Maria Irene

Maria Irene is a journalist and author covering the Internet Computer Protocol, Bitcoin, DeFi, and the broader decentralised web. She is the founder and editor of LedgerLife.io, an independent, reader-funded publication dedicated to clear-eyed reporting on the ICP ecosystem and Web3 technology. She is the author of two books: Money Without Masters: The Story of Crypto (Amazon) and The World Computer: Decentralised Computing and the Rise of the Internet Computer Protocol (Amazon). Her work focuses on making complex blockchain technology accessible without losing precision or depth.
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ICP Money Reports Higher Revenue and Lower Expenses in Q1

ICP Money has reported stronger financial results for the first quarter of 2026, with revenue rising and expenses falling compared with the final quarter...

OhShii Wallet Analyzer Speeds Up After Major Backend Rebuild

OhShii Labs says it has rebuilt the query engine behind its Wallet Analyzer tool, cutting loading times sharply for both wallet balances and transaction...

Dominic Williams Says First ICP Cloud Engines Should Be Based in the Middle East

Dominic Williams has suggested that the first ICP cloud engines should be located in the Middle East after drone strikes damaged multiple Amazon Web...

Bitmap Explorer Opens Public Access Through Bitmap.trade

Bitmap has opened public access to its on-chain explorer through Bitmap.trade, giving users a new way to browse and analyse bitmap data directly from...
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Navigating the Economic Storm: James Rickards on Inflation, Deflation, and the...

James Rickards, an acclaimed economic commentator, recently painted a stark picture of the US economic landscape on London Real. Rickards issued warnings about inflation,...
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The Rise of BRC-20: The Next Big Leap or a Future...

The emergence of BRC-20 tokens is igniting a new wave of discussion in the world of cryptocurrencies. These tokens, native to the Bitcoin blockchain,...
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Transforming Business and National Cybersecurity with Bitcoin: Michael Saylor Shares MicroStrategy’s...

A recent interview with Michael Saylor, the executive chairman and founder of MicroStrategy, has revealed the company's strategic use of Bitcoin and its potential...
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A Deep Dive into BRC20 Tokens: From Ord Already to SATs...

In the rapidly evolving realm of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, a multitude of tokens from various protocols vie for the attention of investors. Amid...
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Existential Physics: Sabine Hossenfelder’s Deep Dive into Life’s Biggest Questions

In her latest book, "Existential Physics: A Scientist's Guide to Life's Biggest Questions," theoretical physicist Sabine Hossenfelder turns her attention to the deepest and...
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Real Vision Strikes Back Against Misinformation, Teases Ambitious “Real Vision 2.0”...

Real Vision, a financial media platform known for its unique position at the nexus of macro, crypto, and technology, has decided to break its...