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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Gaming

The Jar of DOM reopens with a new on-chain season

The Jar of DOM has reopened for a new season, giving DOM Wallet users another on-chain game built around ICP staking, DOM burns and...

KeyMesh explores confidential and verifiable external compute on ICP

A new experimental project called KeyMesh is exploring whether the Internet Computer can coordinate external computing resources while giving users stronger guarantees around privacy,...

ICPay aims to simplify crypto transfers with username-based handles

Sending cryptocurrency can involve copying and pasting long wallet addresses, a process that can be inconvenient and increases the risk of entering the wrong...

Expired bob.fun domain raises Internet Identity security concerns for users

Users of the ICP-based bob.fun applications have been warned against accessing the services through their former web domains after the bob.fun domain stopped serving...
Real Estate
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The Dragon’s Dilemma: China’s Property Crisis Could Be the World’s Headache:...

In a recent interview, Santiago Capital's Brent Johnson pulled no punches when discussing China's unfolding property crisis. Johnson noted that the tremors emanating from...
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Oman Unveils $1.1 Billion Investment in Bitcoin Mining: Merging Tradition with...

In an unexpected move, Oman, known for its conservative nature and deep-rooted traditions, has announced a groundbreaking investment of $1.1 billion in Bitcoin mining...
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PIVX Pounces to Personalization: Say Goodbye to Addresses, and Hello to...

Maria Irene Leading privacy coin PIVX is on the brink of a major update scheduled for September 10th. This change is not merely an upgrade;...
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Canada Eyes Visa Cap for International Students as Housing Crisis Snowballs

Maria Irene In Canada, home to the majestic Maple Leaf, a multifaceted dilemma is taking shape. The nation's appeal as an international study hub has...
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PIVX’s Power Play: Masternodes, Staking, and the Allure of Privacy!

Maria Irene Masternodes are the backbone of the PIVX network, contributing not merely to transaction speed but enhancing privacy levels. The essence of owning a...
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Stake Your Claim to Fame with Fuse: Quadruple the Fun with...

Grabbing a golden opportunity can sometimes feel like catching a fleeting shadow. Not this time, as FUSE blockchain presents a thrilling chance for the...