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...
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DFINITY’s Pioneering Journey: Unleashing Blockchain’s Potential in AI and Beyond

As DFINITY's Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) re-enters the event circuit, it heralds a new era of blockchain technology and AI synergy. This resurgence is...
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Mashinsky’s Legal Gambit: A Bid to Redefine Celsius’ Controversial Earn Program

Alexander Mashinsky, the erstwhile CEO of Celsius, recently thrust himself back into the limelight, not for launching a new cryptocurrency venture but for attempting...
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Argentinian Landlord and Tenant Break New Ground with Bitcoin Rent Agreement

Rosario, the third most populous city in Argentina, recently witnessed a groundbreaking development in the real estate sector. A local landlord and their tenant...
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BlackRock’s Bold Bet: Unveiling the Bitcoin ETF to Mainstream Markets

BlackRock, recognized globally as the largest asset manager, recently made a striking move into the realm of cryptocurrency. The firm has launched a robust...
Maria Irene

AI Scores a Goal in Sports Revolution

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is silently reshaping the sports industry, from transforming player performance to reinventing fan engagement. This technological marvel is introducing an unprecedented...
Maria Irene

Financial Fortune-Telling: Fidelity’s Peek into 2024’s Crypto Crystal Ball

Fidelity, the financial soothsayer, recently unveiled its 2024 Digital Assets Look Ahead report, offering a captivating glimpse into the potential future of finance. According...