Ethereum Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Mainnet Launch with NFTs & Global Events

HKAN | Jul 30

A Decade of Decentralization

Today, Ethereum officially celebrates the 10th anniversary of its mainnet launch, marking a full decade of uninterrupted uptime and rapid growth. What began as a bold experiment in smart contracts has now evolved into a cornerstone of the blockchain industry.

 

How Ethereum Is Celebrating

Commemorative NFT Mint: A free mint for all users has been released to mark the occasion, symbolizing community ownership and participation in Ethereum’s historic journey.

 

"Ethereum Torch" Relay: A special NFT torch was passed between community leaders leading up to today, concluding with a permanent burn that represents the completion of the first era of Ethereum.

 

Global Livestream & Community Talks: Ethereum cofounders and key developers are hosting a livestream event with reflections on the past decade and insights into the future of the network.

 

100+ Global Events: From developer meetups to panel discussions and NFT showcases, the Ethereum community is celebrating across major cities worldwide.

 

Ethereum in Numbers

$500+ billion in on-chain value

Over 100 million unique wallet addresses

Countless applications built on smart contracts, powering DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and more

Zero downtime in 10 years of operation

 

What’s Next?

As Ethereum enters its second decade, attention turns toward scaling, sustainability, and mainstream integration. The network continues to evolve with Layer-2 solutions, modular infrastructure, and growing institutional interest.

Ethereum’s journey from concept to global financial infrastructure has been nothing short of revolutionary—and the next chapter is just beginning.