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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PIVX: Setting the Pace for Consumer-Centric Crypto Commerce and Global Engagement

In the fast evolving world of e-commerce, November 21st marks a pivotal day as Shopping.io and PIVX join forces, heralding a new era of...
Maria Irene

Ether Surges 8% to Break $2,000 Barrier Amid BlackRock’s Ethereum Trust...

In an unexpected turn of events on November 9, Ether experienced an impressive 8% rally, breaking the $2,000 barrier and reaching its highest price...
Maria Irene

Courtyard’s Thanksgiving Gift: Mystery Packs with Tokenized Pokémon Cards

Collectible card vaulting platform Courtyard is set to spread some early Thanksgiving joy by giving away hundreds of mystery card packs, each containing tokenized...
Maria Irene

Tune In, Design Out: Canva Adds Top Artist Tracks to Its...

Canva, a leader in visual communication and design tools, has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to its platform: a music library featuring sixty-second clips from...
Maria Irene

Danielle Johansen: Weaving Tech with Style in Australia’s Fashion Scene

In the world of Australian fashion, Danielle Johansen has emerged not just as a fashion pioneer but also a vanguard in the realm of...
Maria Irene

ICP vs Chainlink: The Oracle War Heats Up in the Blockchain...

The role of oracles - entities that fetch and verify real-world data for blockchain networks - has become increasingly crucial. Recently, discussions have pivoted...