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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Europe’s $23 Billion Sovereign Cloud Push Raises Questions Over Who Really Controls the Infrastructure

Europe is preparing to spend an estimated $23.1 billion on sovereign cloud infrastructure by 2027, according to Gartner forecasts, as governments and enterprises seek...

Ord.io to Shut Down on June 1 After Three-Year Run in Bitcoin Ordinals Space

Ord.io, the Bitcoin Ordinals explorer known for its community-driven features and culture-first design, will shut down on June 1, marking the end of a...

Plug Pay launches to enable real-world payments across everyday spending

Plug Pay has gone live, introducing a new payment option designed to support real-world purchases including supermarket shopping, flights and everyday items such as...

56 Bitcoin Blocks Inscribed as BIC Map Goes Live on ICP

Day one of BIC has closed with 56 Bitcoin blocks now permanently inscribed on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), marking the first visible phase...
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The Dollar Milkshake Theory: Can the US Dollar Continue to Dominate?

By Maria Irene The US dollar has long been considered the world's reserve currency, but in recent years, there has been growing concern that its...
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Navigating the Complex World of Emerging Markets: Insights from Gordian Gaeta’s Opportunities...

By Maria Irene Investing in emerging markets can be both exciting and challenging. On one hand, these economies offer high growth potential and access to...
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When Fear Takes Hold: A History of Bank Runs and Their...

Maria Irene For many people, the term "bank run" might conjure up images of the Great Depression or other economic crises throughout history. But bank...
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DeFi Emerges as a Promising Alternative to Traditional Finance

Maria Irene Decentralized finance, or DeFi, has been one of the fastest-growing sectors in the blockchain space. It allows people to access financial services without...
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Avalanche Subnets: The Power of Customizable Blockchain Networks

Maria Irene Blockchain technology has come a long way since its inception in 2008 with the creation of Bitcoin. Today, blockchain networks have become more...
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Understanding Secular Trends and Their Impact on the Stock Market: How...

Maria Irene Secular refers to something that is long-term or ongoing, as opposed to something that is temporary or short-lived. In the context of the...