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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Bit-ting the Competition: Hive Digital’s Rigorous Dance with Bitmain Rigs Pays...

Bitcoin miner Hive Digital Technologies is reaping the rewards of its strategic move to acquire a fleet of Bitmain mining rigs in the aftermath...
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Flipkart Leaps into Web3, Joining Forces with Polygon for E-commerce Innovation

Why stay on the beaten path when you can carve a new one? Flipkart, India's e-commerce giant, has done just that. In a landmark...
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Abu Dhabi’s Blockchain Marvel: Turning Carbon Emissions into Crypto Cheers!

An announcement from an Abu Dhabi government-affiliated research center has stirred anticipation in the realm of environmental innovation. Unveiled at the United Nations Climate...
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Beam Blazes Ahead: Gaming Blockchain Teams Up with Immutable zkEVM on...

In a bid to redefine the gaming blockchain landscape, Beam, an open-source blockchain operated by Merit Circle DAO, is set to make waves with...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin Voyager Paco de la India Concludes His Global Run, Plans...

As the sun sets on a unique global adventure, Paco de la India draws the curtains on his extraordinary 'Last Run with bitcoin.' This...
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ShapeShift’s Innovative Fee Overhaul: Embracing Small Traders and FOX Token Holders

ShapeShift, a notable player in the  multi chain wallet universe, has unveiled an inventive update to its fee structure, marking a shift in its...