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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Sneed Hub launches Premium membership with new tools for ICP users

Sneed Hub is preparing to launch Sneed Premium, a membership service offering enhanced tools and features for users of the Internet Computer ecosystem. The...
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Caffeine AI launches New Year Promptathon with $10,000 in prizes

Caffeine AI is inviting creators to take part in its next promptathon, starting January 28, with a focus on self-improvement apps and a prize...
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NNS dapp introduces Internet Identity 2.0 login

The Internet Computer is rolling out a major update to its NNS dapp, introducing Internet Identity 2.0 for all users from Monday, January 26....
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Copper Demand Is Racing Ahead of Supply, Warns Mining Billionaire Robert...

A short video shared by @TheGladiatorHC, founder of Phoenix Global and chief investment officer of Phoenix Fund, has pushed copper back into the centre...
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Oisy Wallet Goes Live in Gods Are Dead as ICP-Native Gameplay...

Gods Are Dead, a play-to-earn crafting RPG built on the Internet Computer (ICP), has announced the launch of Oisy Wallet integration, giving players a...
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One Nation Signals Support for Bitcoin Adoption in Australia

One Nation has issued a clear statement backing the responsible adoption of Bitcoin and other distributed-ledger technologies within the Australian economy. The party emphasised...