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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Canister Lab

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...
Caffeine AI
Maria Irene

Caffeine AI Tip Shows How Third Party Libraries Can Speed Up...

Developers experimenting with AI assisted coding tools are finding new ways to build small applications quickly, often by combining prompts with existing open source...
Maria Irene

Testing App Ideas Faster: How Caffeine AI Helps Build a Minimum...

Anyone who has tried building a digital product faces the same question sooner or later. When is it ready to show the world? Launching too...
Maria Irene

Caffeine AI Helps Developers Build Tools for Productivity and Personal Growth

Michael has developed a speed reader for practising speeches and timed presentations using Caffeine AI. The app is designed to help users read faster,...
Maria Irene

DMail Expands Email Platform with Higher Limits and Crypto Payments

Creators and marketers using DMail have a reason to celebrate. The platform has launched its Email Sending Expansion Plan, introducing higher daily sending limits,...
Maria Irene

Oisy Update Brings Live Prices, Better Sorting and Smoother WalletConnect

Oisy has rolled out version 1.9.10, introducing a set of improvements aimed at making token tracking and swaps easier for users across the platform. The...
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Menese Protocol Accelerates Cross-Chain Swaps Ahead of April Launch

Menese Protocol is moving quickly towards a wider release expected in April, with developers introducing new cross-chain capabilities and automation tools designed to connect...