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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ICPSwap announces 92-day PUFFIN staking pool with 70 million tokens in rewards

ICPSwap has announced that staking is live for PUFFIN, with a 92-day rewards pool offering 70 million PUFFIN tokens to participants. The staking announcement was...

Liquidium returns with Ethereum lending offers for Mutant Ape NFTs

Liquidium has returned with a new set of Ethereum lending offers, including a 14-day loan option for holders of Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC)...

DFINITY applies for .icp domain in ICANN’s 2026 programme

DFINITY has applied for the .icp top-level domain through the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), opening the possibility of a new...

SpaceX could challenge established telecom and internet providers

SpaceX could increase competitive pressure on established telecommunications and internet providers as satellite connectivity develops, raising questions about how traditional operators will respond to...
Bitcoin
Maria Irene

Grayscale’s BTC Sell-Off Sparks Crypto Frenzy as Rivals Hoard the Digital...

In a surprising turn of events, Grayscale's Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) recently divested more than 80,000 BTC shortly after its trading debut. In stark...
Maria Irene

GHOST and ICPI’s Crypto Collab Ignites 80 Billion Token Airdrop Frenzy!

A revolutionary collaboration in the ICP  space is poised to disrupt the status quo, bringing forth an event of epic proportions. The partnership involves...
Maria Irene

Magic Eden’s Crypto Evolution: NFT Marketplace Unleashes Open-Source Revolution and Diamonds...

Magic Eden, a leading cross-chain NFT marketplace, is undergoing a significant transformation set to redefine the landscape of decentralized finance. In a bold move,...
Maria Irene

Avalanche Foundation’s Quest for Meme Coin Magic

The Avalanche Foundation, a non-profit organization steering the development of the Avalanche network, has opened a window into its selection process for meme coins...
Maria Irene

Internet Computer Breaks the Chain: Introduces P2P Shake-Up for Turbocharged Connectivity!

The Internet Computer blockchain is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of a novel peer-to-peer (P2P) layer. This transformative protocol aims to revolutionize...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin Mining Goes Green: A Global Shift Toward Sustainable Practices

Bitcoin mining has recently taken center stage, showcasing a growing emphasis on environmentally sustainable practices. A notable pro-Bitcoin portfolio manager, Seth, has highlighted this...