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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Canister Lab

ICPay adds canister controls as platform expands its developer tools

ICPay is working towards giving users broader control over canisters directly through its platform, alongside updates aimed at improving its developer and tipping features. The...

Higher ICP price reduces both issuance and burn, analysis says

A higher ICP price can reduce the number of tokens minted for node provider rewards, but it also means fewer ICP tokens are needed...

PANDA DAO explores staking-based utility for its products

PANDA DAO is considering a model that would link the use of its products with utility for PANDA token holders, following a discussion on...

Japanese developer releases native iOS client for Internet Computer

A Japanese developer has released a Swift-based iOS client designed to let native Apple applications communicate directly with canisters on the Internet Computer. Developed by...
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Merit Circle DAO Unveils Beam, AVAX Subnet Featuring NFT Marketplace, Games

Maria Irene Merit Circle DAO, a gaming-focused decentralized autonomous organization with over 60 partner games, has announced the launch of Beam, an Avalanche Subnet dedicated...
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Apple’s Foray into Digital Banking: A Seamless User Experience with Higher...

Maria Irene Traditional banks have been offering close to 0% interest on savings accounts for years, leaving consumers searching for better alternatives. As the demand...
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Zilliqa Mainnet Set to Launch Full EVM Compatibility on April 25th

The first complete release of Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility is set to go live on the Zilliqa mainnet on April 25th, 2023, at...
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Unleash Your Creativity with Midjourney v5: Tips for Text to Image...

In the world of digital art, the Midjourney v5 offers endless possibilities for creative expression. By exploring diverse textures and material properties, artists can...
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Saga: The Revolutionary Phone Set to Launch with Rewards Program, Solana...

Maria Irene In a world where smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives, the much-anticipated Saga phone is set to create waves...
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Manias, Panics, and Crashes: A Timeless Journey Through Financial Crisis History

Maria Irene Charles P. Kindleberger's "Manias, Panics, and Crashes: A History of Financial Crises" is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the anatomy of financial...