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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Lava Pool Ignites Geothermal Sparks in El Salvador’s Bitcoin Voyage

In a bid to channel the undercurrents of renewable geothermal energy into the burgeoning domain of cryptocurrency, Volcano Energy has joined forces with Luxor...
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Crypto-Friendly Patrick McHenry Takes Interim House Speaker Role Following Historic Ousting

In a historic turn of events, the United States House of Representatives witnessed the unprecedented ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, with eight Republicans...
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Ripple’s Singapore Arm Secures Formal License Approval

In a significant development for Ripple, the Monetary Authority of Singapore has formally approved the license for Ripple's subsidiary, Ripple Markets APAC Pte Ltd....
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Star Atlas Breaks Ground: ATMTA Unleashes Free Access to Developer Tools...

In a major move for Solana developers, Star Atlas creator ATMTA opens the doors to its developer tools and documentation through ATMTA. The Solana...
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Ethos Vaults a Self-Custody Surprise with Liquid Staking and More in...

Ethos has rolled out the red carpet once again for crypto enthusiasts, unveiling a plethora of new features in its Self-Custody Vault's Version 2.0,...
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Modest Debut for Ethereum Futures ETFs in Lackluster Opening Day

The highly anticipated launch of nine new Ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on October 2 has failed to generate the expected excitement, as day...