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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Internet Computer Network Expands to 740 Node Machines as Infrastructure Growth Continues

The Internet Computer network has expanded to around 740 node machines worldwide, marking steady growth in the blockchain's physical infrastructure as developers and investors...

DOGE Gains New Utility on Internet Computer Through Plug Wallet Integration

DOGE holders can now access a new way to use their assets on the Internet Computer blockchain following the launch of ckDOGE support in...

UniSat to phase out CAT Protocol support across products as focus shifts to core infrastructure

UniSat has announced it will gradually discontinue support for the CAT Protocol across its products on Fractal, marking a phased withdrawal that will affect...

ICP tokens held on exchanges reach record share as supply trends higher

The share of Internet Computer (ICP) held on exchanges has climbed to a new high, with 11.68% of the circulating supply now sitting on...
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Banking Crisis Looms but a Blockchain Revolution Could Save the Day:...

In the current landscape of a looming banking crisis, financial expert Ram Ahluwalia predicts an increase in bank failures. He points to commercial real...
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Market Analyst Gareth Soloway Predicts Imminent Market Correction

Following a series of recent statements, Gareth Soloway, a respected market analyst and the founder of inthemoneystocks.com, has issued a stark warning for investors....
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Decentralizing the Future: Can Alex Lab Pioneer the Billion-Dollar BRC20 DEX...

The world of decentralized finance (DeFi) is currently experiencing a paradigm shift, with numerous players jostling for a piece of the lucrative DeFi market....
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Bitcoin Superpowers: A Deep Dive into ALEX, The Next Big Thing...

Maria Irene In 2022, a new star emerged in the world of decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges – ALEX. Founded by Stacks, ALEX is an innovative platform...
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The Paradigm Shift in Global Banking: Rising Interest Rates, Tech Giants’...

Maria Irene The banking industry is witnessing a tectonic shift. A record-breaking reduction in bank deposits, the rise of tech giants into the banking sector,...
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Navigating Uncertain Economic Waters: Reevaluation of the Global Financial System

In a recent discussion between financial expert Mario Innecco and WTF Finance host Anthony Fatseas, the pair explored the potential for a deflationary collapse...