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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Powell’s Proclamations Jolt the Crypto Corridor: Altcoins Wobble, Select Tokens Thrive

The cryptocurrency market's response to recent remarks by Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, has been a blend of caution and opportunism. These...
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Ambani’s Gaze Turns to Paytm: A Strategic Move Amidst Regulatory Ripples

The financial landscape is witnessing a captivating development with Reliance Industries' apparent interest in Paytm Wallet. This intrigue surfaces as Paytm grapples with regulatory...
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Bioniq Ordinals Unveils Op_Kitten Project

In a landscape where innovation often takes center stage, Bioniq Ordinals emerges with its latest brainchild, the Op_Kitten project, now available on the Bioniq...
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Google to Update Advertising Policy for Cryptocurrency Coin Trusts

Google has announced plans to implement updates to its advertising policy for Cryptocurrency Coin Trusts starting January 29, 2024. Under the new policy, advertisers targeting...
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3D Printing Market Poised to Surpass $70 Billion by 2030, Transforming...

The 3D printing industry is on the brink of a significant expansion, with forecasts predicting a staggering value of over $70 billion by 2030....
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Solana’s Token Extensions: Pioneering Blockchain Innovation for Business Adoption

Solana Labs made waves in the blockchain world on Wednesday with the unveiling of its latest milestone: token extensions. This development marks a significant...