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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ELNA’s Sonic Surge: Reshaping Tech with AI and Blockchain Harmony

ELNA's recent fusion of Generative AI and the Internet Computer (ICP) blockchain is no ordinary development in the tech sphere. It marks as a...
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Bioniq’s Debut Stirs Bitcoin Ordinal Waters: A Fresh Spin on Sidechain...

As dusk embraces November 28, a wave of anticipation sweeps through the ICP and Ordinals community. Bioniq, crafted by Bob Bodily, is poised to...
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Bioniq Unfolds a New Chapter in Bitcoin’s Saga: Blazing a Trail...

As November 29 approaches, the ICP and wider crypto landscape brims with anticipation for the debut of Bioniq, a marketplace poised to revolutionize the...
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Crypto Controversy Decrypted: The Twisted Tale of ICP’s Launch

Maria Irene Amidst the dazzling yet often murky waters of the cryptocurrency universe, the story of the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) launch unfolds, revealing a...
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Predictions for the Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity in 2024

The digital landscape is rapidly evolving, placing the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity at the forefront. As businesses prepare for the challenges...
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Coinbase International Exchange Expands Portfolio with Four New Digital Assets

Coinbase International Exchange, a division catering to clients outside the United States, has announced a significant addition to its trading portfolio. On December 30,...