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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Rabbithole launches encrypted file vault on the Internet Computer

Rabbithole has launched an early version of a sovereign encrypted file vault on the Internet Computer, with the project focused on giving users greater...

ICPay Cloud uses on-chain storage for decentralised file management

Most blockchain networks store transaction records or hashes on-chain while relying on external cloud services to hold the underlying files. ICPay Cloud is taking...

Rumi Protocol launches ckDOGE mint and redemption frontend

Rumi Protocol has introduced a new frontend that allows users to mint and redeem ckDOGE, giving the community a simpler way to move between...

Dominic Williams warns blockchains over undersea cable disruption risks

Dominic Williams has urged blockchain projects to assess how they would cope with disruptions to global internet connectivity, following reports that Russian vessels were...
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Unaffordable Shoeboxes and Teetering Castles: The Dark Side of Australia’s Rental...

Maria Irene As the old idiom goes, "No one promised that life would be fair." Still, for many Australians seeking shelter from the elements, the...
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Bitcoin NFTs Regain Spotlight as Ordinals Surpass 3.5M Inscriptions

Bitcoin Ordinals Gain Momentum Following BRC-69 Standard Launch Bitcoin Ordinals, an innovative method of generating non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the Bitcoin blockchain through the process...
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Arkham: Unmasking the Crypto World with AI-Powered Blockchain Analytics

In an era where digital currencies are continuously evolving and redefining the financial sphere, Arkham is setting a new standard for transparency and accountability...
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Unveiling the Crypto-Batcave: Binance Launchpad Presents Arkham (ARKM) Token Sale

While the era of traditional banking becomes a speck in the rear-view mirror, Binance, one of the world's leading cryptocurrency platforms, advances us into...
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Emerging Markets: The New Gold Rush Led by India

In the realm of global finance, emerging markets are gaining traction as attractive investment destinations. The Invesco Global Sovereign Asset Management Study for 2023...
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Sovereign Wealth Funds: Navigating the New Macro Environment and the Energy...

In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, sovereign wealth funds and central banks are constantly seeking innovative strategies to build robust portfolios and ensure...