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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DaoDex launches governance-based token fair launch protocol on ICP

DaoDex has launched a governance-based token fair launch protocol on the Internet Computer, presenting an alternative approach to launching projects and distributing tokens. The protocol...

Menese Protocol expands cross-chain access to ICP

Menese Protocol is highlighting its cross-chain pools as a way for users to move between ICP and assets held across other networks. The protocol says...

ICPay promotes direct donations to Nepal flood relief fund

ICPay is directing users seeking to support relief efforts following the Nepal-Tibet floods to the Government of Nepal’s Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund, while...

Onicai reports sharp rise in funnAI activity after new UI launch

Onicai says activity on its funnAI platform rose sharply within 24 hours of the launch of a new user interface, with increases reported across...
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CoinSpot Suspends Earn Program Amid Regulatory Concerns

CoinSpot, one of Australia's premier centralized cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced the temporary suspension of its "earn" program starting September 1st, 2023. This decision, driven...
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A Hard Look at Unsettling Truths: US Housing Facts Reveal a...

In the land of opportunity, the American Dream has often been symbolized by homeownership. But are the stars aligning for the average American, or...
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From YouTube Stars to NBA Players: Friend.tech, the Crypto Sensation Everyone’s...

Maria Irene This past weekend, the crypto world was set ablaze by the sudden rise of Friend.tech. The platform has gathered attention and traction at...
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The Phisherman’s Friend: A Cautionary Tale of Missteps and Redemption in...

Maria Irene In the early hours of this morning, a seemingly mundane decision led to a startling discovery that could have resulted in a catastrophic...
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Shiba Inu Airdrop Marks the Dawn of a New Era with...

In a revolutionary development, the Shiba Inu community has announced the commencement of the Shiba Inu Airdrop, riding on the coattails of the recent...
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From Stream Swaps to Lending: ThorChain’s Thunderous Ascent

Maria Irene ThorChain has finally emerged, so it seems. A decentralized protocol designed to facilitate seamless swaps between various crypto assets, ThorChain has been making...