Ethereum history stories

Sep 16, 2026

TheDAO Security Fund opens $1.8 million round two for Ethereum security work

The endowment built from unclaimed 2016 DAO funds is launching a second funding round worth $1.8 million to support Ethereum's security initiatives, asking companies that benefit from Ethereum security work to contribute. The move comes as 2026's first half has already set a record for crypto hacks.

Sep 16, 20261 source

Jul 30, 2026

Ethereum Marks 11th Anniversary After Turbulent Year at Foundation

Ethereum reached its 11th anniversary on July 30, 2026, having launched in 2015 with the vision of becoming a decentralized world computer. The milestone comes after a year of upheaval at the Ethereum Foundation.

Jul 30, 20261 source

Jun 1, 2026

Developer Recovers $2 Million Locked in 2016 ICO Contract for Nine Years Through Whitehat Exploit

A developer known as Florent helped recover approximately 1,003 ETH (worth roughly $2 million) that had been trapped in a 2016 initial coin offering contract for nine years using a whitehat exploit.

Jun 1, 20261 source