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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UNDP and DFINITY partner on sovereign cloud and AI pilots

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has partnered with the DFINITY Foundation on a programme exploring sovereign cloud infrastructure and agentic AI for public...

ICPay adds Markdown, avatars and faster performance

ICPay has rolled out a set of updates aimed at making its platform faster and easier to use, with new support for Markdown, avatars...

OpenChat rolls out frontend update as iOS development begins

OpenChat has released a major frontend update aimed at improving performance and reducing memory use, while development has now begun on a native iOS...

Menese opens trusted setup ceremony for privacy ledger on Internet Computer

Menese Protocol is preparing to open a two-week trusted setup ceremony on September 1 for its Shielded Ledger Hivemind, a privacy-focused ledger designed to...
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Coca-Cola® Unveils ‘Masterpiece’: A Blend of Iconic and Emerging Onchain Art

Coca-Cola® has announced the launch of "Masterpiece," a collection of onchain art that includes both classic and contemporary pieces. This unique initiative, part of...
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Base’s Bold Leap in Layer 2 Battle – Quirking Up the...

The battle for dominance in the Layer 2 space is gaining momentum, and Base is swiftly taking the lead with a unique strategy: the...
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India’s Bold Step into the Crypto Space: Launching a Web Browser...

Maria Irene In a groundbreaking development, India is poised to make its mark in the cryptocurrency realm by introducing its very own web browser integrated...
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PIVX and NOWNodes Unite: Building Bridges, Not Just Nodes

Maria Irene Innovation and collaboration are key in the crypto space. The PIVX Network has taken a significant stride in this direction by announcing a...
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Parcl: Taking the Virtual Real Estate Leap with Synthetic Assets on...

In the restless and ever-evolving universe of decentralized finance (DeFi), each new innovation is like a fresh beat in an unstoppable rhythm, pushing boundaries...
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Bear No More: Unleashing Profits with Solana’s DeFi Playground!

In a world where bear markets can cause panic and confusion, the Solana blockchain is making waves with its ever-growing ecosystem. For those looking...