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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Bitmap’s Surge: Charting the Unprecedented Rise of a Metaverse Titan

In a world where digital currencies and virtual spaces are constantly reinventing themselves, Bitmap emerges as a striking example of metamorphosis and innovation. Once...
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Hivemapper: Redrawing the World’s Maps with Blockchain and Community Power

In an era where digital mapping is often synonymous with a few tech behemoths, a new player, Hivemapper, emerges with a distinctive proposition. Leveraging...
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Mondee Soars with Purplegrids: A Strategic Leap in Travel AI

In a strategic move that heralds a new era in travel technology, Mondee Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOND), a dynamic travel technology company, has acquired...
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Innovating Finance: MELDapp’s Latest Leap in Crypto and Blockchain Technology

The MELDapp team has once again demonstrated their commitment to innovation and user empowerment. This week, the team has made significant strides, unveiling a...
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Charting New Waters: Epoch Island’s Bold Leap into Crypto-Governance

The concept of a network state, as imagined by Balaji Srinivasan, is taking a concrete shape with the emergence of Epoch Island, a project...
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SEC Takes Strong Stance on Crypto Enforcement in 2023: A Year...

In a year marked by speculation on a Bitcoin spot ETF approval, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) declared 2023 a "highly productive and...