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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The Exponential Boom: Reed’s Law and the Tech Revolution

Maria Irene In an ever-evolving technological landscape, the exponential growth of networks and their impact on society has become increasingly apparent. At the heart of...
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Twitter’s ‘For You’ Verified Accounts Requirement Sparks Debate

Maria Irene Social media giant Twitter is set to make a significant change in its user experience starting April 15th, as revealed by Elon Musk....
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Binance Founder Responds to CFTC Civil Complaint with Assurance of Compliance

Maria Irene The recent civil complaint filed by the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) against Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has...
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‘Oasis Network is game-changer for secure, privacy-focused Web3 dApps’

In today's world of growing digital interconnectivity, data privacy has become a primary concern for individuals and businesses alike. As blockchain technology continues to...
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Unlocking the Power of Privacy: Oasis Blockchain Introduces the Privacy Layer...

Maria Irene The Oasis blockchain has recently introduced a groundbreaking privacy solution called the Oasis Privacy Layer, which is powered by Sapphire. This revolutionary innovation...
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Web 3 and Blockchain: The Essential Technologies to Counterbalance AI’s Centralizing...

Maria Irene In an increasingly AI-dominated world, blockchain technology and Web 3.0 are poised to play a pivotal role in mitigating the potential threats posed...