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The freshly minted line-up of collectible avatars, titled 'Retro Reimagined', is scheduled for a grand unveiling on July 26 at 3:00 pm Eastern Time. In the tradition of previous releases, this series will also make its debut on the Polygon blockchain. Users will have the ability to exchange these Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) via various external trading applications
On top of that, Reddit has given some tantalizing hints about future modifications coming to its treasure trove of collectible items. In the not too distant future, this store will be directly accessible from the avatar editing interface. At present, the store's offering is somewhat limited, with only a handful of third-generation selections available for purchase, each carrying a price tag of $4.99. 
Exploring Vulcan Forged (PYR): A Comprehensive Project Review
Vulcan Forged (PYR) stands as the native token of the blockchain-based game developer, trading hub, and dApps incubator, Vulcan Forged. Created in alliance with Polygon, it functions as the currency for all games and applications within the ecosystem. 
Polygon Labs has announced plans for a new, more decentralized governance model as part of its upcoming Polygon 2.0 roadmap.
The team has proposed "three governance pillars" that will manage the core protocol, smart contracts, and a community treasury.
Key features include an expanded Polygon Improvement Proposal (PIP) framework, an ecosystem council to manage system smart contract upgrades, and a two-phase community treasury governance model to fund promising projects. 
Blockchain Use Case Repository Launched by Polygon Labs
Seeking to illustrate the practical value of blockchain beyond the realm of cryptocurrencies, Ethereum scaling solution, Polygon Labs, has unveiled a unique initiative called "The Value Prop." This project serves as an open database, collating and highlighting beneficial blockchain applications from across the globe. 
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has teamed up with India-based crypto fund Crypto Relief and Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal to contribute a substantial sum of $100 million towards COVID-19 research and the development of medical infrastructure in India.
Recognizing the ongoing threat of COVID-19 and potential future pandemics, Buterin took to Twitter on June 8th to highlight the urgent need for a comprehensive global solution. He emphasized the importance of combining cutting-edge scientific innovation with effective on-the-ground implementation to address these challenges head-on.
The generous donation will be directed towards critical areas of research, with a particular focus on studying COVID-19 airborne transmission and advancing the development of improved medical equipment.
By prioritizing these aspects, the initiative aims to enhance understanding and mitigation strategies, ultimately curbing the spread of the virus and improving healthcare outcomes for affected individuals. 
Crypto Unicorns: A Rainbow World on Polygon by Laguna Games
Crypto Unicorns is a new browser-based game from Laguna Games and Polygon, grounded in blockchain technology. In this game, players are provided with more than just an endearing farm simulation. It also involves elements of racing, knight tournaments, and even battles where unicorns play a central role. Formula 1 Embraces NFTs for Monaco Grand Prix
Platinium Group, the leading ticket issuer for Formula 1, is venturing into new territory by introducing NFT race tickets. Collaborating with blockchain infrastructure company Elemint and Web3 agency Bary, they are leveraging Ethereum sidechain Polygon to mint these unique digital tickets.