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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Dominic Williams highlights fully on-chain exchange model

DFINITY founder Dominic Williams has highlighted the idea of an open-source order book exchange that operates entirely on-chain, pointing to the potential of blockchain...

Dom Wallet explores self-drawing Bitcoin Bitmaps

Dom Wallet has highlighted a recent development in Bitcoin Bitmap technology that could allow an inscription to build an accurate representation of a block...

Odin.fun outlines locking, staking and V2 migration plans

Odin.fun has provided an update on its roadmap, covering token locking, staking, the planned migration from V1 to V2 and security measures introduced following...

ICPanda explores AI control and human freedom in new sci-fi story

ICPanda has released a new science fiction story exploring the question of whether an artificial superintelligence should have the authority to determine humanity's future. Titled...
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Coinbase Clears Regulatory Hurdles for Cryptocurrency Futures Trading in the US

Coinbase Global, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency exchange arena, has notched a significant regulatory triumph as it secures approval for offering cryptocurrency futures...
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Polygon Labs and SK Telecom Forge Dynamic Web3 Partnership, Empowering Innovation

In a strategic alignment that could redefine the landscape of digital innovation, blockchain powerhouse Polygon Labs has joined forces with South Korea's leading mobile...
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Shibarium: Shiba Inu’s Ethereum Layer-2 Blockchain Goes Live, Ushering a New...

In a resounding move, Shiba Inu has unveiled its much-anticipated Ethereum Layer-2 blockchain, Shibarium, officially launching it onto the mainnet. This momentous stride signals...
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Donald Trump’s Cryptocurrency Holdings and NFT Ventures: A Surprising Revelation

In a stunning twist, former U.S. President Donald Trump has been revealed to hold a substantial amount of Ethereum (ETH), with official documents shedding...
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Maquin’s Microscopic Marvels Splash into Drip Haus for a Legendary New...

Maria Irene Art and science intertwine like never before in the world of digital collectibles. A pioneer in the Drip Haus space, Maquin, known for...
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Bit the Sol! tBTC Links Up With Solana, Unleashing Bitcoin’s New...

Bitcoin wrapped with SOL marks a pivotal moment in the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape as tBTC makes its groundbreaking debut on the Solana blockchain....