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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Unjamming Bitcoin: Clever Fixes for Stuck Transactions

Did you know that a low-fee Bitcoin transaction can turn into a digital version of 'Waiting for Godot'? When your Bitcoin transaction gets trapped...
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PIVX: Riding the Wave of Technological and Market Advancements

The cryptocurrency landscape, ever-fluctuating and fiercely competitive, witnessed a standout performer in PIVX in 2023. The latest Superblock Report from PIVX brings to light...
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Gate.io Leads the Charge in the BRC20 Revolution: $10,000 Trading Competition...

Since the start of 2023, the BRC20 standard has been a catalyst for change in the cryptocurrency landscape, introducing novel narratives and opportunities. Gate.io,...
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Internet Computer Advances European Digital Sovereignty with GDPR-Compatible Blockchain

Since the enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on May 18, 2018, organizations worldwide have grappled with stringent requirements to safeguard the...
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Gaming Blockchain Oasys Levels Up with Datachain and TOKI Partnership

Oasys, the blockchain powerhouse tailored for gaming enthusiasts, has solidified its position in the evolving web3 gaming frontier through a strategic collaboration with Datachain...
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Phantom Breaks Chains: Welcomes Bitcoin with Open ₿eta Arms!

Phantom, the self-custody crypto wallet rooted in Solana, made waves on Wednesday with its latest announcement—compatibility with Bitcoin, Ordinals, and BRC-20 tokens. This move,...