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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The Shadow War in Crypto: Unmasking the FTX-ICP Tangle

The story of FTX's alleged undermining of Internet Computer (ICP) is a stark reminder of the complex interplay of power, technology, and market dynamics...
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Tao’s Terrific Twist: From Philosophy to Profit in Crypto’s Latest Saga

Where giants like Bitcoin and Ethereum often overshadow newer entrants, the remarkable ascent of Tao (TAO) emerges as a striking anomaly. Within just a...
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Fidelity Eyes Ethereum ETF: $4.5 Trillion Asset Management Giant Seeks SEC...

Fidelity, a colossal asset management firm overseeing an impressive $4.5 trillion in assets, has joined the growing list of institutions aiming to introduce a...
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BIS Study Highlights Stability Concerns in Stablecoins, Advocates for Central Bank...

In a recent study released by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), stablecoins have come under scrutiny for lacking crucial mechanisms that ensure money...
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Discord Sunsets Clyde AI Chatbot, Leaving Room for a Bot-Rich Environment

In a surprising Thursday night announcement, Discord, the popular gaming communications platform, revealed its decision to sunset Clyde, its AI chatbot, within the next...
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Avalanche Ascends: Bold Moves Spark Buzz

In recent months, Avalanche has reasserted its prominence in the blockchain world, unveiling a slew of strategic alliances and technological breakthroughs that set it...