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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Language Support Expanded With Seven New Languages and Bug Fixes

A recent update has expanded language support while addressing a number of bugs and making changes to the platform's language preferences. The update adds support...

Liquidium Plans NFT Lending Market for Robinhood Chain

Liquidium.WTF is preparing to launch a peer-to-peer NFT lending market for the Robinhood Chain, giving users a way to borrow against supported NFTs through...

ICP Supply Turns Deflationary as Minting Falls on August 28

ICP recorded a net reduction in supply on August 28 after daily minting fell sharply while token burns remained elevated, according to figures published...

DFINITY says Internet Computer network withstood AI-enabled attack

The Internet Computer network withstood what DFINITY co-founder Dominic Williams described as a widespread, AI-enabled attack involving hundreds of canisters using malformed WebAssembly (Wasm)...
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‘Crypto bros can now pawn their stuff during the bear market’

Maria Irene Have you ever dreamed of trading a physical Rolex like a digital currency, borrowing against an art piece, or lending capital with a...
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Shiba Inu Teases Major Developments and Flaunts New Partnership with Bad...

As the Shiba Inu ecosystem gears up for significant advancements, the team unveils a partnership with Bad Idea AI. The community awaits eagerly for...
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No Strings Attached: THORChain’s New Lending Initiative Breaks the Chains!

THORChain, a decentralized liquidity network, is ushering in a new era of finance by introducing a ground-breaking lending program. With an emphasis on simplicity,...
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Clacking Away to Infinity: How a Typewriter Artist and DRiP’s 25...

Maria Irene If you thought the NFT world is in a bear market, guess what, you've got news. Check out all the chatter on Solana...
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Peso’s Plunge and Bitcoin’s Boom: Argentina’s Dance with Dollars, Debt, and...

Maria Irene In a stunning turn of events, Argentina's central bank hiked the benchmark interest rate to 118% from 97%, followed by a shock devaluation...
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Coinbase Connects with Canada: A New Frontier in Crypto Expansion

Coinbase, the renowned cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its official entry into the Canadian market. This move signifies a pivotal moment in the international expansion...