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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Europe’s $23 Billion Sovereign Cloud Push Raises Questions Over Who Really Controls the Infrastructure

Europe is preparing to spend an estimated $23.1 billion on sovereign cloud infrastructure by 2027, according to Gartner forecasts, as governments and enterprises seek...

Ord.io to Shut Down on June 1 After Three-Year Run in Bitcoin Ordinals Space

Ord.io, the Bitcoin Ordinals explorer known for its community-driven features and culture-first design, will shut down on June 1, marking the end of a...

Plug Pay launches to enable real-world payments across everyday spending

Plug Pay has gone live, introducing a new payment option designed to support real-world purchases including supermarket shopping, flights and everyday items such as...

56 Bitcoin Blocks Inscribed as BIC Map Goes Live on ICP

Day one of BIC has closed with 56 Bitcoin blocks now permanently inscribed on the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), marking the first visible phase...
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ICP-Based 3D Design Tool Showcases Interactive Room Building with AI Prompts

A new 3D room design application built on the Internet Computer Protocol is drawing attention after a developer shared a working demo created using...
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Claude Desktop Gains Computer Control Feature, Expanding AI Capabilities

A new update to Claude’s desktop offering is introducing the ability for the AI to interact directly with a user’s computer, including control over...
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Strategy expands fundraising capacity with $42 billion in new ATM programmes

Strategy, a Bitcoin-focused treasury firm, has expanded its ability to raise capital by introducing two new at-the-market programmes tied to its MSTR common stock...
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Liquidium updates landing page with wallet-free preview

Liquidium has rolled out an update to its landing page, introducing a feature that allows users to explore the interface without connecting a wallet. The...
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ICPSwap rolls out new tools and fixes to improve user experience

ICPSwap has introduced a series of updates aimed at refining usability and addressing technical issues, as the platform continues to evolve within the Internet...
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Menese Protocol highlights collaboration with Ohshii Labs as it eyes broader...

Menese Protocol has signalled a new collaboration with Ohshii Labs, pointing to ongoing efforts to expand its presence within decentralised finance and strengthen ties...