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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Bitcoin Lightning Network Surges by 1,200% in Two Years, Signaling Shift...

In a remarkable turn of events, Bitcoin's layer 2 Lightning Network has experienced an unprecedented surge, marking a staggering 1,212% growth in the span...
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Amazon Partners with Immutable to Simplify Launch of Crypto Games

Crypto firm Immutable has teamed up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to revolutionize infrastructure solutions for the crypto gaming industry. The collaboration, announced on...
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A Sats-Fueled Ride: UniSat’s brc20-swap Mainnet Launch to Break New Ground...

The brc20-swap module by UniSat, a project that's been percolating excitement in the cryptocurrency community, is gearing up for a mainnet launch. The dates...
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Bitcoin Hovers Above $27.5K Amidst Middle East Tensions; Crypto Bulls Face...

The persistent conflict in the Middle East has cast a shadow over the cryptocurrency market, with bitcoin hovering just above the crucial $27,500 support...
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Wirex Ditches the Training Wheels: CryptoCredit Bridge Defies the Bear Market...

In an industry where bear markets often signal retrenchment and cautious maneuvering, Wirex has been an outlier. Bucking the trend, the company has introduced...
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Cryptocurrency Community Raises Concerns Over $1.6 Million CrypToadz NFT Sale Linked...

In a surprising turn of events, a CrypToadz NFT, designated as #4030, has been sold for a staggering $1.6 million in Ethereum on the...