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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Bitmap Inches Towards Digital Dominance, Challenging Sandbox’s Reign

A new contender is making waves, drawing closer to unseating the dominant force of The Sandbox in the metaverse ecosystem. Bitmap's ascent is as...
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Silicon Symphony: Unveiling Nanowire Networks’ Quantum Leap in Machine Intelligence

In an important development, researchers have unveiled a new frontier in machine intelligence, potentially reshaping the landscape of AI computation and energy efficiency. Departing...
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StakeCube’s Strategic Strides: Revving Up Nodes and Trimming Fees

StakeCube's trajectory has been one of calculated innovation and expansion, shaping it into a formidable force in the competitive crypto sphere. The platform's pivot...
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Wirex Unveils a Touch of Metal: Chic Banking Reimagined

In the competitive sphere of financial services, one company stands out with its latest foray into the fusion of finance and sophistication. Wirex, known...
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From Crypto Clouds to Coffee Shops: How PIVCards Are Changing the...

Maria Irene When the PIVX community set out to create PIVCards, they were addressing a gaping hole in the crypto landscape—real-world usability. The ambitious venture,...
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The World of DePINs: Unearthing the Next Bull Run Catalyst

In the cryptoverse, where speculation often leads to the wildest of price rallies and dips, Tushar Jain's recent statement on the Lightning Speed YouTube...