Ethereum’s 10th Anniversary July 30, 2025, Goes Global With a Livestream and a Free NFT

The Ethereum network will celebrate its 10th anniversary on July 30, marking a decade since the launch of its Genesis Block. The Ethereum Foundation is spearheading a global decentralized campaign to recognize this milestone. The campaign includes online and in-person events to reflect on Ethereum’s progress and its impact on blockchain development.

Community-Led Events and Global Participation

Celebrations will take place in major cities such as Shenzhen and Hong Kong, alongside numerous community-organized meetups worldwide. The Ethereum Foundation is supporting these efforts through its Ecosystem Support Program, offering microgrants of up to $500 to fund grassroots activities.

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These events aim to highlight Ethereum’s evolution in areas such as decentralized finance (DeFi), tokenization, and digital ownership, and to further strengthen community bonds across different regions.

Livestream and On-Chain Engagements

A key feature of the anniversary includes a livestream event on July 30 at 2:30 UTC, with a special moment at 3:26:13 PM UTC, the exact timestamp of Ethereum’s Genesis Block launch. Participants will be able to mint a free “Torch NFT” for 24 hours following the event.

The livestream will also feature panels, reflections from core contributors, and interactive sessions that highlight Ethereum’s journey and upcoming goals.

Involvement from Ethereum Founders and Ecosystem Partners

Ethereum co-founders such as Vitalik Buterin, Joe Lubin, and Mihai Alisie will join the events, along with Foundation Executive Director Aya Miyaguchi. Their involvement will provide context on Ethereum’s past and insights into its future roadmap.

Projects like the Protocol Guild and Shutter Network are contributing to the Ethereum Time Capsule, an initiative designed to document key historical moments and forecast Ethereum’s next chapter.

Expected Network Impact and Institutional Recognition

While the campaign is focused on community engagement rather than regulatory announcements, it is expected to drive a temporary increase in network activity. Previous Ethereum milestones have triggered growth in NFT transactions, Layer 2 adoption, and DeFi usage.

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The NASDAQ’s recognition of Ethereum’s anniversary highlights growing institutional interest in Ethereum’s role within the global financial technology ecosystem.