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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Maria Irene

Dissecting the Indian Elephant: A Comprehensive Review of The Oxford Handbook...

Maria Irene In 'The Oxford Handbook of the Indian Economy', editor Chetan Ghate brings together a richly diverse collection of essays written by notable economists,...
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Domo’s BRC-20: A Trailblazer or a Risk for Bitcoin’s Future?

Maria Irene In the often mercurial world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, few figures have proven as intriguing and innovative as Domo (@domodata). With a...
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BRC-20 Tokens: A New Frontier in Bitcoin’s Evolution or A Misstep?...

BRC-20 Tokens: A New Frontier in Bitcoin's Evolution or A Misstep? A Comprehensive Exploration 1- What is the BRC-20 standard? BRC-20 is a new token standard...
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Navigating the Economic Labyrinth: A Comprehensive Analysis of Housing Markets

In his thought-provoking work, "The Housing Boom and Bust," Thomas Sowell provides an eye-opening examination of the intricate dynamics of housing markets, offering valuable...
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Banking Crisis Looms but a Blockchain Revolution Could Save the Day:...

In the current landscape of a looming banking crisis, financial expert Ram Ahluwalia predicts an increase in bank failures. He points to commercial real...
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Market Analyst Gareth Soloway Predicts Imminent Market Correction

Following a series of recent statements, Gareth Soloway, a respected market analyst and the founder of inthemoneystocks.com, has issued a stark warning for investors....