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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SneedDAO launches fully on chain trading bot with AI assisted strategy...

Automated trading on the Internet Computer (ICP) ecosystem has taken a new turn with the release of the Sneed Trading Bot, introduced by SneedDAO...
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Developer concerns on ICP costs draw detailed clarification from DFINITY founder

Discussion around operating costs on the Internet Computer (ICP) gained attention this week after long time developer @SnassyIcp shared reflections on building applications on...
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SneedDAO prepares launch of on chain trading bots with discounted pre...

Automated crypto trading tools are moving further onto blockchain infrastructure as SneedDAO prepares to release its new Sneed Trading Bots, offering early users discounted...
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Menese Protocol opens community testing for native ICP–Solana swap pools

Early testing has begun for a new cross chain experiment aiming to connect two major blockchain ecosystems without relying on bridges or wrapped assets....
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Helium Added to Explore Section on OISY

Helium has been added to the Explore section on OISY, giving users of the platform a new way to discover and interact with the...
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Dmail DApp Listed on Blockspot.io to Broaden Market Visibility

Dmail DApp has been listed on Blockspot.io, a data and analytics platform that tracks blockchain projects, exchanges and digital assets. The move is aimed...