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...
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Tap to the Top: Musk Empire Rockets to 25 Million Players...

Musk Empire, the latest sensation on Telegram, is making headlines in the gaming world. Launched just a month ago, this tap-to-earn game has swiftly...
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Flux Frenzy: The New Kid on the AI Image Block

Black Forest Labs has thrown down the gauntlet in the world of AI-driven image generation with the debut of Flux, a cutting-edge text-to-image model...
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Cryptic Cash: How Top Blockchains Stack Up in Revenue and Earnings

When it comes to making money, not all blockchains are created equal. Among the digital networks revolutionizing our financial system, Ethereum, Tron, Solana, and...
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Trump’s Bitcoin Sneakers: Limited Edition Kicks for Crypto Enthusiasts

Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a unique footwear line that merges his branding with cryptocurrency. Hot on the heels of his speech at...
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Powell Keeps Fed’s Rate Cut Options Open as Inflation Data Awaited

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently addressed speculation about future monetary policy, leaving the door open for potential changes while emphasizing the importance of...
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Bybit Adds Digital Rupee, Strengthens Security for Indian Users

Bybit has expanded its payment options by incorporating India’s digital rupee, offering a new level of security for users of the Indian currency. This...