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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Caffeine Acceleration Guide Goes Public as BUILDR Pushes Awareness for...

Dexter, the chief architect behind the BUILDR project, has released the Caffeine Acceleration guide, or Caff/Acc, to the public. The document, available at https://caffacc.ic.bike, is...
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BIT10 Launches on Binance Smart Chain, Expanding Multi-Chain Presence

BIT10, the crypto index fund tracking the top 10 cryptocurrencies, has launched on Binance Smart Chain, marking its presence across three major networks including...
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Console Social: A Minimalist Web3 Social Network Built for the Browser

Console Social, created by Anvil, is a new social networking platform that offers a minimalist, command-driven experience, accessible directly through a standard web browser....
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Top 10 Runes Market Cap Tops $850 Million as Odin Fun...

The combined market capitalisation of the top 10 runes has exceeded $850 million, according to recent figures. Of these, seven runes launched on Odin...
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Graphic Designer Builds Fully Customisable Portfolio in Just Three Prompts

Graphic designer daveDash has created a comprehensive online portfolio using just three carefully crafted prompts, highlighting the growing potential of AI-assisted web development. The...
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ICP Staking Surges as Investors Lock Coins for Eight Years

Over the past three days, 238 million ICP, worth roughly $879 million, have been staked for eight years, signalling renewed confidence among investors following...