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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I Win This Bet or Eat My Hat”: Dom Raises the...

Dominic Williams has put his hat on the line—literally. His latest bold prediction has sparked a fresh wave of discussions around the future of...
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FOX Wif Hat: Memecoin with a Purpose?

ShapeShift has launched FOX Wif Hat (FWH), a new memecoin on the Base network that offers more than just speculative hype. This token, introduced...
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ICP’s Fees Surge 93x—What’s Driving the Growth?

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) has pulled ahead in the space, leading in fees growth over the past 12 months with a staggering 93.21x...
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OpenFPL: The New Frontier for Fantasy Football on the Internet Computer

Football is arguably the world’s most beloved sport, with billions of fans worldwide. The passion for the game spans across borders, cultures, and languages,...
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ICP and Lukka: Making Digital Assets Bankable

Internet Computer’s latest move signals a bold step towards institutional adoption, as a strategic partnership with Lukka reshapes the framework of digital asset analytics....
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SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025: Innovation Takes Centre Stage

SusHi Tech Tokyo, one of the most anticipated startup conferences in Asia, is coming back to create a platform where innovation meets opportunity, bringing...