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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Switzerland plans new cybersecurity law covering cloud providers

Switzerland is preparing a new standalone cybersecurity law that would introduce obligations for software and hardware providers, protect important digital data and establish cybersecurity...

Dawn of Machines reaches first DOM halving after six months

Dawn of Machines has reached its first token halving, with the project moving into its second 182-day emission period after more than six months...

How to launch an ICRC-1 token on the Internet Computer without coding

Launching a blockchain token can involve development environments, smart contract work and decisions around network costs. On the Internet Computer, developers can use the...

US AI infrastructure investment projected to reach $10.3 trillion by 2032

The United States is entering an unprecedented period of investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, with spending on data centres, power systems, networks and specialised...
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From Real Estate to Bitcoin: Why Investors are Making the Shift...

Jeremy Garcia In recent years, the investment landscape has been transforming, with an increasing number of investors turning to Bitcoin as a preferred investment option...
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Building Wealth with Dollar Cost Averaging: A Smart Investment Strategy

Maria Irene Dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an investment strategy that can help you build a diversified portfolio while managing risk. With this strategy, you invest...
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Reminiscences of a Stock Operator: A Timeless Classic on Trading and...

Maria Irene "Reminiscences of a Stock Operator" is a classic book that was first published in 1923. The author, Edwin Lefèvre, presents the fictionalized memoir...
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The Dollar Milkshake Theory and Bolivia’s Currency Crisis: Is there a...

Maria Irene The Dollar Milkshake Theory, popularized by financial strategist Brent Johnson, argues that the US dollar is set to become even stronger due to...
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Bolivia Struggles to Meet Demand for Dollars Amid Currency Crisis

Maria Irene Bolivia, a landlocked South American country, is currently facing a severe currency crisis. The government is battling to calm fears among savers and...
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Credit Suisse: A Bank in Crisis

Maria Irene Credit Suisse, one of the largest banks in Switzerland, is facing one of the worst crises in its history. With a long list...