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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Dfinity Joins UNDP SDG Blockchain Accelerator Programme

Dfinity is taking part in a new programme led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) that aims to connect development challenges with technology...

Menese Expands Multi-Chain Trading and Asset Management in One App

Menese is positioning its platform as a single interface for managing assets, trading across multiple networks and automating digital finance tasks. The platform supports asset...

AI Agents Gain Scoped Access to ICP Data While Humans Retain Signing Control

A new update brings AI agents to Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) through the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing agents to work with selected blockchain-related...

Crypto markets see $3.5 billion in liquidations as Bitcoin rallies above $72,000

Crypto markets have recorded one of their largest liquidation events on record, with around $3.5 billion in leveraged positions reportedly liquidated over a 24-hour...
Books
Maria Irene

A Deep Dive into Bitcoin’s Intricate World with Andreas M. Antonopoulos

In "Mastering Bitcoin," Andreas M. Antonopoulos, a world-renowned expert in the field of cryptocurrencies, delivers a comprehensive and engaging guide to the technology and...
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Auto-GPTs Set to Revolutionize Industries: Transforming Business with Efficiency and Innovation

The rapid advancement of AutoGPTs, artificial intelligence agents designed to automate GPT-4 tasks, could soon transform the face of business, creating unprecedented efficiency and...
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Merit Circle DAO Unveils Beam, AVAX Subnet Featuring NFT Marketplace, Games

Maria Irene Merit Circle DAO, a gaming-focused decentralized autonomous organization with over 60 partner games, has announced the launch of Beam, an Avalanche Subnet dedicated...
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Apple’s Foray into Digital Banking: A Seamless User Experience with Higher...

Maria Irene Traditional banks have been offering close to 0% interest on savings accounts for years, leaving consumers searching for better alternatives. As the demand...
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Zilliqa Mainnet Set to Launch Full EVM Compatibility on April 25th

The first complete release of Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility is set to go live on the Zilliqa mainnet on April 25th, 2023, at...
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Unleash Your Creativity with Midjourney v5: Tips for Text to Image...

In the world of digital art, the Midjourney v5 offers endless possibilities for creative expression. By exploring diverse textures and material properties, artists can...