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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The Fed’s Audacious Hike: Gunning for a 6% Soar Amidst the...

Famed financial analyst and publisher of Gold, Goats 'N Guns, Tom Luongo, has dropped a provocative financial bombshell. In an intriguing reveal, he predicts...
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The Inflation Equation: Deciphering Australia’s Latest CPI Fluctuations

Maria Irene The complexities of the Australian economy have always drawn considerable debate among experts, but the recent fall in Australia's inflation rate - the...
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Oasys Unleashes a Tsunami of Gaming Delights: Japan’s Blockchain Gaming Gets...

Oasys, a trailblazer in the realm of gaming-optimized blockchains, took the center stage in Japan, unveiling significant upgrades to its burgeoning blockchain gaming ecosystem....
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Neon Rave: Ethereum and Solana’s Blockchain Bash on Neon EVM

Neon EVM is stirring up the blockchain space, launching an exciting opportunity for Ethereum developers who want to ride Solana's high-speed blockchain wave. The...
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Hosts Feel the Heat: An Inside Look at the Great Airbnb...

Maria Irene  Picture perfect vacation towns, bustling city centres, serene mountain ranges; Airbnb hosts in America had a lot to offer, yet are now finding...
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A Tale of Two Continents: Airbnb’s Aussie Triumph Vs. American Turbulence

Maria Irene Airbnb, the global giant in vacation rentals, seems to be experiencing a geographical split in its fortunes. Recent data indicates a strong upsurge...