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 and TAP Protocol: Revolutionising Bitcoin with Native Smart Contracts and...

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) continues to redefine what’s possible in blockchain technology, emerging as a leading force in reshaping decentralised ecosystems. From seamless...
Maria Irene

O1: The Smarter AI That Comes With a Hefty Price Tag

Sam Altman’s announcement of OpenAI’s O1, the “smartest model in the world,” has set off a whirlwind of reactions across the internet. Alongside the...
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Pudgy Penguins Unveil $PENGU: A Cultural Icon Enters the Crypto Scene

The beloved Pudgy Penguins, a hallmark of crypto culture, are making waves with the announcement of $PENGU, their official token, set to launch in...
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Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell Constellation: SpaceX Bridges Connectivity Gaps

In another leap forward for satellite communication, SpaceX has announced the completion of the first orbital shell of its Starlink Direct-to-Cell constellation. Following the...
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Trump’s Bold Bet on Tech with David Sacks

The selection of David Sacks as the White House AI and Crypto Czar signals a strategic shift that might define the incoming Trump administration’s...
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Pond and Virtuals: The Onchain AI Leap

Pond and Virtuals have teamed up to create a buzz in the decentralised AI landscape. With Virtuals already established as a leading AI agent...