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 adds Silk Road exhibit exploring Bitcoin, crime and state power

Dom Wallet has added a new exhibit to its Ruins wing examining the history of Silk Road and its wider impact on Bitcoin, law...

Liquidium launches Robinhood Chain NFT lending in open beta

Liquidium.WTF has launched its NFT lending service on Robinhood Chain in open beta, giving holders of selected Robinhood NFTs the option to borrow crypto...

ICPay adds new tools for simpler canister management

ICPay has launched a new set of canister management tools aimed at making it easier for Internet Computer users to control and maintain their...

Crypto ETFs record sixth straight week of inflows

Crypto exchange-traded funds recorded another week of net inflows, extending their positive run to six consecutive weeks as investor demand for digital assets shows...
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CME’s Leap Over Binance: A New Era in Bitcoin Futures

In a notable turn of events, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) has dethroned Binance to become the leading arena for Bitcoin futures in terms...
Maria Irene

PIVX: Setting the Pace for Consumer-Centric Crypto Commerce and Global Engagement

In the fast evolving world of e-commerce, November 21st marks a pivotal day as Shopping.io and PIVX join forces, heralding a new era of...
Maria Irene

Ether Surges 8% to Break $2,000 Barrier Amid BlackRock’s Ethereum Trust...

In an unexpected turn of events on November 9, Ether experienced an impressive 8% rally, breaking the $2,000 barrier and reaching its highest price...
Maria Irene

Courtyard’s Thanksgiving Gift: Mystery Packs with Tokenized Pokémon Cards

Collectible card vaulting platform Courtyard is set to spread some early Thanksgiving joy by giving away hundreds of mystery card packs, each containing tokenized...
Maria Irene

Tune In, Design Out: Canva Adds Top Artist Tracks to Its...

Canva, a leader in visual communication and design tools, has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to its platform: a music library featuring sixty-second clips from...
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Danielle Johansen: Weaving Tech with Style in Australia’s Fashion Scene

In the world of Australian fashion, Danielle Johansen has emerged not just as a fashion pioneer but also a vanguard in the realm of...