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.
4388 Articles written
Canister Lab

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...
Australia
Maria Irene

The Inflation Equation: Deciphering Australia’s Latest CPI Fluctuations

Maria Irene The complexities of the Australian economy have always drawn considerable debate among experts, but the recent fall in Australia's inflation rate - the...
Maria Irene

Oasys Unleashes a Tsunami of Gaming Delights: Japan’s Blockchain Gaming Gets...

Oasys, a trailblazer in the realm of gaming-optimized blockchains, took the center stage in Japan, unveiling significant upgrades to its burgeoning blockchain gaming ecosystem....
Maria Irene

Neon Rave: Ethereum and Solana’s Blockchain Bash on Neon EVM

Neon EVM is stirring up the blockchain space, launching an exciting opportunity for Ethereum developers who want to ride Solana's high-speed blockchain wave. The...
Maria Irene

Hosts Feel the Heat: An Inside Look at the Great Airbnb...

Maria Irene  Picture perfect vacation towns, bustling city centres, serene mountain ranges; Airbnb hosts in America had a lot to offer, yet are now finding...
Maria Irene

A Tale of Two Continents: Airbnb’s Aussie Triumph Vs. American Turbulence

Maria Irene Airbnb, the global giant in vacation rentals, seems to be experiencing a geographical split in its fortunes. Recent data indicates a strong upsurge...
Maria Irene

India’s Economy Rides the Bull in 2023: Consumption, Infrastructure, and Lithium...

Despite the shadows of a global economic slowdown, India's economy is set to surge robustly in 2023, propelled by domestic consumption, investment, and infrastructure...