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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Crypto Adventures: LBPs and the FOMO Tango!

When it comes to navigating the cryptic seas of ICP, Liquidity Bootstrapping Pools (LBPs) are the talk of the town. But beware, fellow crypto...
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Byte-sized Revolution: Unraveling the Art Market Conundrum

Navigating the challenges of high Bitcoin fees, artists and creators are exploring a practical approach to showcase their work without succumbing to financial strain....
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ICscription: Igniting the Inscription Revolution – Trading Freedom, Flexibility, and Funky...

ICscription, a rising star in the IC ecosystem, is making waves in the inscription trading landscape with its innovative approach. The platform's introduction of...
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Navigating 2023: Internet Computer’s Evolution and Innovations

The year 2023 witnessed a pivotal shift in the Internet Computer landscape, marked by the integration of Bitcoin and the introduction of Chain Key...
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Bitfinity Unveils Exciting Upgrades: Sonic’s V3 Launch and the Trustless Neuro...

Kicking off 2024 with a burst of innovation, the Bitfinity community is gearing up for a series of groundbreaking updates that promise to reshape...
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Post-Jubilee Insights: A Cryptic Shift in the World of Inscriptions

The jubilee may have concluded, but its impact on the realm of inscriptions lingers, revealing a nuanced landscape post-celebration. Negative inscription numbers, once shrouded in...