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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Invesco and Galaxy’s BTCO Takes a Step Forward in ETF Approval...

In a significant development, the ticker for Invesco and Galaxy's spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), BTCO, has surfaced on the Depository Trust and Clearing...
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The Network State Conference: When Twitter Threads Become Real-Life Debates

The first-ever Network State Conference has successfully wrapped up, boasting more than a thousand in-person attendees and a speaker list that reads like a...
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Solana’s Sizzle: From Firedancers to GameShift, What You Missed at the...

In a day teeming with revelations and advancements, the Solana ecosystem flexed its tech muscles yet again, unveiling a range of new projects and...
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MetaMask and Blockaid Team Up to Guard Your Crypto Billions—No Snoopers...

This week marks a milestone in the crypto world. MetaMask, the go-to web3 platform developed by Consensys, and Blockaid, a leader in web3 security,...
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Avalanche’s October Snowfall: Devs Enroll, Coins Stable, and Gamers Score!

In a climate where the crypto industry seems to be hitting new milestones almost daily, Avalanche has managed to make its own splash. According...
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When Amsterdam Meets Web3: Day One Impressions from Solana Breakpoint 2023

Amsterdam, the city celebrated for its canals, bicycles, and historic charm, is playing host to the future of decentralization: Solana Breakpoint 2023. From October...