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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LedgerLife launches ICP World Index to track what the token buys across 18 global cities

A new data tool from LedgerLife puts a number on what ICP actually buys, tracking the token's purchasing power across 18 cities and 11...

Iran Oil Revenues Rise as Exports Hold Above Pre-War Levels

Iran’s oil revenues are climbing as exports remain above pre-war levels, giving Tehran a stronger financial position at a time when much of the...

MoonBob Floats Mining Game Idea to Boost BOB Burns

MoonBob has emerged as the creator behind the BOB Mining Co. concept, a game idea that blends meme culture, mining mechanics and ICP community...

BTC Holders Turn to Borrowing Strategies to Unlock Liquidity

Bitcoin holders are increasingly looking at ways to access liquidity without selling their assets, with one strategy gaining attention across the crypto market. The setup...
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The Sui Economy: Exploring its Players, Tokenomics, and L2 Solutions for...

Maria Irene In the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology, the Sui network emerges as an innovative platform that offers a user-friendly experience through its...
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Sui Mainnet Set to Launch Tomorrow, Boasting Impressive Speeds and Efficiency

Maria Irene Tomorrow, May 3rd, marks the highly anticipated launch of the Sui Mainnet, a cutting-edge network that has demonstrated remarkable capabilities during testing. With...
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Crypto Adoption Gains Momentum: The Intersection of Millennials, Boomers, and Web...

Maria Irene The world of cryptocurrencies is witnessing an unprecedented surge in adoption rates among Millennials, Gen Xers, and even Baby Boomers. The increased interest...
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Revisiting Monetary Fundamentals: An Insightful Journey through America’s Financial Past

Maria Irene In "A Monetary History of the United States, 1867-1960," Nobel laureate Milton Friedman and co-author Anna Schwartz provide a meticulously researched, comprehensive analysis...
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A Looming Deflationary Depression: America’s Money Supply Contraction Signals Economic Alarm

For the first time since the Great Depression, the money supply in America has contracted, triggering a massive deflationary depression warning. Experts are drawing...
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Balancing Portfolios Amid Market Uncertainties: The Importance of Tail Risk Funds,...

In a seemingly directionless financial market, risk assets continue to rally while the VIX remains below 16. Despite numerous potential risks, maintaining a balance...