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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MULTI/DEX handles liquidations as ICP prices rise

MULTI/DEX on the Internet Computer is operating smoothly as rising ICP prices trigger short liquidations, according to Dominic Williams, founder of DFINITY. Williams said 5%...

DVINITY DAO enters beta with public NNS neuron

The DVINITY DAO has entered beta, with its public NNS neuron now live and plans to fund it with 1,500 ICP as the project...

ICPanda DAO unveils new digital sovereignty plan

ICPanda DAO has proposed a new whitepaper that sets out a broader direction for the project, moving it from its origins as a meme...

Pakistan puts government apps on Internet Computer

Pakistan’s adoption of Internet Computer infrastructure has moved from planning to live government applications, according to a new update from DFINITY Chief Business Officer...
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Singapore Embraces Crypto Custody: BitGo’s Regulatory Nod

Singapore's recent decision to grant in-principle approval to BitGo, a well-established cryptocurrency custody firm, marks a turning point in the regulation of digital assets,...
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Bitcoins & Bulls: SEC Embraces the Future with Historic ETF Approval

In an extraordinary move that signals a major shift in the financial world, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the first...
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Stacks Ushers Bitcoin Into a New Era with On-Chain Storage Revolution

Bitcoin, long revered for its role as the pioneer in the world of digital currencies, finds itself at the cusp of a transformative era....
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Crypto Clampdown: India’s App Store Shakeup Spotlights Compliance Woes

The cryptocurrency sector in India has hit a rough patch as Apple's App Store has removed the applications of several prominent crypto exchanges, including...
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Fuji Faucet Bolsters Defense Mechanisms to Counter Testnet Token Drain

In response to persistent challenges faced by developers in securing testnet tokens, Fuji Faucet unveils a comprehensive system overhaul aimed at thwarting malicious attempts...
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ICscription: Unleashing Token Diversity and Building Bridges in the Crypto Realm

Tokens have long been perceived as static digital entities, confined by rigid formats and protocols. However, ICscription, a disruptor in the crypto space, is...