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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Citrea: A Fresh Spin on Bitcoin Scaling and Security

Citrea carves a distinctive niche in the Bitcoin landscape as the first rollup to enhance BTC's block space with zero-knowledge technology, marking a leap...
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SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024: Uniting Global Innovators to Redefine Urban Sustainability

Amidst the vibrant backdrop of Tokyo, a dynamic convergence of minds is set to unfold at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024, Asia's largest and Japan's...
Maria Irene

GoDaddy and ENS Unite to Revolutionize Domain and Crypto Wallet Integration

GoDaddy, a global leader in domain registration and web hosting, has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Ethereum Name Service (ENS), a pioneer in...
Maria Irene

Roblox’s New AI Translator Breaks Language Barriers, Connecting Gamers Globally

Online gaming giant Roblox has introduced its latest innovation: an AI-driven translation model that enables seamless communication among players, regardless of language differences. Developed...
Maria Irene

Powell’s Proclamations Jolt the Crypto Corridor: Altcoins Wobble, Select Tokens Thrive

The cryptocurrency market's response to recent remarks by Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, has been a blend of caution and opportunism. These...
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Ambani’s Gaze Turns to Paytm: A Strategic Move Amidst Regulatory Ripples

The financial landscape is witnessing a captivating development with Reliance Industries' apparent interest in Paytm Wallet. This intrigue surfaces as Paytm grapples with regulatory...