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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Emerging Markets: The New Gold Rush Led by India

In the realm of global finance, emerging markets are gaining traction as attractive investment destinations. The Invesco Global Sovereign Asset Management Study for 2023...
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Sovereign Wealth Funds: Navigating the New Macro Environment and the Energy...

In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, sovereign wealth funds and central banks are constantly seeking innovative strategies to build robust portfolios and ensure...
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PEPE Leads Meme Coin Losses as Fresh Token Launches Grab Trader’s...

The top meme coins face pressures as new competitors enter the market, compounded by losses in Bitcoin and Ethereum. The once-dominant meme coins, including Dogecoin...
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Join the Club, Literally! .bitclub Ushers In a Social Revolution in...

In an era where the decentralized revolution has been setting new benchmarks, a groundbreaking innovation has surfaced - the .bitclub protocol. An ingenious amalgamation...
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Violetta Inscribes 10-Year Musical Odyssey on Bitcoin’s Ordinals

The vibrant, digital frontier of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) is teeming with innovation. Now, Violetta Zironi, an Italian singer-songwriter, is making waves with a compelling...
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Breaking Chains with BRC69: Luminex’s New Standard for Bitcoin Ordinals Unleashes...

In a potential game-changer for the Bitcoin community, web3 launchpad Luminex recently unveiled its new BRC69 Ordinals standard, set to revolutionize how content creators...