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...
Solana
Maria Irene

Phantom Breaks Chains: Welcomes Bitcoin with Open ₿eta Arms!

Phantom, the self-custody crypto wallet rooted in Solana, made waves on Wednesday with its latest announcement—compatibility with Bitcoin, Ordinals, and BRC-20 tokens. This move,...
Maria Irene

Crypto Chronicles: Unraveling the Enigma of Inscriptions, Ordinals, and the Price...

In a departure from the traditional Wall Street rhythm, the crypto stage is witnessing a peculiar phenomenon—inscriptions. Responsible for an overwhelming 90% surge in...
Maria Irene

Immutable Unveils ‘Passport’ Wallet Infrastructure—No Seed Words Required

In a bold move reshaping the landscape of Web3 gaming, Immutable, the innovative game publisher, has introduced its latest wallet infrastructure, aptly named "Immutable...
Maria Irene

Gate.io and Cornucopias Join Forces: Unlocking Token Opportunities on Gate’s Startup

Gate.io, a renowned digital asset exchange, has embarked on an exciting collaboration with Cornucopias, an up-and-coming Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG). This partnership...
Maria Irene

Gate.io Unveils Effortless Path to Token Airdrops: Hold $10 and Reap...

Gate.io, a leading digital asset exchange, has recently unveiled an enticing opportunity for its users: the chance to participate in token airdrops through its...
Maria Irene

Crypto 2024: Navigating Through Innovation and Regulation

Coinbase's 2024 Crypto Market Outlook presents an intriguing landscape for digital currencies, marked by significant growth and evolving trends. The doubling of the total...