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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Crypto Crystal Ball: Ripple’s Legal Wizard Peeks into 2024

Ripple's Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has pulled back the curtain on the future of the cryptocurrency landscape, painting a vivid picture of what...
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IC’s Canisters: The Core of DApp Memory, State & Storage

In the intricate world of the Internet Computer (IC), Canisters emerge as the unsung heroes, serving as the virtual machines where both data and...
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Cryptocurrency Betting on Taiwan Presidential Election Raises Legal Concerns

As the Taiwan presidential election approaches, residents are being cautioned against using cryptocurrency betting platforms to wager on the political outcome. The warning comes...
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PIVX: A Festive Frenzy of Privacy, Progress, and Pioneering Moves!

As Christmas approaches, the atmosphere at PIVX is buzzing with excitement and activity. The past week has been particularly notable, marked by a series...
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PIVX Scoop: Inside the Dev Lab – Balancing Innovations with Fixes

Recent strides at PIVX, under the guidance of Duddino and JSKitty, mark a consistent leap in refining the platform's functionality and user interface. The...
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BONK Boom Turns Solana Phones into Hotcakes

The once-overlooked Saga phone is having its moment in the sun, and it's all thanks to the meme-fueled rise of BONK. Arbitrage traders are in...