The Ethereum Foundation has announced a global livestream event for July 30, 2025, to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Ethereum blockchain. Scheduled for 2:30 PM UTC, the event aims to celebrate a decade since the network's genesis block, which laid the groundwork for decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The livestream will feature key figures from Ethereum's history and present, reflecting on its journey and future trajectory.
As stated in the official tweet from the Ethereum Foundation, the livestream will include discussions with co-founders Vitalik Buterin and Joseph Lubin, who will "relive history" and reflect on the network's foundational years. The event will also "set the vision for the next decade" with insights from Tim Stanczak and Du Jun of Wanxiang Blockchain Labs, and feature contributions from "builders across the globe." This comprehensive lineup underscores the event's dual focus on historical reflection and forward-looking strategy.
Beyond the central livestream, the tenth anniversary is being marked by a series of global community events and local meetups supported by the Ethereum Foundation. A symbolic NFT torch relay has also been underway, culminating in its "burning" on July 30th to signify the milestone. These widespread celebrations highlight Ethereum's enduring impact and its evolution into a foundational layer for the Web3 ecosystem.
Since its genesis block on July 30, 2015, Ethereum has grown to become the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization and a critical platform for smart contracts and decentralized applications. Its journey includes significant milestones such as the transition to a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism with "The Merge," which dramatically reduced its energy consumption. The anniversary serves as a moment to acknowledge the network's resilience and its continuous development in the face of market fluctuations and technological advancements.
The anniversary comes amidst continued market activity and ongoing efforts to enhance Ethereum's scalability, security, and sustainability. Discussions during the livestream are expected to touch upon future upgrades and the strategic direction for the network's next decade. The global celebration reinforces the community-driven ethos that has defined Ethereum's development and its potential for continued innovation in the decentralized digital landscape.