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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U.K. Considers Freedom of Speech Protections for Banking Permits Amid Controversy...

The United Kingdom's government is contemplating stricter freedom of speech protections for banking permits in response to a public dispute between former politician Nigel...
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WhatsApp Whirl: Unauthorised Bargain Bonanza on Your Digits; Aussie and US...

Maria Irene In an era where our digital presence should be our private fortress, it appears that the walls are under siege. An unscrupulous entity...
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Unearthing Digital Gold: HIVE’s Plan to Trade Rare ‘Uncommon Sats’ Unleashes...

Maria Irene Seated on a handsome treasure of 'uncommon sats', HIVE Digital Technologies, one of the leading cryptocurrency miners, plans to start transactions in these...
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Solang’s Summer Debut: Ethereum’s Solidity Migrates to Solana, Shaking up the...

In a landmark move that bridges two major blockchain networks, Solana Labs has announced the launch of Solang, a unique compiler designed to usher...
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AI to the Moon: DexCheck Reinvents Crypto and NFT Analytics!

In the rapidly-evolving world of blockchain technology, one project is making waves for its cutting-edge use of AI to enhance trading experiences for the...
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Unleashing the Power of Web3: Andreessen Horowitz Executive Envisions a Paradigm...

In a compelling keynote speech delivered at the Ethereum Community Conference (EthCC), Sriram Krishnan, a partner at renowned venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z),...