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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HSBC UK Bank Acquires SVB UK to Strengthen Commercial Banking Franchise

Maria Irene HSBC UK Bank's recent acquisition of SVB UK for £1 ($1.21) marks a significant move in the banking industry, as HSBC strengthens its...
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Peter Schiff’s ‘How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes’: A...

Maria Irene Peter Schiff's book "How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes" is a fascinating and entertaining introduction to the principles of economics. In...
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Silicon Valley Bank Collapses Triggering Fear of Wider Financial Crisis

Maria Irene Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the bank that specializes in providing financing to tech startups, recently collapsed due to a classic run on the...
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Crypto for the Masses: A Review of ‘The Bitcoin Standard’ by...

Maria Irene The rise of cryptocurrencies has sparked a wave of interest and investment from millennials and tech enthusiasts alike. However, despite the hype, many...
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The Dollar Milkshake Theory: Can the US Dollar Continue to Dominate?

By Maria Irene The US dollar has long been considered the world's reserve currency, but in recent years, there has been growing concern that its...
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Navigating the Complex World of Emerging Markets: Insights from Gordian Gaeta’s Opportunities...

By Maria Irene Investing in emerging markets can be both exciting and challenging. On one hand, these economies offer high growth potential and access to...