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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Clearpool Opens New Path for Institutional DeFi Lending with Credit Vaults...

Imagine a financial landscape where institutional investors seamlessly access decentralized finance (DeFi) credit, leveraging blockchain technology for efficiency and security. This vision moved closer...
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Crypto Bets Predict Kamala Harris Will Replace Biden

Could Kamala Harris soon replace Joe Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee? Crypto investors seem to think so. Following President Biden's lackluster performance in...
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Stablecoin GHO Makes a Bold Move on Arbitrum

Why launch a stablecoin on Arbitrum? Aave's DAO took a significant step forward by deploying the GHO stablecoin on the Arbitrum network, marking a...
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Binance Academy Continues Crypto Education Initiative with Bond University Partnership

Did you know that over 40% of university students globally now own cryptocurrency? This startling fact underscores a growing trend where digital assets are...
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SynergyLabs Launches 2024 ICP Hub Accelerator with Ambitious Goals

SynergyLabs has kicked off its 2024 ICP Hub Accelerator with the introduction of its second cohort, setting the stage for a transformative journey within...
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Robinhood’s New AI Ally: Pluto Capital Integration Promises Smarter Trades

Robinhood users are set to gain a significant advantage in their trading arsenal with the upcoming integration of AI tools, following the firm’s acquisition...