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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ICPSwap announces 92-day PUFFIN staking pool with 70 million tokens in rewards

ICPSwap has announced that staking is live for PUFFIN, with a 92-day rewards pool offering 70 million PUFFIN tokens to participants. The staking announcement was...

Liquidium returns with Ethereum lending offers for Mutant Ape NFTs

Liquidium has returned with a new set of Ethereum lending offers, including a 14-day loan option for holders of Mutant Ape Yacht Club (MAYC)...

DFINITY applies for .icp domain in ICANN’s 2026 programme

DFINITY has applied for the .icp top-level domain through the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), opening the possibility of a new...

SpaceX could challenge established telecom and internet providers

SpaceX could increase competitive pressure on established telecommunications and internet providers as satellite connectivity develops, raising questions about how traditional operators will respond to...
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Tao’s Terrific Twist: From Philosophy to Profit in Crypto’s Latest Saga

Where giants like Bitcoin and Ethereum often overshadow newer entrants, the remarkable ascent of Tao (TAO) emerges as a striking anomaly. Within just a...
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Fidelity Eyes Ethereum ETF: $4.5 Trillion Asset Management Giant Seeks SEC...

Fidelity, a colossal asset management firm overseeing an impressive $4.5 trillion in assets, has joined the growing list of institutions aiming to introduce a...
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BIS Study Highlights Stability Concerns in Stablecoins, Advocates for Central Bank...

In a recent study released by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), stablecoins have come under scrutiny for lacking crucial mechanisms that ensure money...
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Discord Sunsets Clyde AI Chatbot, Leaving Room for a Bot-Rich Environment

In a surprising Thursday night announcement, Discord, the popular gaming communications platform, revealed its decision to sunset Clyde, its AI chatbot, within the next...
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Avalanche Ascends: Bold Moves Spark Buzz

In recent months, Avalanche has reasserted its prominence in the blockchain world, unveiling a slew of strategic alliances and technological breakthroughs that set it...
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PIVX Sprints Ahead: Sees 160% Price Surge

In a remarkable display of market resilience, PIVX has eclipsed expectations and set new benchmarks in the crypto landscape this week. This privacy-focused digital...