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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Liquidium highlights 25% LTV borrowing option using ClayStonKz collection as collateral

Liquidium has highlighted a lending opportunity that allows eligible ClayStonKz holders to use their collection assets as collateral for borrowing, with a loan-to-value (LTV)...

How to create and launch an ICRC-1 token on the Internet Computer without code

Creating a cryptocurrency token can involve smart contract development, testing and deployment costs. On the Internet Computer, users can create an ICRC-1 token through...

Menese Protocol sets 10 million MENES token sale window for September 22

Menese Protocol has announced a 10 million MENES token sale through the Network Nervous System (NNS), following the community’s adoption of the protocol. The sale...

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...
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Lugano and Web3 Startup Incubator: Catalyzing Innovation in Switzerland

The City of Lugano, nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland, is set to become a hotbed of innovation with the launch of its...
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Glenlivet’s 50-Year-Old Whiskey Collection Goes High-Tech with NFTs and AI

In a bold fusion of tradition and innovation, The Glenlivet, an esteemed distillery nestled in the heart of Scotland's Speyside, has unveiled its latest...
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Crypto Frenzy: $113,000 Gas Fee Spree Ends in Disappointment

In a jaw-dropping display of crypto exuberance, a user recently shelled out a staggering $113,000 in gas fees for what seemed like a golden...
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Ripple’s Strategic Leap: Acquiring Metaco and Fortress Trust

Ripple, the powerhouse behind the XRP cryptocurrency, recently made waves in the financial technology sector with two significant acquisitions: Metaco, a Swiss-based digital asset...
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NetMind Power Ignites Tech’s Future: Bridging AI and Blockchain

The intersection of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a speculative conversation about potential future advancements; it is the present, and...
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Bitfinity’s Bold Leap: Fusing Bitcoin and DeFi on the ICP Frontier

Bitcoin's journey into the DeFi space is set to experience a transformative shift, courtesy of Bitfinity's innovative approach. Emerging as the only Ethereum Virtual...