Ethereum Classic celebrates its ten-year anniversary as one of the few blockchain networks that have remained true to its original principles despite numerous challenges.
A Rare Milestone in Blockchain History
By mid-2025, only a handful of blockchain networks can claim a decade of history. Ethereum Classic, launched on July 30, 2015, has consistently upheld the principle of 'Code is Law.' Following the high-profile hack of The DAO in 2016, the network split, with Ethereum (ETH) opting to restore lost funds while Ethereum Classic (ETC) preserved the original chain.
Preserving the Original Vision
Despite community pressure for a hard fork, a minority chose to preserve the original chain by launching nodes with the '--oppose-dao-fork' flag. On August 13, 2016, the Ethereum Classic community published a Declaration of Independence, reaffirming its commitment to immutability and protecting the network's history and users.
Ethereum Classic's Unique Position in the Blockchain Landscape
With Ethereum's shift to Proof-of-Stake, Ethereum Classic remains the only major programmable blockchain secured by Proof-of-Work. It presents solutions for long-term infrastructure development while adhering to its principles, continuously attracting investor and developer interest.
Ethereum Classic concludes its tenth decade as an independent and stable blockchain platform. Its principles and immutability are garnering increasing attention, making it an essential part of the cryptocurrency landscape.
