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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OISY adds XRP to its multichain wallet

OISY has expanded its supported assets with the addition of XRP, giving users access to the cryptocurrency through the wallet’s latest 2.6.0 release. XRP is...

MENESE SNS launches as CLOAK builds out its privacy ecosystem

The MENESE SNS has gone live, giving the community a new way to support the development of privacy-focused infrastructure around CLOAK. MENESE is working on...

ICP turns compute into a tradable digital asset

The Internet Computer (ICP) is positioning compute as an economic asset that can be bought, held, transferred and priced through its native Cycles system. Cycles...

ORIGYN expands blockchain tools for businesses, digital products and AI agents

ORIGYN used the third quarter of 2026 to expand its blockchain infrastructure for businesses, manufacturers and developers, while preparing for a new application focused...
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ICP’s Unlikely Competitors: Big Tech Clouds in the Crosshairs

When we think of the Internet Computer (ICP), it's tempting to compare it with other blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Solana, or NEAR. However, ICP's...
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From Flux to Niobium: ICP’s 2025 Roadmap

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is charting an ambitious course for 2025, unveiling a series of innovative milestones that promise to push the boundaries...
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China’s 10-Year Bond Yield Hits Historic Low: What It Means for...

China’s bond market has reached a historic milestone with the yield on its 10-year note falling below 1.60% for the first time. This significant...
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ICP-Powered REE Brings Smart Contracts to Bitcoin, No Bridges Needed

Bitcoin, the pioneer of cryptocurrencies, has long been celebrated for its security and decentralisation, but it has also faced criticism for its limited programmability....
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QR Revolution on Internet Computer: IC-Pay Protocol Proposal by Malaysian Developers

The Internet Computer (IC) is set to revolutionise digital payments with the introduction of the IC-Pay Protocol, a groundbreaking proposal by Malaysia-based developers TabyPOS....
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Quarter Billion and Counting: Binance’s Global Ascent

Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has reached an impressive milestone, tallying 250 million registered users globally. While the exchange has had...