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 ETFs Surge to $4 Billion in Lightning-Fast Blitz

The recently greenlit Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have initiated a financial whirlwind, collectively securing a staggering 95,000 Bitcoin within a mere six days of...
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Breezepay and Solana: Unleashing Crypto Magic on E-Commerce Payments!

Breezepay, the forward-thinking player in the e-commerce payments arena, is making waves by hitching its wagon to the Solana blockchain. This strategic integration promises...
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Indonesia’s Crypto Future Hangs in the Balance as Elections Loom

As Indonesia gears up for its general elections on February 14, the crypto industry is bracing for potential shifts in policy that could either...
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Saga 2 Ignites Record Preorders

Solana Mobile's highly anticipated second smartphone, "Chapter 2," is generating a massive buzz in the tech and crypto community, with preorders skyrocketing. This new...
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BitVM: Bridging Bitcoin’s Wild West with Trust-Minimized Zest!

BitVM, the latest player in the Bitcoin Layer 2 (L2) arena, is making waves with its unique approach to trust-minimized bridging. In a space...
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Altman’s Billions: A Global Revolution in AI Chip Production Unveiled

In response to the skyrocketing demand for AI chips, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is actively pursuing a multi-billion-dollar investment to establish a global network...