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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Liquidium highlights 25% LTV borrowing option using ClayStonKz collection as collateral

Liquidium has highlighted a lending opportunity that allows eligible ClayStonKz holders to use their collection assets as collateral for borrowing, with a loan-to-value (LTV)...

How to create and launch an ICRC-1 token on the Internet Computer without code

Creating a cryptocurrency token can involve smart contract development, testing and deployment costs. On the Internet Computer, users can create an ICRC-1 token through...

Menese Protocol sets 10 million MENES token sale window for September 22

Menese Protocol has announced a 10 million MENES token sale through the Network Nervous System (NNS), following the community’s adoption of the protocol. The sale...

DOM wallet launches District Explorer for Bitcoin block artwork

The DOM wallet has launched a new District Explorer that allows anyone to explore Bitcoin blocks as individual districts, bringing together artwork, block information...
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Bitcoin Frenzy Sweeps the Globe as Google Searches Skyrocket

In the wake of a substantial surge in Bitcoin prices, global interest in the leading cryptocurrency is hitting new heights, as evidenced by an...
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Bitcoin versus Bonds: A Paradigm Shift in the Investment Landscape?

Investor entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano's recent comments on Bitcoin outperforming bonds couldn't have come at a more intriguing time, just days after BlackRock CEO Larry...
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FTX Investigates $6.5 Million Payments to Center for AI Safety Amid...

Crypto exchange FTX, currently navigating bankruptcy proceedings, is delving into $6.5 million in payments made to the Center for AI Safety (CAIS) in the...
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Elliptic Challenges Claims of Massive Crypto Donations Funding Hamas Attacks

Blockchain forensic firm Elliptic has refuted recent allegations suggesting that Hamas is accumulating millions in cryptocurrency donations to support its attacks against Israel. In...
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Peter Brandt Declares Bitcoin Bottom, Warns of Choppy Waters Ahead

Veteran trader and analyst Peter Brandt has made a bold prediction, stating that he believes Bitcoin has hit its bottom, but warns crypto enthusiasts...
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Wirex and Transact Payments Forge a Game-Changing Alliance

Wirex, a global frontrunner in crypto payments, has announced a partnership with Transact Payments, a leading e-money institution known for its expertise in payment...