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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Binance Unlocks the Future: Revolutionizing Web3 Access with Innovative Self-Custody Wallet

In the heart of Istanbul, amidst the flair of Binance Blockchain Week, a revolutionary development in the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology was...
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Crypto’s Soaring Market Cap and Bitcoin’s Unwavering Believers

In a remarkable upswing that signals a rejuvenated interest in bitcoin, crypto currencies and NFTs, the total market capitalisation of the space has soared...
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Musk’s Musings Magnify Bitcoin Ordinals: A New Era for NFT Authenticity?

Elon Musk's recent critique of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has inadvertently spotlighted a burgeoning innovation within the Bitcoin ecosystem - Bitcoin Ordinals. Musk, a figure...
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ORDI on Fire: Binance Listing Ignites Record Gains and Market Frenzy

The Ordi /BRC-20 community is buzzing over the latest market stir caused by the introduction of Bitcoin Ordinals (ORDI) on Binance, one of the...
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Bitmap’s Metaverse Marathon: Sprinting Past The Sandbox with a Digital Leap!

A new champion is emerging in the metaverse—a digital ecosystem once dominated by giants such as The Sandbox. Today, with the vibrancy and growth...
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Bitcoin Ordinals Sees Surge in Transaction Volume, Driven by Binance Support...

$14.7 million worth of Bitcoin-based assets traded as Ordinals protocol gains momentum In a compelling turn of events, Bitcoin Ordinals, a protocol enabling NFT-like...