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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Rabbithole launches encrypted file vault on the Internet Computer

Rabbithole has launched an early version of a sovereign encrypted file vault on the Internet Computer, with the project focused on giving users greater...

ICPay Cloud uses on-chain storage for decentralised file management

Most blockchain networks store transaction records or hashes on-chain while relying on external cloud services to hold the underlying files. ICPay Cloud is taking...

Rumi Protocol launches ckDOGE mint and redemption frontend

Rumi Protocol has introduced a new frontend that allows users to mint and redeem ckDOGE, giving the community a simpler way to move between...

Dominic Williams warns blockchains over undersea cable disruption risks

Dominic Williams has urged blockchain projects to assess how they would cope with disruptions to global internet connectivity, following reports that Russian vessels were...
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Global Innovators Converge at Avalanche Summit to Shape the Future of...

Maria Irene The first day of the highly anticipated Avalanche Summit has begun in Barcelona, bringing together over 300 speakers, 125 panel sessions, and more...
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Kaleido Joins Forces with Avalanche to Accelerate Web3 Adoption for Enterprises...

In a significant move announced at the Avalanche Summit II, Kaleido will now bring Avalanche's high-performance web3 solutions to the Blockchain Business Cloud. This...
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Banking Crisis Fuels Crypto Adoption: DeFi Emerges as a Viable Alternative...

The banking crisis has rattled the financial world, leading to a loss of confidence in centralized institutions and paving the way for the rise...
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Fed’s Rate Hike Intensifies Pressure on Banks: A Tipping Point Toward...

The recent quarter-percentage point increase in interest rates by the Federal Reserve has heightened concerns about the stability of the American banking system, with...
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Robert Kennedy Jr. Defends Bitcoin and Crypto, Challenges Biden’s Proposed Mining...

In a recent tweet thread, Robert Kennedy Jr., who announced his intention to contest against President Joe Biden for the Democratic nomination in the...
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Dr. Art Laffer Discusses Secular Decline in US Economy and Offers...

In a recent discussion, renowned economist Dr. Art Laffer delved into the current state of the US economy, which he believes has been in...