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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Riding the DePeg Coaster: The USDR Crisis and the Rollercoaster History...

Stablecoins were heralded as the sanctuary of the cryptocurrency markets, the digital haven where you could park your funds and rest easy, trusting they...
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Solana’s DeFi Evolution: A Deep Dive into Ecosystem Players and Value...

Maria Irene Solana, this bear market, has become a focal point of DeFi innovations. With an ever-expanding list of projects and a growing Total Value...
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Melbourne to Host Major Crypto Convention this November

The Melbourne Convention And Exhibition Centre will open its doors on November 11-12, 2023, for a two-day conference of blockchain wizardry. With more than...
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Cold Staking, Hot Updates! MyPIVX Wallet Heats Up the DeFi Winter

PIVX has taken another leap forward with its latest updates for MyPIVX Wallet (MPW). From bug fixes to new features, the slew of improvements...
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Brazilian Congressional Committee Recommends Indictment of Binance CEO and Executives in...

In a significant development, a Brazilian congressional committee has recommended the indictment of Binance CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao and three other Binance executives. The...
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Bitcoin Lightning Network Surges by 1,200% in Two Years, Signaling Shift...

In a remarkable turn of events, Bitcoin's layer 2 Lightning Network has experienced an unprecedented surge, marking a staggering 1,212% growth in the span...