Block Explorers

The artwork was created with the intention of commemorating the significant and historical transition that occurred from the Byron to the Shelley era of the Cardano network. This epoch-making event was marked by the very first block of Epoch 208, which was numbered as #4490511.

It's essential to note that the Shelley era represents a period of unprecedented growth and development for the Cardano network. Unlike the Byron era, which commenced at a single point in time when the mainnet was launched, the transition to Shelley was a carefully orchestrated process designed to achieve a smooth, low-risk transition without any service interruptions.

The Shelley era ushered in a host of improvements and features designed to enhance the Cardano network's performance, scalability, and security. These include the introduction of the Ouroboros Genesis consensus protocol, which enables a decentralized network while minimizing the energy consumption associated with traditional proof-of-work protocols.

Moreover, the Shelley era also introduced the concept of stake pools, which allows ADA holders to participate in the network's maintenance and earn rewards for their contributions. Additionally, the era saw the introduction of a delegation system that enables ADA holders to delegate their stake to a stake pool and earn rewards without requiring them to maintain the infrastructure themselves.