Ethereum’s 10-Year Anniversary: The Torch, The Burn, The Mint
Ethereum is turning 10 — and it’s doing so with a symbolic, community-powered celebration that blends blockchain history with NFT culture. The centerpiece? A one-of-a-kind NFT called The Ethereum Torch, passed from wallet to wallet across the globe before being burned on July 30, 2025, Ethereum’s official birthday.
What Is the Ethereum Torch?
- A single NFT representing Ethereum’s journey, values, and global reach
- Passed between 10 torchbearers, each holding it for 24 hours
- Includes figures like Joseph Lubin, Michael Egorov (Curve Finance), and other ecosystem builders
- Symbolizes decentralization, innovation, and community-driven growth
- Will be burned on July 30, marking the end of the relay and the beginning of Ethereum’s next chapter
Mint Your Commemorative NFT
After the torch is burned, a free-to-mint NFT will be released to the public. This commemorative token lets anyone own a piece of Ethereum’s history.
| Mint Details | Status |
|---|---|
| 📅 Date | July 30, 2025 |
| 💰 Cost | Free (gas fees may apply) |
| 🌐 Access | Open to all |
| 🔗 Info | Ethereum’s 10-Year Page (https://ethereum.org/en/10years/) |
How to Participate
- 🧠 Prepare your Ethereum wallet (MetaMask, Trust Wallet, etc.)
- 📲 Follow @ethereum on X for real-time updates
- 🔗 Visit ethereum.org/10years for ceremony details and mint instructions
- 🕒 Watch the torch relay and burning event unfold live
- 🎉 Join local or virtual events listed on the Ethereum map
Why It Matters
- Celebrates 10 years of censorship resistance, smart contracts, and DeFi
- Honors Ethereum’s global community and its evolution from whitepaper to 24M+ daily transactions
- Coincides with Ethereum’s price surge past $3,800 and a market cap of $450B
- Sets the stage for the Fusaka upgrade in November 2025 — focused on scalability and efficiency
