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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Algorithmic Stablecoins: A Double-Edged Sword in the Crypto Industry

In recent years, the world of cryptocurrencies has seen significant innovation, with the emergence of algorithmic stablecoins being one such development. These digital assets...
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US Recession Looming: 42 Macro CEO Darius Dale Warns of Potential...

Economist Darius Dale, founder and CEO of 42 Macro, has forecasted a US recession between Q2 to Q4 of 2023, which could significantly impact...
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Coinbase Officials Express Disappointment Over SEC’s Wells Notice, Urge Against Unnecessary...

Coinbase's CEO Brian Armstrong and Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal have responded to the Securities Exchange Commission's (SEC) Wells notice, expressing their disappointment with...
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Bank of Japan’s Policy Decision: Calm Before the Storm?

Market Implications and Potential Shocks Explored In anticipation of the upcoming Bank of Japan (BOJ) policy decision, experts are debating the potential implications on global...
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PancakeSwap Unveils CAKE Tokenomics v2.5, Explores Deflationary Strategies

PancakeSwap, the leading decentralized exchange (DEX) on the Binance Smart Chain, held an insightful Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on April 26th, addressing the...
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ShapeShift DAO Seeks Community Support for Decentralized Exchange Development through Gitcoin...

ShapeShift DAO, the innovative team behind the multi-wallet, multi-chain app that aims to serve as a comprehensive self-custody alternative to centralized exchanges, has recently...