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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Virginia’s Groundbreaking Cryptocurrency Rights Bill: A Leap Forward for Digital Asset...

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and a growing reliance on digital currencies, a new legislative development from Virginia stands out as...
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Ethereum’s New Frontier: Vitalik Buterin Proposes 33% Gas Limit Increase

The ever-evolving world of Ethereum witnessed another significant development as Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, recently proposed a 33% increase in Ethereum's gas limit. This...
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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Navigates Choppy Waters as Investors Embrace New Bitcoin...

The financial landscape is experiencing a notable shift as investors pivot towards newly launched Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), moving away from the once-dominant Grayscale...
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Trump’s Mugshot NFTs and Bitcoin Ordinals: A Crypto Adventure Unfolds

Donald Trump dives headfirst into the NFT universe, bringing a dash of unpredictability to the table. The "Mugshot Edition" collection, which surfaced on the...
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Strike’s Stellar Surge: Charting a Bold Course in Bitcoin’s Waters

As 2024 unfolds, the journey of Strike, a Bitcoin-focused service, mirrors the evolutionary course of the Bitcoin ecosystem itself. The past year, 2023, stood...
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Navigating the Evolving Landscape of NFTs: Recent Developments and Market Dynamics

The non-fungible token (NFT) sector is witnessing a series of fascinating shifts and transformations, reflecting the dynamic nature of this innovative digital asset class....