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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Mission 70 vote splits community as decision hangs on thin margin

Fresh commentary from Fabio has drawn attention to the uncertain state of voting on Mission 70, as a large portion of participation remains outstanding. Posting...

Origyn launches Minting Studio to bring real-world assets on-chain

A new tool aimed at simplifying how physical and digital assets are recorded on blockchain networks is now available, with the launch of Minting...

Cloud control, local rules: data sovereignty shapes the next phase of internet infrastructure

Data sovereignty has moved from a technical preference to a business requirement, as companies face tighter rules on where data sits and how it...

Onicai update brings on-chain AI deployment closer with llama.cpp canister release

A new release from Onicai is aiming to simplify how developers run large language models directly on blockchain infrastructure, with the launch of llama_cpp_canister...
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Embrace the Dark Side of Trading: A Deep Dive into Short-Selling...

Maria Irene In the world of finance, few strategies evoke as much controversy as short-selling. Often vilified for its perceived role in market crashes, short-selling...
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AI Revolutionizing Cold Emails: Shopify Owners Receive Personalized App Pitches

Maria Irene In a recent Twitter thread, Spencer Scott (@AKASpencerScott), an entrepreneur who has bootstrapped two SaaS companies, shared the remarkable story of how artificial...
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Global Housing Market Correction Underway; US Proves Resilient Amidst Declines

Maria Irene The world is currently experiencing a housing market correction, according to Goldman Sachs economists, with the United States faring the best among major...
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Emerging Markets Attract Tech Talent, Posing a Brain Drain Threat to...

Maria Irene As the world stands on the cusp of a new era marked by rapid technological advancement and globalization, developed nations are confronted with...
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Exploring the Enigma of Consciousness

Maria Irene In "Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind," author Annaka Harris tackles the intriguing and complex subject of consciousness,...
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Short Sellers Rake in Over $100 Million on Deutsche Bank Stock,...

Maria Irene In recent weeks, short sellers have made substantial gains, with over $100 million in paper profits, by betting against Deutsche Bank stock, according...
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