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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OISY adds XRP to its multichain wallet

OISY has expanded its supported assets with the addition of XRP, giving users access to the cryptocurrency through the wallet’s latest 2.6.0 release. XRP is...

MENESE SNS launches as CLOAK builds out its privacy ecosystem

The MENESE SNS has gone live, giving the community a new way to support the development of privacy-focused infrastructure around CLOAK. MENESE is working on...

ICP turns compute into a tradable digital asset

The Internet Computer (ICP) is positioning compute as an economic asset that can be bought, held, transferred and priced through its native Cycles system. Cycles...

ORIGYN expands blockchain tools for businesses, digital products and AI agents

ORIGYN used the third quarter of 2026 to expand its blockchain infrastructure for businesses, manufacturers and developers, while preparing for a new application focused...
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ICPEx is Nearly Here—What’s Left Before the Mainnet Launch?

The wait is nearly over as ICPEx races towards its much-anticipated mainnet launch. With several crucial milestones completed, the team is in the final...
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Bob.fun Brings Fresh Transparency to ICP Trading with ALICE Canister Upgrade

Bob.fun, the platform gaining attention in ICP (Internet Computer Protocol) trading circles, has announced an update that could redefine transparency and accountability standards. In...
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IC Ghost Calls Out ICP Inflation – Time for a Rethink?

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) has been at the heart of the blockchain world since its launch, with hopes that it would revolutionise decentralised...
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ICP’s New Dashboard: Clearer, Sharper, Smarter

The Internet Computer community is getting a fresh view of its ecosystem, with the release of the brand new ICP Dashboard. Built to offer...
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Motoko Gets Smarter: VSCode Extension Levels Up

It’s about to get a lot smoother to write smart contracts in Motoko, especially if you’re using Visual Studio Code. The team at Serokell...
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Kong’s Got a New Trick—Say Hello to Phantom Swaps

Kongswap has opened the door for Phantom wallet users, and it’s not just a quick facelift. The update means direct swaps using Phantom—the wallet...