice (6 tokens) to bring a +1 and double prizes - Event celebrates Topps x VeeFriends Chrome trading card collaboration *Event requires ID verification and participants under 18 need guardian accompaniment.* [Register here](https://veefriends.com/experiences/burn-island/03-25-2025-chrome-and-cocktails)

VeeFriends announces partnership with Lee Enterprises to bring their comics to 72 markets across 25 states. Starting February 23rd, readers can enjoy characters like Optimistic Otter and Curious Crane in both print and digital formats every Sunday throughout 2025. The VeeFriends Comics team, led by D.J. Coffman, will create content live on YouTube and Whatnot, allowing fan interaction and submissions. Readers can find their local participating publication at [lee.net/markets](https://lee.net/markets). Key Features: - Weekly comics in print and digital formats - Live drawing sessions on YouTube - Fan submission opportunities - Available in 72 local markets

Just two days before VeeFriends' launch in May 2021, Gary Vaynerchuk made a pivotal decision to change the brand's mascot from Capable Caterpillar to Very, Very, Very, Very, Lucky Black Cat. The black cat was chosen to represent misunderstood potential and challenge traditional superstitions. Its design includes a subtle NJ reference in its legs and tail, honoring Gary's New Jersey roots. Key aspects of the mascot: - Represents duality and balance - Symbolizes turning perceived negatives into positives - Embodies the philosophy that luck is a mindset, not chance This last-minute change aligned perfectly with VeeFriends' core mission of embracing contradictions and finding opportunity in challenges.

The VeeFriends New Year, New You Mystery Collection launched on Whatnot, featuring collectible pins, keychains, and motivational challenge discs inspired by 12 VeeFriends characters. Each $25 Mini Box contains: - One pin (in 6 rarity tiers) - One character keychain - One motivational challenge disc Series 1 Spectacular NFT holders can claim one sealed case per eligible NFT until January 23. The collection aims to promote growth and goal-setting for 2025. Other updates: - Episode 16 of VeeFriends Cartoons premieres January 18 - OG Collectors Private Streams announced for January 27-28 - VeeMinders community initiative relaunches with new leadership

In the latest VeeFriends cartoon episode, Gracious Grizzly learns valuable lessons about friendship when Bad Intentions convinces him to play harmful pranks on Empathy Elephant. Initially going along with the pranks, Grizzly feels increasingly uneasy as his friend becomes upset. During a VeeDome Taste Testing Battle, Grizzly realizes hurting others isn't fun and chooses to apologize to Empathy Elephant, who forgives him. The episode demonstrates how true friends bring out the best in each other.

VeeFriends expanded its Minis collection with Seasons 3 & 4, introducing 20 new characters and the ultra-rare Golden Gary Bee Mini. The metallic Golden Gary Bee offers holders a chance to win a VIP trip to New York Comic Con 2025. The new seasons feature characters like Accountable Ant and Balanced Beetle, with special variants including Blizzard (/299), Polar Vortex (/99), and the one-of-a-kind Snowflake editions. A new Collectors Case was also introduced for $25 through approved vendors.

VeeFriends had a transformative 2024 marked by major milestones: - Launched VeeFriends Cartoons on YouTube Kids with Moonbug Entertainment - Released first children's book 'Meet Me in the Middle' - Hosted VeeCon 2024 in Los Angeles - Established partnerships with Topps, Funko, and Get Maine Lobster - Expanded globally with retail presence in Australia, Canada and UK - Released multiple collectible lines including FriendsCaps, 555 Collection, and VeeFriends Minis - Introduced sanctioned tournaments for VeeFriends Trading Card Game - Announced Gift Goat #18 private event for Big Game 2025 The year demonstrated steady growth in community engagement and brand development across entertainment, retail and events.