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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Prompt-built piano shows how AI tools are changing app development

A developer has demonstrated how conversational AI tools are reshaping the way digital products are built, creating a fully playable piano interface without writing...

DOM patches deployed hours after audit as new burn feature goes live

Developers behind the DOM protocol have moved quickly to address governance gaps identified in a recent self-audit, deploying fixes within hours of disclosure while...

Developer credits ICP tools for building ‘NationOS’ on-chain governance system

A developer working under the name ICPvibecoder has outlined how a complex on-chain governance platform, known as NationOS, was built using tools from the...

USDC integration planned for Liquidium as platform expands stablecoin options

A new stablecoin option is set to be added to Liquidium, with developers confirming that USD Coin will soon be supported on the platform. The...
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Understanding the Differences Between XRP and Ripple: A Comprehensive Guide

What is XRP? XRP is a digital currency that was created by Ripple Labs, Inc. in 2012. It is used as a medium of exchange...
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The Evolution of the American Dollar: From Colonial Times to Global...

By Maria Irene The American dollar is one of the most powerful currencies in the world, used as a medium of exchange, store of value,...
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HSBC UK Bank Acquires SVB UK to Strengthen Commercial Banking Franchise

Maria Irene HSBC UK Bank's recent acquisition of SVB UK for £1 ($1.21) marks a significant move in the banking industry, as HSBC strengthens its...
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Peter Schiff’s ‘How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes’: A...

Maria Irene Peter Schiff's book "How an Economy Grows and Why It Crashes" is a fascinating and entertaining introduction to the principles of economics. In...
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Silicon Valley Bank Collapses Triggering Fear of Wider Financial Crisis

Maria Irene Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the bank that specializes in providing financing to tech startups, recently collapsed due to a classic run on the...
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Crypto for the Masses: A Review of ‘The Bitcoin Standard’ by...

Maria Irene The rise of cryptocurrencies has sparked a wave of interest and investment from millennials and tech enthusiasts alike. However, despite the hype, many...