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

Rethinking Debt: David Graeber’s Groundbreaking Exploration of Its 5,000-Year History and...

In "Debt: The First 5,000 Years," anthropologist David Graeber undertakes a comprehensive examination of the history of debt and its significant role in shaping...
Maria Irene

The Dawn of a New Economy: Deflation, Technology, and Bitcoin’s Impact...

Entrepreneur and author Jeff Booth recently discussed his deflation thesis, suggesting that technological advancements and increasing competition will inevitably drive down prices to the...
Maria Irene

Global Innovators Converge at Avalanche Summit to Shape the Future of...

Maria Irene The first day of the highly anticipated Avalanche Summit has begun in Barcelona, bringing together over 300 speakers, 125 panel sessions, and more...
Maria Irene

Kaleido Joins Forces with Avalanche to Accelerate Web3 Adoption for Enterprises...

In a significant move announced at the Avalanche Summit II, Kaleido will now bring Avalanche's high-performance web3 solutions to the Blockchain Business Cloud. This...
Maria Irene

Banking Crisis Fuels Crypto Adoption: DeFi Emerges as a Viable Alternative...

The banking crisis has rattled the financial world, leading to a loss of confidence in centralized institutions and paving the way for the rise...
Maria Irene

Fed’s Rate Hike Intensifies Pressure on Banks: A Tipping Point Toward...

The recent quarter-percentage point increase in interest rates by the Federal Reserve has heightened concerns about the stability of the American banking system, with...