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...
Opinion
Maria Irene

The Paradigm Shift in Global Banking: Rising Interest Rates, Tech Giants’...

Maria Irene The banking industry is witnessing a tectonic shift. A record-breaking reduction in bank deposits, the rise of tech giants into the banking sector,...
Maria Irene

Navigating Uncertain Economic Waters: Reevaluation of the Global Financial System

In a recent discussion between financial expert Mario Innecco and WTF Finance host Anthony Fatseas, the pair explored the potential for a deflationary collapse...
Maria Irene

Navigating the Economic Storm: James Rickards on Inflation, Deflation, and the...

James Rickards, an acclaimed economic commentator, recently painted a stark picture of the US economic landscape on London Real. Rickards issued warnings about inflation,...
Maria Irene

The Rise of BRC-20: The Next Big Leap or a Future...

The emergence of BRC-20 tokens is igniting a new wave of discussion in the world of cryptocurrencies. These tokens, native to the Bitcoin blockchain,...
Maria Irene

Transforming Business and National Cybersecurity with Bitcoin: Michael Saylor Shares MicroStrategy’s...

A recent interview with Michael Saylor, the executive chairman and founder of MicroStrategy, has revealed the company's strategic use of Bitcoin and its potential...
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A Deep Dive into BRC20 Tokens: From Ord Already to SATs...

In the rapidly evolving realm of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology, a multitude of tokens from various protocols vie for the attention of investors. Amid...