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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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...
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Unraveling the Mystery of Options Trading for Young Minds

Maria Irene Options trading might sound like a complex and intimidating concept, but fear not, young curious minds! In this article, we'll simplify the world...
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Generative AI: A Path to Unprecedented Creativity or a Dangerous Illusion?

Maria Irene In a recent Twitter thread that has garnered widespread attention, an AI expert has shared their thoughts on the potential impact of generative...
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Exploring the Silk Road: Four Essential Books Unveiling the Dark Web’s...

Maria Irene In today's interconnected world, the internet has become an essential part of our daily lives. But beneath the surface of the mainstream internet...
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Silk Road’s Dark Past Resurfaces: US Btc Sale Sheds Light on...

Maria Irene In the wake of the U.S. government's recent sale of nearly 9,861.17 bitcoin (BTC) for almost $216 million, the notorious Silk Road darknet...
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Nexon Becomes a Validator for Oasys Blockchain, Strengthening Gaming Industry’s Adoption...

Renowned global video game giant, Nexon, has officially joined Oasys, a gaming-optimized blockchain, as the latest node validator in the network. Nexon, one of...
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Navigating the High-Risk, High-Reward World of Junk Bonds

Maria Irene The world of finance is a complex and ever-changing landscape, with a plethora of financial instruments available to investors. Amidst the wide range...