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 prepares ICP cloud engines for AI-powered enterprise applications

DFINITY is preparing to roll out ICP cloud engines, a new development on the Internet Computer designed to support AI-powered applications and enterprise software,...

Internet Computer applies for .icp top-level domain in 2026 round

The Internet Computer’s application for the .icp top-level domain has passed an initial review by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)...

Caffeine Studio adds domain registration and built-in tools for app creators

Caffeine Studio is offering app creators a range of built-in tools, including domain registration, email, analytics and publishing options, as it aims to simplify...

AI services could account for 8.8% of US GDP by 2032

Artificial intelligence services could account for 8.8 per cent of US gross domestic product by 2032, according to projections estimating how much businesses and...
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CoinSpot Suspends Earn Program Amid Regulatory Concerns

CoinSpot, one of Australia's premier centralized cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced the temporary suspension of its "earn" program starting September 1st, 2023. This decision, driven...
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A Hard Look at Unsettling Truths: US Housing Facts Reveal a...

In the land of opportunity, the American Dream has often been symbolized by homeownership. But are the stars aligning for the average American, or...
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From YouTube Stars to NBA Players: Friend.tech, the Crypto Sensation Everyone’s...

Maria Irene This past weekend, the crypto world was set ablaze by the sudden rise of Friend.tech. The platform has gathered attention and traction at...
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The Phisherman’s Friend: A Cautionary Tale of Missteps and Redemption in...

Maria Irene In the early hours of this morning, a seemingly mundane decision led to a startling discovery that could have resulted in a catastrophic...
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Shiba Inu Airdrop Marks the Dawn of a New Era with...

In a revolutionary development, the Shiba Inu community has announced the commencement of the Shiba Inu Airdrop, riding on the coattails of the recent...
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From Stream Swaps to Lending: ThorChain’s Thunderous Ascent

Maria Irene ThorChain has finally emerged, so it seems. A decentralized protocol designed to facilitate seamless swaps between various crypto assets, ThorChain has been making...