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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Decentralizing the Future: Can Alex Lab Pioneer the Billion-Dollar BRC20 DEX...

The world of decentralized finance (DeFi) is currently experiencing a paradigm shift, with numerous players jostling for a piece of the lucrative DeFi market....
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Bitcoin Superpowers: A Deep Dive into ALEX, The Next Big Thing...

Maria Irene In 2022, a new star emerged in the world of decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges – ALEX. Founded by Stacks, ALEX is an innovative platform...
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The Paradigm Shift in Global Banking: Rising Interest Rates, Tech Giants’...

Maria Irene The banking industry is witnessing a tectonic shift. A record-breaking reduction in bank deposits, the rise of tech giants into the banking sector,...
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Navigating Uncertain Economic Waters: Reevaluation of the Global Financial System

In a recent discussion between financial expert Mario Innecco and WTF Finance host Anthony Fatseas, the pair explored the potential for a deflationary collapse...
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Navigating the Economic Storm: James Rickards on Inflation, Deflation, and the...

James Rickards, an acclaimed economic commentator, recently painted a stark picture of the US economic landscape on London Real. Rickards issued warnings about inflation,...
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The Rise of BRC-20: The Next Big Leap or a Future...

The emergence of BRC-20 tokens is igniting a new wave of discussion in the world of cryptocurrencies. These tokens, native to the Bitcoin blockchain,...