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 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...

Liquidium and Ledn offer different ways to borrow against Bitcoin

Bitcoin holders looking to access funds without selling their BTC can consider different lending models, with Liquidium and Ledn taking notably different approaches. Liquidium offers...

ICPay expands token support and promotes on-chain custody model

ICPay says more than 18 tokens have now been issued through its platform, with token creators able to refuel their token canisters directly through...

Internet Computer added to CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index

Internet Computer (ICP) has been added to the CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index as part of a correction to the index’s September...
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Rainforest Revolution: ClimateForce and NTT Group’s ‘Smart’ Collaboration

In a collaboration, Australian charity ClimateForce and global technology leader NTT Group are pioneering a transformative project: the creation of a 'smart rainforest' nestled...
Maria Irene

Unlocking Creativity Worldwide: The Ongoing Journey of ICP HUBS

In the dynamic landscape of Web3 innovation, ICP HUBS emerges as a beacon of collaboration, drawing innovators, entrepreneurs, and developers from every corner of...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin and Ethereum: Nation-State Attackers Face Insurmountable Costs

The feasibility of nation-states orchestrating 51% attacks on the Bitcoin and Ethereum networks has been deemed impractical, asserts the latest findings from Coin Metrics,...
Maria Irene

From Bars to Bytes: The Dazzling Journey from Gold to Bitcoin...

The investment landscape is undergoing a remarkable metamorphosis, where the lustrous appeal of gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) is gradually being overshadowed by the burgeoning...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin Breaks $1 Trillion Mark Again: Coinbase and MicroStrategy Surge in...

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) once again dominates the crypto market headlines as it surpasses the $1 trillion market cap mark, marking a significant milestone in...
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Coinbase Soars as Bitcoin Rises: Analysts Eye Robust Q4 Results

Shares in cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase have surged by 37% in the past week, riding the wave of Bitcoin's recent rally. With the firm set...