MERGE VV

A new collectible called **Patron Check** is now available on the mint protocol, with contributions starting at just **$0.01**. All proceeds from the collection go directly to support @batsoupyum's community initiative. - Minimum contribution: $0.01 - 100% of proceeds support community project - Available on mint protocol [Collect here](https://mint.vv.xyz/0xcb52f0fe1d559cd2869db7f29753e8951381b4a3/6) The initiative offers an accessible way for community members to participate and contribute to the project, regardless of budget size.

A new domain has been registered at [pvp.community](http://pvp.community) with several fresh views added to the platform. This follows previous development work on PvP, which had an internal alpha test video showcasing the look and feel of the project back in October 2024.

Artist Jack Butcher shared context about his L1/L2 artwork on Ethereum, marking a significant moment in his creative journey on the blockchain. The piece represents his last work created on the proof of work Ethereum blockchain, before the network's transition to proof of stake in September 2022. **Key Details:** - The artwork explores the relationship between Layer 1 and Layer 2 scaling solutions - Created during Ethereum's proof of work era - Part of Butcher's Visualize Value (VV) art series [View original thread](https://x.com/jackbutcher/status/1874455111822709057)

**Self Checkout** has been acquired by **X Museum** in Beijing. The acquisition marks a significant move for the digital art piece, which was notably the creator's final work on the proof-of-work Ethereum blockchain before the network's transition to proof-of-stake. X Museum, based in Beijing, will now house this historically significant NFT artwork that represents the end of an era in blockchain technology.

A developer marks their **final contribution** to Ethereum's proof-of-work blockchain before the network's transition. This represents the end of an era as Ethereum moved from energy-intensive mining to proof-of-stake consensus. - Last piece of work completed on September 14, 2022 - Coincided with Ethereum's historic merge to PoS - Symbolic moment for developers who built on the original chain The transition marked one of crypto's most significant technical achievements, reducing Ethereum's energy consumption by over 99%.

**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 opportunity for collectors. The physical component is a **50-inch silver gelatin print** produced by PICTO of Paris, combining traditional photography techniques with digital art. - The auction represents a unique hybrid art piece - Physical print measures 50 inches - Professional printing by renowned PICTO studio - Only available pair from the series This auction highlights the growing acceptance of NFT art in traditional auction houses like Christie's. [View auction details](onlineonly.christies.com/s/p)

**Imagewhile stocks lastburn 64** trading activity continues on Manifold.xyz, with ongoing redemptions and burns taking place. The project, linked to [@jackbutcher](https://manifold.xyz/@jackbutcher), shows: - Active trading and redemption period - 2,944 tradeoffs burned in previous phase - Limited time windows for participation *Traders should note the time-sensitive nature of these operations.* For current trading status and redemption opportunities, visit [Manifold.xyz](https://manifold.xyz/@jackbutcher/id/4190478576)

Latest update on the Checks VV NFT collection redemption status: - 212 out of 544 total pieces have been redeemed - Current redemption rate stands at 39% - Project created by @jackbutcher - Previous milestone: 46 pieces redeemed with 2,944 tradeoffs burned *This represents ongoing tracking of the Checks VV collection's redemption progress*

A simple 'gm' greeting marks another day in web3. This continues the daily tradition of community members greeting each other with 'gm' (good morning), fostering connection and camaraderie in the digital space. This practice has become a cultural touchstone in web3 communities, transcending its literal meaning to represent ongoing engagement and presence.

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*, which 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 gains from the previous version and promises more improvements ahead. This shift represents a return to fundamentals and core utility.