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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El Salvador’s Crypto Visa: Million-Dollar Ticket to Bitcoin Bliss Sparks Global...

The National Bitcoin Office of El Salvador reported a surge in interest for its $1 million Freedom Visa program since its launch on December...
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Will Gold DAO Spark a Digital Gold Rush? Bridging Ancient Wealth...

Did you know that most gold traded on the market today is not physical but 'paper gold'? Enter Gold DAO, launching on December 13th...
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On the Brink of History: BlackRock Leads Charge in Final SEC...

As the calendar pages turn towards January 10, 2024,  the wheels of progress are turning rapidly in the world of cryptocurrency. Just yesterday, BlackRock,...
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Navigating India’s Crypto Tax Waters: TDS and Its Ripple Effects

In 2022, India's foray into regulating the burgeoning crypto sector introduced a 1% tax deducted at source (TDS) on crypto transactions. This seemingly straightforward...
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Binance Lists BRC-20 Sats

Binance has just announced the listing of BRC-20 Sats (1000SATS), marking a significant addition to its diverse array of Ordinals options. This development, unfolding...
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Bitcoin’s Ordinals: Innovation or Intrusion?

The introduction of Ordinals in the Bitcoin ecosystem, a groundbreaking development in digital asset technology, has sparked a robust debate among enthusiasts, developers, and...