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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ICPSwap announces 92-day PUFFIN staking pool with 70 million tokens in rewards

ICPSwap has announced that staking is live for PUFFIN, with a 92-day rewards pool offering 70 million PUFFIN tokens to participants. The staking announcement was...

Liquidium returns with Ethereum lending offers for Mutant Ape NFTs

Liquidium has returned with a new set of Ethereum lending offers, including a 14-day loan option for holders of Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC)...

DFINITY applies for .icp domain in ICANN’s 2026 programme

DFINITY has applied for the .icp top-level domain through the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), opening the possibility of a new...

SpaceX could challenge established telecom and internet providers

SpaceX could increase competitive pressure on established telecommunications and internet providers as satellite connectivity develops, raising questions about how traditional operators will respond to...
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Runes Protocol Launches on Bitcoin, Setting Fees Ablaze as Users Rush...

The latest buzz in the bitcoin world isn't about the halving or the dizzying fluctuations in the market. Instead, all eyes are on the...
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Bitcoin’s Bright Horizon: Crypto.com CEO Sees Bullish Future

As Bitcoin navigates through its cyclic peaks and troughs, a recent dip in its price has not dampened the bullish outlook held by many...
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Desert Oasis of Digital Gold: UAE’s Crypto Boom

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has marked a significant milestone in its journey through the digital economy, with cryptocurrency transactions soaring to a remarkable...
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Binance’s Megadrop Gambit: Rewriting Rules for Web3 Engagement

The cryptocurrency market is dynamic and relentless in its evolution, with companies continually striving to capture and retain the attention and loyalty of users....
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Binance Eyes Indian Comeback: Registers with FIU and Commits to Compliance

Cryptocurrency titan Binance, embroiled in a ban by India's central government since January, is making strides to re-enter the Indian market. Sources familiar with...
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EY Unveils Ethereum-Based Solution for Streamlined Business Contracts

Big Four accounting firm Ernst & Young (EY) has unveiled a groundbreaking Ethereum-based solution designed to revolutionize how private businesses handle complex contracts. Known...