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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Astar Breaks Ground: Integrates with Polygon’s AggLayer for Unified Liquidity

Astar, a leading blockchain network within the Japanese Web3 community, announced its groundbreaking integration with Polygon's new AggLayer. This move positions Astar zkEVM as...
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Coachella’s Digital Harmony: NFTs Remix the Festival Experience

The fusion of music festivals and digital innovation takes a significant leap forward as Coachella partners with OpenSea to launch a series of Non-Fungible...
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BRICS Embarks on Blockchain Payment System Initiative

The BRICS grouping, comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative to create a payment...
Maria Irene

MIT Unveils AI Breakthrough for Robotic Warehouses

MIT researchers have introduced a game-changing AI model set to revolutionize warehouse logistics, promising to streamline operations in robotic warehouses amid the booming e-commerce...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin’s Roller Coaster Ride Shakes the Market

As the digital currency market once again demonstrated its trademark unpredictability, Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, recently took its enthusiasts and investors on a whirlwind...
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Forging the Future of Decentralized AI: ELNA’s Vision of Community-Driven Innovation

In a compelling conversation with the ELNA team, Maria Irene delved into the transformative potential of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology. ELNA's...