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...
ICP
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The Countdown to Freedom: ICP’s Seed Investor Unlocks Near the Finish...

ICP’s early backers are about to step into uncharted territory—the final stretch of a staggered vesting period that began in May 2021. The project...
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ICP and Rosetta: A Frictionless Future for DeFi Integration

Coinbase's Rosetta standard has carved a niche by making token integration seamless for applications and services like exchanges, block explorers, and wallets. For developers...
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Ancient Wisdom, Modern Code: IConfucius Brings AI Philosophy to ICP

IConfucius has emerged as an unlikely fusion of ancient wisdom and modern technology, bringing Confucian philosophy to life through the Internet Computer. This digital...
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ICPSwap and Oisy Wallet Team Up with ICRC-21 Support

ICPSwap has taken a significant step forward, ensuring all trading pair canisters now support the ICRC-21 standard. This update enhances accessibility for users, particularly...
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U2U and Dmail Team Up – Big Rewards and Bigger Plans...

U2U Network and Dmail Network are joining forces to reshape decentralised communication and blockchain connectivity. The partnership, announced with a promotional giveaway, signals the...
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OISY Gets Ruggy: Bowtie On, Rugs Off

$Ruggy has arrived, ready to shake things up in the OISY Wallet. The latest token to join the platform comes with a bowtie and...