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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ERC-404: Blending the Best of Both Worlds

The digital asset landscape is evolving, and the forefront of this transformation is the ERC-404 standard. Emerging as an innovative solution, ERC-404 seamlessly merges...
Maria Irene

Dencun Upgrade Set to Revolutionize Ethereum Layer-2s, Driving Down Transaction Costs

The eagerly anticipated Dencun upgrade is poised to make its mark on the Ethereum mainnet, scheduled for launch on March 13. This pivotal update...
Maria Irene

Polygon Unveils Type-1 Upgrade: A Breakthrough in ZK EVM Proving Technology

Polygon, a leading player in the blockchain space, has rolled out the Type-1 upgrade to its zkEVM prover, marking a significant leap forward in...
Maria Irene

Stephen Chow’s ‘Nobody’ NFTs: A Cinematic Leap into the Blockchain

The art and film world has witnessed a remarkable event as Stephen Chow, the renowned Hong Kong movie director, ventures into the world of...
Maria Irene

Navigating Economic Tides: Cryptocurrency Emerges as a Beacon for Younger Americans

In a landscape marked by the relentless rise of inflation and the burdensome weight of transaction fees, a transformative shift is underway in the...
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Pixels Takes the Stage: Binance Launchpool’s Newest Web3 Gaming Venture

Binance has just revealed its 46th Launchpool project, introducing Pixels (PIXEL), a social web3 game developed on the Ronin Network. This new addition to...