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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ICP-USD perpetuals go live on Plug with trading via Hyperliquid

ICP-USD perpetual contracts are now live on Plug, giving users a way to trade ICP derivatives through Hyperliquid without moving their assets away from...

Odin.fun prepares staking launch as locking feature nears release

Odin.fun is preparing to launch its new locking feature, with the platform saying the release could go live by early next week at the...

funnAI launches one-click top-up for all mAIners with 50% bonus cycles

funnAI has launched a new “Top up all mAIners” feature, allowing users to replenish their entire mAIner fleet with a single click. Previously, users managing...

Bitcoin lending models take different approaches to collateral and risk

Bitcoin-backed lending may offer the same basic proposition, access to liquidity without selling BTC, but the way collateral is controlled can vary widely. Multisignature arrangements,...
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Dencun Hard Fork: Ethereum’s Leap Towards Affordable Futures

The digital landscape is once again on the cusp of a significant evolution, this time led by Ethereum's Dencun hard fork. With the inclusion...
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155 Join Forces in Groundbreaking Blockchain Trial: A Convergence of Tech...

The digital ledger that once exclusively chronicled the journey of cryptocurrencies is now forging a path through diverse industries, marking a significant leap towards...
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El Salvador’s Bitcoin Strategy: A Remarkable Journey to Profitability

El Salvador, the tiny Central American nation known for its bold embrace of cryptocurrency, is reaping the rewards of President Nayib Bukele's audacious Bitcoin...
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BlockGames Rides the Airdrop Wave: A New Player in Crypto Gaming...

An aggressive airdrop farming campaign helped elevate Portal to become the biggest gaming token launch so far this year. Now BlockGames, a mobile-centric crypto...
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Solana Shakes Up the Blockchain World: Jito’s Mempool Move and a...

Solana, the high-performance blockchain known for its lightning-fast transaction speeds and low fees, is making waves in the crypto world once again. In a...
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Biden’s Budget Blueprint: A New Dawn for Crypto Regulation

In a bold move that underscores the U.S. government's intent to tighten its grip on the cryptocurrency sector, President Joe Biden has proposed a...