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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Dominic Williams highlights fully on-chain exchange model

DFINITY founder Dominic Williams has highlighted the idea of an open-source order book exchange that operates entirely on-chain, pointing to the potential of blockchain...

Dom Wallet explores self-drawing Bitcoin Bitmaps

Dom Wallet has highlighted a recent development in Bitcoin Bitmap technology that could allow an inscription to build an accurate representation of a block...

Odin.fun outlines locking, staking and V2 migration plans

Odin.fun has provided an update on its roadmap, covering token locking, staking, the planned migration from V1 to V2 and security measures introduced following...

ICPanda explores AI control and human freedom in new sci-fi story

ICPanda has released a new science fiction story exploring the question of whether an artificial superintelligence should have the authority to determine humanity's future. Titled...
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Tao’s Terrific Twist: From Philosophy to Profit in Crypto’s Latest Saga

Where giants like Bitcoin and Ethereum often overshadow newer entrants, the remarkable ascent of Tao (TAO) emerges as a striking anomaly. Within just a...
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Fidelity Eyes Ethereum ETF: $4.5 Trillion Asset Management Giant Seeks SEC...

Fidelity, a colossal asset management firm overseeing an impressive $4.5 trillion in assets, has joined the growing list of institutions aiming to introduce a...
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BIS Study Highlights Stability Concerns in Stablecoins, Advocates for Central Bank...

In a recent study released by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), stablecoins have come under scrutiny for lacking crucial mechanisms that ensure money...
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Discord Sunsets Clyde AI Chatbot, Leaving Room for a Bot-Rich Environment

In a surprising Thursday night announcement, Discord, the popular gaming communications platform, revealed its decision to sunset Clyde, its AI chatbot, within the next...
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Avalanche Ascends: Bold Moves Spark Buzz

In recent months, Avalanche has reasserted its prominence in the blockchain world, unveiling a slew of strategic alliances and technological breakthroughs that set it...
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PIVX Sprints Ahead: Sees 160% Price Surge

In a remarkable display of market resilience, PIVX has eclipsed expectations and set new benchmarks in the crypto landscape this week. This privacy-focused digital...