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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Internet Computer Surges 27% as Traders Eye Key Breakout Level

The Internet Computer (ICP) has leapt ahead of the wider crypto market, climbing 27.5% while most major assets slipped into the red. The CoinDesk...
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Internet Computer climbs above TAO in social buzz as DePIN conversation...

The Internet Computer (ICP) has overtaken TAO in social media engagement, marking a fresh shift in the ongoing battle for attention among decentralised infrastructure...
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Internet Computer activates first SEV-SNP node to raise confidentiality bar

The ICP network has achieved a new milestone through the deployment of its first node enabled with AMD SEV-SNP, marking what the team describes...
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DFINITY’s “Cloud Engines” Aim to Turn the Internet Computer into a...

Dominic Williams wants blockchain to compete with Amazon, not just Ethereum. The DFINITY founder has revealed a new direction for the Internet Computer —...
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OISY adds Velora to Explore feature, linking swaps and earning in...

OISY has added Velora, formerly known as ParaSwap, to its Explore feature — creating a single point where users can both swap tokens and...
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DFINITY Plans ‘2.0’ Revamp and For-Profit Ventures to Drive Internet Computer...

DFINITY is taking a fresh approach to accelerating adoption of the Internet Computer (ICP), blending the strengths of non-profit foundations with the agility of...