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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Dom maps out Caffeine’s next phase as ICP-backed AI tool nears...

Dom has been mapping out the future of Caffeine, the Internet Computer’s AI project, positioning it as a shift in how technology stacks are...
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Gold hits record high as tokenised assets track momentum

Gold has surged to a new all-time high, reaching 3,723.90 dollars per ounce and fuelling discussion about its role in both traditional and digital...
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New ICP developer tools simplify frontend-to-backend connections

Developers building on the Internet Computer have just received an update aimed at making their lives easier. Kristofer Lund announced new versions of ic-use-internet-identity...
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ICP project Anda Cloud calls for collaboration as Ethereum Foundation enters...

The Ethereum Foundation’s decision to launch a team dedicated to artificial intelligence and blockchain has stirred debate across decentralised networks, but for builders on...
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NNS Upgrade Introduces Disbursing Maturity for ICP Holders

The latest upgrade to the Internet Computer’s Network Nervous System has introduced a change to how maturity is converted into ICP tokens. The update...
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ICP Large Holder Addresses Reach Record 77 in 2025

The number of addresses holding at least one million ICP has climbed to 77, setting a new high for this year. The figure reflects...