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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Blast’s TVL Surpasses $2.1 Billion Mark Ahead of Mainnet Launch

Ethereum's layer-2 network Blast has surged past the $2.1 billion mark in total value locked (TVL), signaling a remarkable milestone just days ahead of...
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Runestone’s Unconventional Journey: A Bitcoin Ordinals Tale

Runestone, an intriguing Bitcoin Ordinals venture led by the enigmatic NFT historian and Ordinals aficionado, Leonidas, is on the brink of unleashing its inaugural...
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MicroStrategy’s Bold Bitcoin Bet: $155 Million for 3,000 More BTC

Amid fluctuating markets and unpredictable economic forecasts, MicroStrategy has once again made headlines with its audacious move in the cryptocurrency space. The firm, already...
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Frax Finance Unveils Sharing is Earning: A Revenue Revolution in Crypto

At the heart of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, a fresh narrative unfolds as Frax Finance gears up to introduce a groundbreaking revenue sharing initiative. This...
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Bitcoin Soars Beyond the Horizon: A New Peak in Two Years

The digital currency landscape is witnessing a remarkable resurgence, as Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, eclipses a significant milestone, reaching heights not seen in over...
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ICPSwap plans Innovative Token Reward System

DeFi dynamics on ICP are evolving as ICPSwap proposes groundbreaking approaches to reward token holders. Renowned as one of the DeFi masters in the...