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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Breezepay and Solana: Unleashing Crypto Magic on E-Commerce Payments!

Breezepay, the forward-thinking player in the e-commerce payments arena, is making waves by hitching its wagon to the Solana blockchain. This strategic integration promises...
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Indonesia’s Crypto Future Hangs in the Balance as Elections Loom

As Indonesia gears up for its general elections on February 14, the crypto industry is bracing for potential shifts in policy that could either...
Maria Irene

Saga 2 Ignites Record Preorders

Solana Mobile's highly anticipated second smartphone, "Chapter 2," is generating a massive buzz in the tech and crypto community, with preorders skyrocketing. This new...
Maria Irene

BitVM: Bridging Bitcoin’s Wild West with Trust-Minimized Zest!

BitVM, the latest player in the Bitcoin Layer 2 (L2) arena, is making waves with its unique approach to trust-minimized bridging. In a space...
Maria Irene

Altman’s Billions: A Global Revolution in AI Chip Production Unveiled

In response to the skyrocketing demand for AI chips, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is actively pursuing a multi-billion-dollar investment to establish a global network...
Maria Irene

Solana’s Meme Coin Surge: Riding the Wave of Digital Whimsy

 The cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing a fascinating trend with the Solana blockchain taking center stage, courtesy of its burgeoning meme coin market. Known for...