The Eurozone debt crisis of 2010–2015 was one of the most viral economic events of the modern era, exposing flaws in the euro system and sparking debates about austerity versus stimulus. Greece, Spain, and Italy faced insolvency, with viral headlines about “Grexit” dominating global media. Protests in Athens went viral, with images of clashes between citizens and police symbolizing frustration and despair. The crisis exposed the challenges of monetary unions without fiscal integration, as countries shared a currency but not unified budgets. Bailouts from the EU and IMF became controversial, sparking debates about sovereignty and fairness. Viral memes mocked German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s role in imposing austerity, while economists debated the wisdom of cutting spending during recession. The crisis threatened the euro’s survival, shaking global markets and investor confidence. It highlighted the fragility of globalization and the tension between national identity and regional integration. It remains a viral lesson in economic governance, showing how interconnected economies can amplify risks. It reshaped European politics, fueling populism and Euroscepticism. It remains a cautionary tale about debt, austerity, and solidarity. It showed how economic crises can become political crises. It revealed the limits of technocratic solutions. It remains a vivid reminder that economics is not just numbers but people, politics, and identity. It continues to shape debates about the future of the European Union. It was not just a financial crisis but a cultural moment, remembered in protests, headlines, and memes. It remains a defining event in modern economic history, showing how regional integration can both stabilize and destabilize economies.