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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Solana’s Meme Coin Surge: Riding the Wave of Digital Whimsy

 The cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing a fascinating trend with the Solana blockchain taking center stage, courtesy of its burgeoning meme coin market. Known for...
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Virginia’s Groundbreaking Cryptocurrency Rights Bill: A Leap Forward for Digital Asset...

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and a growing reliance on digital currencies, a new legislative development from Virginia stands out as...
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Ethereum’s New Frontier: Vitalik Buterin Proposes 33% Gas Limit Increase

The ever-evolving world of Ethereum witnessed another significant development as Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, recently proposed a 33% increase in Ethereum's gas limit. This...
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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Navigates Choppy Waters as Investors Embrace New Bitcoin...

The financial landscape is experiencing a notable shift as investors pivot towards newly launched Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), moving away from the once-dominant Grayscale...
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Trump’s Mugshot NFTs and Bitcoin Ordinals: A Crypto Adventure Unfolds

Donald Trump dives headfirst into the NFT universe, bringing a dash of unpredictability to the table. The "Mugshot Edition" collection, which surfaced on the...
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Strike’s Stellar Surge: Charting a Bold Course in Bitcoin’s Waters

As 2024 unfolds, the journey of Strike, a Bitcoin-focused service, mirrors the evolutionary course of the Bitcoin ecosystem itself. The past year, 2023, stood...