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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OpenChat adds direct crypto transfers through Oisy and NFID Wallet

OpenChat users can now send cryptocurrency directly through the platform using Oisy and NFID Wallet, removing the need to first deposit funds into an...

Onicai SNS proposal goes live on ICP governance

A proposal to move onicai towards decentralised governance through an SNS is now live on the Internet Computer’s Network Nervous System (NNS), giving the...

ICPanda proposes six protocols for trusted AI agent communication

AI agents are increasingly being designed to communicate and act with less direct human involvement, raising questions about identity, authority, privacy and the reliability...

Liquidium records largest simple loan with $60,700 USDC borrowed against Bitcoin

Liquidium has reported its largest simple loan to date, with a user borrowing about $60,700 in USDC by providing two Bitcoin as collateral. According to...
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Bitcoin Upgrade Showdown: OP_CAT vs. OP_CTV—Which Path Will Shape the Future?...

Bitcoin is on the brink of yet another crucial decision that could define its trajectory for years to come. While the asset has remained...
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Insane Clown Protocol and KongSwap Turn Social Engagement into Crypto Rewards

Earning crypto has just taken a playful turn with the Insane Clown Protocol (ICP), bringing a fusion of blockchain, social media, and gamification to...
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Bitcoin Lending Just Got a Speed Boost

Bitcoin lending just became a lot quicker, thanks to Liquidium’s latest update. The platform now offers instant loans for STARSHIP and ODINDOG, eliminating the...
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Plug Wallet’s Token Sync Fixes the Vanishing Act

Plug Wallet has introduced a much-needed upgrade, ensuring token balances automatically sync without the usual hassle. Users no longer have to wonder whether their...
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The Countdown to Freedom: ICP’s Seed Investor Unlocks Near the Finish...

ICP’s early backers are about to step into uncharted territory—the final stretch of a staggered vesting period that began in May 2021. The project...
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ICP and Rosetta: A Frictionless Future for DeFi Integration

Coinbase's Rosetta standard has carved a niche by making token integration seamless for applications and services like exchanges, block explorers, and wallets. For developers...