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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Cash In on Crypto Freedom: Ethos Crowdfunds Your Ticket to the...

Ethos, the revolutionary fintech startup, is making a splash with the announcement of its upcoming crowdfunding event on Republic. Aiming to democratize access to...
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Revolutionary Superconductor: A Sustainable Future for Bitcoin is Now a Lab-Away!

Maria Irene In an unprecedented development, the realm of physics has witnessed a revolutionary discovery that is set to shake up not just the scientific...
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Say Goodbye to Banks and Hello to Seamless, Fee-Free Rent Payments

In a bold move that may revolutionize the way we think about rent payments, Rent App Global has recently announced a new application built...
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KuCoin’s KYC Policy and Staff Adjustments: Navigating the Challenges Amid Global...

In response to recent speculations, cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has refuted claims of major layoffs, asserting that the ongoing staff adjustments are merely part of...
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Avalanche Foundation Pioneers Asset Tokenization with $50M Avalanche Vista Initiative

The Avalanche Foundation has pledged up to $50 million to acquire tokenized assets minted on the Avalanche blockchain. Their new venture, "Avalanche Vista," aims...
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Thales Takes A Cyber Leap: Snatches Imperva for $3.6B, Betting Big...

French multinational company Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) has reached a $3.6 billion acquisition agreement for US-based cybersecurity company, Imperva. The deal, brokered with software...