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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Plugbook launches unified usernames for cross-chain crypto transfers

Plug users now have a simpler way to manage their digital identity with the launch of Plugbook, a new username system built on ChainFusion...
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Dominic Williams pushes vision of the ‘self-writing cloud’ with new chart

Dominic Williams has shared a new chart outlining his view of how AI will reshape the cloud market, describing the future as one driven...
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Caffeine Showcases Conversational App Building in Lisbon

Caffeine’s stop in Lisbon offered a clear look at how accessible app creation is becoming. The team met people from all backgrounds who wanted...
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Dominic Williams Hints at Major ICP Release as Discussion on Blockchain’s...

Dominic Williams has set fresh conversation in motion after outlining how he sees the blockchain sector evolving and where the Internet Computer sits within...
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Catalyze DAO puts forward proposal to stabilise CTZ and rebuild confidence

Catalyze DAO has opened a new proposal aimed at restoring the value of its CTZ token and strengthening confidence after a long period of...
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Oisy rolls out v1.8.4 update with fixes to QR codes, signer...

Oisy has released version 1.8.4 of its wallet app, introducing a set of practical fixes aimed at improving reliability across everyday use. The update...