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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Bitcoin

Liquidium vs Nexo: How Bitcoin-backed loans compare

Bitcoin holders have several ways to access cash or stablecoins without selling their BTC, but the cost, collateral requirements and risks can vary widely...

Liquidium Puts Simple Bitcoin-Backed Loans Within Reach Without a Wallet Connection

Liquidium is making its borrowing process more straightforward with Simple Loans, an address-based lending option that allows users to create a loan without signing...

DOM Launches 3D Builder for On-Chain Districts

A district that once existed as a flat 32×32 bitmap can now be built upwards, with DOM launching a new tool that turns owned...

AI Boom Creates More Than 750,000 Jobs in the US

Artificial intelligence is changing the US job market in a way that is creating new work alongside the disruption caused by the technology. LinkedIn estimates...
Gaming
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Konecta and DiggyCoin Spark a Gold Rush in Play-to-Earn Gaming

Gold and gaming come together in a fresh collaboration between Konecta DAO and DiggyCoin, setting the stage for a competitive play-to-earn experience. With early...
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Decide AI Brings Verified Humanity to Distrikt

Distrikt has taken another step forward with the integration of Decide AI’s Proof of Humanity (PoH) system, giving users a clear way to distinguish...
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Bitcoin Upgrade Showdown: OP_CAT vs. OP_CTV—Which Path Will Shape the Future?...

Bitcoin is on the brink of yet another crucial decision that could define its trajectory for years to come. While the asset has remained...
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Insane Clown Protocol and KongSwap Turn Social Engagement into Crypto Rewards

Earning crypto has just taken a playful turn with the Insane Clown Protocol (ICP), bringing a fusion of blockchain, social media, and gamification to...
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Bitcoin Lending Just Got a Speed Boost

Bitcoin lending just became a lot quicker, thanks to Liquidium’s latest update. The platform now offers instant loans for STARSHIP and ODINDOG, eliminating the...
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Plug Wallet’s Token Sync Fixes the Vanishing Act

Plug Wallet has introduced a much-needed upgrade, ensuring token balances automatically sync without the usual hassle. Users no longer have to wonder whether their...