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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Wirex Launches Virtual Cards in the UK, EEA, and Australia for...

Wirex, a leading digital payment platform, has announced the launch of its virtual cards, available to customers in the UK, EEA, and Australia. Designed...
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AI-Powered Crypto Projects Set to Explode in 2023: Unleashing New Potential...

Sentiment and trend analysis: Understanding market sentiment and trends is a critical component of successful cryptocurrency trading. JennaAI employs advanced sentiment analysis algorithms to evaluate...
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Stanford Economist John Cochrane Discusses Inflation, Government Debt, and the Need...

In a recent video interview with David Lin on his new show, Stanford economist and Hoover Institution senior fellow John Cochrane discussed the causes...
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AI Alignment Researcher Paul Christiano Explores Strategies to Prevent Catastrophic AI...

In a recent interview, AI safety alignment researcher Paul Christiano delved into the importance of addressing the AI alignment problem and the potential risks...
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Decentralized Nature of Bitcoin Mempools Enhances Security and Resilience in the...

The world of cryptocurrencies is constantly evolving, and one of the most crucial aspects that sets Bitcoin apart from traditional financial systems is its...
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Economist Nick Gerli Forecasts Unemployment Spike in Summer 2023 Based on...

Economist and financial analyst Nick Gerli shared his concerns about the US economy in a series of tweets, warning that the Conference Board's Leading...