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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OpenChat adds direct crypto transfers through Oisy and NFID Wallet

OpenChat users can now send cryptocurrency directly through the platform using Oisy and NFID Wallet, removing the need to first deposit funds into an...

Onicai SNS proposal goes live on ICP governance

A proposal to move onicai towards decentralised governance through an SNS is now live on the Internet Computer’s Network Nervous System (NNS), giving the...

ICPanda proposes six protocols for trusted AI agent communication

AI agents are increasingly being designed to communicate and act with less direct human involvement, raising questions about identity, authority, privacy and the reliability...

Liquidium records largest simple loan with $60,700 USDC borrowed against Bitcoin

Liquidium has reported its largest simple loan to date, with a user borrowing about $60,700 in USDC by providing two Bitcoin as collateral. According to...
India
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Crypto crackdown eases: More exchanges could make a comeback

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-India) is taking significant steps to open its doors to more offshore cryptocurrency exchanges, with a focus on compliance and...
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Living Lean: Jack Mallers on Embracing Simplicity with Bitcoin

In a world where consumer culture often dominates our lives, Jack Mallers offers a refreshing perspective on personal finance and sustainability. His recent statement...
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Western Australia’s $30 Million Boost for Start-Ups

Western Australia is setting the stage for a vibrant innovation ecosystem with the launch of the $30 million WA Venture Capital (WAVC) Initiative. Designed...
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Bitcoin Holdings Surge as Companies Bet Big on Crypto

The corporate world has been steadily increasing its exposure to Bitcoin over the past few years, with recent figures from River Financial showing that...
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Bitcoin Miners’ AI Dreams Hit Costly Reality Check

Bitcoin mining companies have been making headlines for their efforts to diversify into high-performance computing (HPC) and AI data centers, with promises of new...
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Guardrails to Keep AI on Track in Australia

Australia’s journey into the AI world has reached a pivotal point. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, particularly in high-risk applications, the Australian...