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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155 Join Forces in Groundbreaking Blockchain Trial: A Convergence of Tech...

The digital ledger that once exclusively chronicled the journey of cryptocurrencies is now forging a path through diverse industries, marking a significant leap towards...
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El Salvador’s Bitcoin Strategy: A Remarkable Journey to Profitability

El Salvador, the tiny Central American nation known for its bold embrace of cryptocurrency, is reaping the rewards of President Nayib Bukele's audacious Bitcoin...
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BlockGames Rides the Airdrop Wave: A New Player in Crypto Gaming...

An aggressive airdrop farming campaign helped elevate Portal to become the biggest gaming token launch so far this year. Now BlockGames, a mobile-centric crypto...
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Solana Shakes Up the Blockchain World: Jito’s Mempool Move and a...

Solana, the high-performance blockchain known for its lightning-fast transaction speeds and low fees, is making waves in the crypto world once again. In a...
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Biden’s Budget Blueprint: A New Dawn for Crypto Regulation

In a bold move that underscores the U.S. government's intent to tighten its grip on the cryptocurrency sector, President Joe Biden has proposed a...
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Art Meets Innovation: Mastercard’s NFT Accelerator and Core Foundation’s New Marketplace...

The digital art world is buzzing with excitement as two major developments in the non-fungible token (NFT) space unfold. Mastercard has launched the second...