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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Liquidium highlights 25% LTV borrowing option using ClayStonKz collection as collateral

Liquidium has highlighted a lending opportunity that allows eligible ClayStonKz holders to use their collection assets as collateral for borrowing, with a loan-to-value (LTV)...

How to create and launch an ICRC-1 token on the Internet Computer without code

Creating a cryptocurrency token can involve smart contract development, testing and deployment costs. On the Internet Computer, users can create an ICRC-1 token through...

Menese Protocol sets 10 million MENES token sale window for September 22

Menese Protocol has announced a 10 million MENES token sale through the Network Nervous System (NNS), following the community’s adoption of the protocol. The sale...

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...
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ParaSwap Returns Crypto After Addressing Vulnerability

Decentralized finance aggregator ParaSwap has swiftly responded to a critical vulnerability in its newly launched Augustus v6 smart contract, marking a proactive approach to...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin Battle: BlackRock’s ETF Nears Overtaking Grayscale’s BTC Holdings

The world of cryptocurrency is witnessing an intriguing battle as BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF inches closer to overtaking Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) in terms...
Maria Irene

ckBTC: Bitcoin’s Bridge or a Technological Mirage?

As the cryptocurrency world turns its gaze towards the evolving landscape of Bitcoin derivatives, ckBTC emerges as a topic of heated debate. Central to...
Maria Irene

Core Crack: Unpatchable Flaw in Apple’s M-Series Chips Unveils Data Risk

The digital fortress that is Apple's M-series chips, long celebrated for its robust security and performance, now faces a daunting challenge. Recent academic research...
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Coinbase Spices Up: Eyes on Dogecoin, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash Futures

Coinbase, a leading name in the crypto exchange market, is charting a new course that could potentially reshape the landscape of cryptocurrency trading. The...
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Lido’s Leaping Milestone: Close to 10 Million Ethereum Staked

The digital finance world is on the edge of its virtual seat as Lido DAO, a leading liquid staking protocol, approaches a remarkable milestone....