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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Crypto-Friendly Patrick McHenry Takes Interim House Speaker Role Following Historic Ousting

In a historic turn of events, the United States House of Representatives witnessed the unprecedented ousting of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, with eight Republicans...
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Ripple’s Singapore Arm Secures Formal License Approval

In a significant development for Ripple, the Monetary Authority of Singapore has formally approved the license for Ripple's subsidiary, Ripple Markets APAC Pte Ltd....
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Star Atlas Breaks Ground: ATMTA Unleashes Free Access to Developer Tools...

In a major move for Solana developers, Star Atlas creator ATMTA opens the doors to its developer tools and documentation through ATMTA. The Solana...
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Ethos Vaults a Self-Custody Surprise with Liquid Staking and More in...

Ethos has rolled out the red carpet once again for crypto enthusiasts, unveiling a plethora of new features in its Self-Custody Vault's Version 2.0,...
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Modest Debut for Ethereum Futures ETFs in Lackluster Opening Day

The highly anticipated launch of nine new Ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on October 2 has failed to generate the expected excitement, as day...
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Solana’s 27-Week Investment Streak Surges Amidst Crypto Standstill

In a crypto market marked by relative stillness, Solana emerges as the undisputed champion of institutional favor, extending its investment streak to an impressive...