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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Coinbase Explores Acquisition of FTX Europe in Bid to Boost Derivatives...

Coinbase Inc. (COIN), one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges in the United States, is exploring opportunities to expand its global presence amidst a challenging...
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From Nakamigos to Pixel Pioneers: Watchlists Become the New Popularity Contest...

In the frenetic universe of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), where digital artworks trade hands like hot cakes, the question of which collections are leading the...
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Is Bankless Betting Big on Coinbase’s Base Token, or Are We...

In a recent eyebrow-raising move, Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal seemed to pivot from the company's earlier stance of token ambiguity. Grewal revealed...
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SCC Holders, Rejoice: Free Nodes and Zero-Fee Trading Are Just the...

If you've been following StakeCube Coin (SCC), you might want to sit up and take notice. The company has just released a new rewards...
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Busan, South Korea, Plans to Launch Blockchain-Powered Digital Asset Exchange This...

The city of Busan in South Korea has revealed its ambitious plan to roll out a blockchain-powered digital asset trading platform within the year....
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Fond Farewell to Ethereum Toolkits: Truffle and Ganache Ride into the...

Ethereum's vibrant developer community is currently witnessing a poignant moment in its history as ConsenSys, a leading blockchain software company, announces the retirement of...