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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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...

BOOM DAO name change draws scrutiny over CHAI rebrand

BOOM DAO’s reported transition to a project called CHAI has drawn criticism within the Internet Computer community, with questions being raised about the project’s...

Menese Protocol seeks SNS support after a year of cross-chain development

Menese Protocol is seeking support for a proposal on the Internet Computer’s Service Nervous System (SNS), saying its cross-chain infrastructure has been operating in...
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Bioniq Unfolds a New Chapter in Bitcoin’s Saga: Blazing a Trail...

As November 29 approaches, the ICP and wider crypto landscape brims with anticipation for the debut of Bioniq, a marketplace poised to revolutionize the...
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Crypto Controversy Decrypted: The Twisted Tale of ICP’s Launch

Maria Irene Amidst the dazzling yet often murky waters of the cryptocurrency universe, the story of the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) launch unfolds, revealing a...
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Predictions for the Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity in 2024

The digital landscape is rapidly evolving, placing the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity at the forefront. As businesses prepare for the challenges...
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Coinbase International Exchange Expands Portfolio with Four New Digital Assets

Coinbase International Exchange, a division catering to clients outside the United States, has announced a significant addition to its trading portfolio. On December 30,...
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Singapore’s Bold Regulatory Stride Reshapes Crypto Landscape

MAS, Singapore's Monetary Authority, has boldly redefined its position in the cryptocurrency and digital payment token (DPT) arena with a comprehensive revamp of its...
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Querio: Redefining Search in Web3

In May 2023, the digital world witnessed the birth of Querio, a revolutionary Web3 search engine, crafted by the brilliant minds at CrossChain Labs....