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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Maria Irene

Migrations: A History of Where We All Come From – A...

Maria Irene "Migrations: A History of Where We All Come From" by DK, with a foreword by David Olusoga, is a brilliantly written and visually...
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Coinbase Calls for Pro-Crypto Policies as US Risks Losing 1 Million...

Maria Irene Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, recently appealed to the US government for pro-crypto policies in light of a report by Electric Capital. The...
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Nereus Finance’s NXUSD Stablecoin Simplifies DeFi Experience and Boosts Global Spending...

Maria Irene As decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to gain traction in the world of cryptocurrencies, users are constantly seeking innovative ways to maximize their investments...
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Australia’s Inflation Dips as Debates on Economic Policy and Interest Rates...

Maria Irene The recent Australian inflation report reveals a decline in the annual inflation rate from a peak of 8.4% in December to 6.8%. This...
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Achieving Financial Security through Dividend Investing: A Comprehensive Review of ‘How...

Maria Irene "How to Retire on Dividends: Earn a Safe 8%, Leave Your Principal Intact" by Brett Owens and Tom Jacobs is a comprehensive guide...
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Australia’s Rental Crisis Intensifies Amid Unprecedented Population Surge

Maria Irene Recent discussions on social media have highlighted the growing concerns about Australia's rental crisis and its relationship to the country's immigration policy. A...