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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Canister Lab

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...
Artificial Intelligence
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Apple’s Clever Move: AI Breakthrough for iPhone

Apple has quietly unveiled a technique, detailed in a recent research paper, showcasing the company's progress in making advanced AI compatible with iPhones. This...
Maria Irene

Unjamming Bitcoin: Clever Fixes for Stuck Transactions

Did you know that a low-fee Bitcoin transaction can turn into a digital version of 'Waiting for Godot'? When your Bitcoin transaction gets trapped...
Maria Irene

PIVX: Riding the Wave of Technological and Market Advancements

The cryptocurrency landscape, ever-fluctuating and fiercely competitive, witnessed a standout performer in PIVX in 2023. The latest Superblock Report from PIVX brings to light...
Maria Irene

Gate.io Leads the Charge in the BRC20 Revolution: $10,000 Trading Competition...

Since the start of 2023, the BRC20 standard has been a catalyst for change in the cryptocurrency landscape, introducing novel narratives and opportunities. Gate.io,...
Maria Irene

Internet Computer Advances European Digital Sovereignty with GDPR-Compatible Blockchain

Since the enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on May 18, 2018, organizations worldwide have grappled with stringent requirements to safeguard the...
Maria Irene

Gaming Blockchain Oasys Levels Up with Datachain and TOKI Partnership

Oasys, the blockchain powerhouse tailored for gaming enthusiasts, has solidified its position in the evolving web3 gaming frontier through a strategic collaboration with Datachain...