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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Saga 2 Ignites Record Preorders

Solana Mobile's highly anticipated second smartphone, "Chapter 2," is generating a massive buzz in the tech and crypto community, with preorders skyrocketing. This new...
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BitVM: Bridging Bitcoin’s Wild West with Trust-Minimized Zest!

BitVM, the latest player in the Bitcoin Layer 2 (L2) arena, is making waves with its unique approach to trust-minimized bridging. In a space...
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Altman’s Billions: A Global Revolution in AI Chip Production Unveiled

In response to the skyrocketing demand for AI chips, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is actively pursuing a multi-billion-dollar investment to establish a global network...
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Solana’s Meme Coin Surge: Riding the Wave of Digital Whimsy

 The cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing a fascinating trend with the Solana blockchain taking center stage, courtesy of its burgeoning meme coin market. Known for...
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Virginia’s Groundbreaking Cryptocurrency Rights Bill: A Leap Forward for Digital Asset...

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and a growing reliance on digital currencies, a new legislative development from Virginia stands out as...
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Ethereum’s New Frontier: Vitalik Buterin Proposes 33% Gas Limit Increase

The ever-evolving world of Ethereum witnessed another significant development as Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, recently proposed a 33% increase in Ethereum's gas limit. This...