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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Dom Wallet adds Silk Road exhibit exploring Bitcoin, crime and state power

Dom Wallet has added a new exhibit to its Ruins wing examining the history of Silk Road and its wider impact on Bitcoin, law...

Liquidium launches Robinhood Chain NFT lending in open beta

Liquidium.WTF has launched its NFT lending service on Robinhood Chain in open beta, giving holders of selected Robinhood NFTs the option to borrow crypto...

ICPay adds new tools for simpler canister management

ICPay has launched a new set of canister management tools aimed at making it easier for Internet Computer users to control and maintain their...

Crypto ETFs record sixth straight week of inflows

Crypto exchange-traded funds recorded another week of net inflows, extending their positive run to six consecutive weeks as investor demand for digital assets shows...
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Breaking Chains with BRC69: Luminex’s New Standard for Bitcoin Ordinals Unleashes...

In a potential game-changer for the Bitcoin community, web3 launchpad Luminex recently unveiled its new BRC69 Ordinals standard, set to revolutionize how content creators...
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Ordinals Set to Tip the Scales in NFT Market

A new powerhouse is emerging in the NFT space: Bitcoin's native Ordinals. According to recent data from Crypto Slam, these Bitcoin NFTs are on...
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Binance Faces Executive Departures Amidst DOJ Investigations: Changpeng Zhao Calls News...

In recent developments, Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange, has witnessed the departure of key executives, raising concerns about the company's handling of ongoing investigations...
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Unleashing the Mammoths: The AI Guru’s Journey Into the Wilds of...

From tech pioneer to genetic trailblazer, Ben Lamm is an entrepreneur with an unusual career trajectory. He gained acclaim as a software maven, founding...
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Bitmapping the Future: Foxxi’s Innovative Leap into the Bitcoin Metaverse

Get ready to enter a dynamic, immersive universe where social interaction meets digital artistry in the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Welcome to Foxxi,...
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A Tale of Three Crises: Housing, Construction, and Rent – Australia’s...

Maria Irene In a nation known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and great climate, Australia is now grappling with a less-than-glamorous reality: an escalating...