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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Ethereum Turns Eight: CZ Shares a Touching Throwback

In a heartfelt social media post on 30 July, Changpeng Zhao, the founder and CEO of Binance, acknowledged the 8th anniversary of Ethereum, the...
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From Pixel to Prada: Gucci’s NFT Holders Can Now Swap Virtual...

This week saw an unexpected twist in the journey of Gucci's Material NFTs, as holders were offered the chance to exchange their tokens for...
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Game ON! Solana’s Playful Revolution in Blockchain and NFTs

As the world of blockchain and NFTs continues to evolve, one player is staking a claim in the gaming space with a significant shift...
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Ethereum Turns Eight: CZ Shares a Touching Throwback

Maria Irene In a heartfelt social media post on 30 July, Changpeng Zhao, the founder and CEO of Binance, acknowledged the 8th anniversary of Ethereum,...
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OnTweet Revolutionizes Crypto Transactions: Simplified Sending via Twitter Handles Launched by...

In a groundbreaking development, Suku, a pioneering company in the blockchain space, has unveiled an innovative solution called OnTweet, enabling users to effortlessly send...
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Un-Bearable Market? Not for Smart Contracts! Q2 Surprises with Resilience and...

As the bear market roared and bared its teeth, the number of verified smart contracts across various blockchains refused to back down. Instead, they...