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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DOM wallet launches District Explorer for Bitcoin block artwork

The DOM wallet has launched a new District Explorer that allows anyone to explore Bitcoin blocks as individual districts, bringing together artwork, block information...

Liquidium and Ledn offer different ways to borrow against Bitcoin

Bitcoin holders looking to access funds without selling their BTC can consider different lending models, with Liquidium and Ledn taking notably different approaches. Liquidium offers...

ICPay expands token support and promotes on-chain custody model

ICPay says more than 18 tokens have now been issued through its platform, with token creators able to refuel their token canisters directly through...

Internet Computer added to CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index

Internet Computer (ICP) has been added to the CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index as part of a correction to the index’s September...
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AI-built Bitcoin explorer showcases Internet Computer’s native integration

Developer @marc0olo  has used Caffeine AI to create an independent and decentralised Bitcoin UTXO explorer that runs fully on the Internet Computer. The app...
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Fractal Opens Two New FB Farming Pools with High Yields and...

Fractal has rolled out two new FB farming pools, giving users fresh opportunities to earn higher yields and extra rewards. The launch introduces the...
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Indonesian Team Fradium Wins Global Finale at World Computer Hacker League...

Fradium, a multi-chain security and analytics platform from Indonesia, has claimed the top prize in the Fully On-Chain track at the World Computer Hacker...
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Neuron Index Goes Live, Expanding Transparency Across the NNS

The Internet Computer’s Network Nervous System (NNS) has rolled out its new Neuron Index API, offering the community an open view of all neurons...
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Where Does Caffeine AI Really Belong? ICP Founder Clears the Air

A post by Sui highlighting new Web3 projects sparked some confusion this week after listing Caffeine AI among its ecosystem builders. While the inclusion...
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Oisy Wallet Brings EVM NFTs Onboard

Oisy has rolled out support for EVM-based NFTs, allowing users to view and manage their digital collectibles directly from their wallet. The update marks...