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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The Hedera Guardian: Pioneering Sustainable Crypto with Enhanced Staking Program

  In a groundbreaking move that fuses cutting-edge technology with eco-conscious policies, the Hedera Guardian has emerged as a transformative force in the world of...
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Bots, Blockchains, and Body Goals: The Surprising Intersection of AI and...

Maria Irene In an era where cryptocurrency reigns supreme and finance is becoming increasingly digital, an unexpected player emerges on the scene: chatbots. As springtime...
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Bit-coinfused? Inflation Sparks Fresh Debate on Bitcoin’s Real Bling!

Maria Irene In a quirky twist, recent posts on X platform have ignited a fresh debate around Bitcoin's valuation, especially when juxtaposed with 2017's top...
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Crypto Clampdown or Calculated Play? Australia’s Banking Shift on Cryptocurrencies

Maria Irene The Australian banking landscape is seemingly undergoing a déjà vu moment reminiscent of January 2018. During that period, a stark restriction saw crypto...
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Bitcoin: Not Just Digital Gold but a Green Catalyst, says KPMG

In a seminal report released by KPMG International Limited, a key pillar among the Big Four accounting firms, Bitcoin's inherent value and sustainability were...
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Tether’s Surging Holdings: An Ascension to the Top 11 Bitcoin Holders...

In a significant development that is poised to ignite both intrigue and speculation within the cryptocurrency landscape, stablecoin issuer Tether has ascended to become...