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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Bitcoin Mining Goes Green: A Global Shift Toward Sustainable Practices

Bitcoin mining has recently taken center stage, showcasing a growing emphasis on environmentally sustainable practices. A notable pro-Bitcoin portfolio manager, Seth, has highlighted this...
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Crypto Giants Challenge U.S. Treasury’s Proposed Rules on Crypto Mixing

Crypto industry heavyweights Coinbase, Paradigm, and Consensys are uniting to push back against the U.S. Treasury's proposed reporting requirements for transactions involving crypto mixers....
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China’s Stock Market Faces Turbulence: Authorities Weigh Measures to Restore Confidence

Chinese authorities are actively exploring a comprehensive set of measures to stabilize their stock market, according to sources cited by Bloomberg News. The move...
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India’s Stock Market Surges, Edges Past Hong Kong in Global Rankings

India's financial landscape witnessed a historic shift as its stock market soared to new heights, surpassing Hong Kong to claim the fourth spot in...
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Bitman’s BRC-720 Protocol: Dancing Data to Digital Delight in BitWorld

Bitman, initially a humble dataset on the Bitcoin blockchain, has undergone a whimsical transformation with the BRC-720 protocol. This protocol acts as a creative...
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Dogecoin and Floki Tokens Gain on XPayments’ Crypto Buzz

Dog-themed meme tokens, Dogecoin (DOGE) and floki (FLOKI), recently experienced a spirited surge, soaring by as much as 12% before easing back. The catalyst...