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...
Bitcoin
Maria Irene

What Are Runes? Bitcoin’s New Alphabet of Opportunity

As the Bitcoin community braces for the much-anticipated halving event on April 19th, a new token system called Runes has captured the imagination of...
Maria Irene

Unlocking the Future: Over 1 Million $ICP Tokens Released Today

In a move that's caught the attention of cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide, over 1 million $ICP tokens were unlocked today, causing a minor price adjustment...
Maria Irene

Wipro Elevates Malay Joshi to CEO of Americas 1

Wipro Limited, a titan in the realm of technology services and consulting, has unveiled a significant leadership transition that is set to steer its...
Maria Irene

Phoenix Rises: Ellipsis Labs Ignites Solana with $20M Boost

Ellipsis Labs, the creative force behind the Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX) Phoenix, has recently secured a substantial $20 million in funding. This significant financial...
Maria Irene

Google Strikes Back: Cracking Down on Crypto Con Artists

Google, the tech giant known for its stringent security measures, is once again making headlines as it takes a bold stand against fraudulent activities...
Maria Irene

Token Tsunami: Crypto’s Merging Future

The cryptocurrency landscape, known for its rapid evolution and innovation, is currently grappling with a unique challenge: an oversupply of tokens. This abundance, while...