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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Sky’s the Limit: Flying Cars Touch Down in Minnesota

The dream of soaring through the skies in your own vehicle is inching closer to reality with new legislation taking effect in Minnesota. Known...
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Bionic Hands for All: A Future Where Technology Fits Your Budget

Robotic limbs are making their way from science fiction into everyday life, thanks to innovations in technology and thoughtful design. One company, Alt Bionics,...
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Lines Form for Bitcoin Scans as Worldcoin Enters Singapore

Queues have formed at the GR.iD shopping mall in Singapore, with eager participants lining up for an unusual sight—a silver orb that scans their...
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Apple Delays AI Features to Fine-Tune User Experience

Apple’s eagerly awaited artificial intelligence features, branded as Apple Intelligence, are hitting a slight snag in their rollout schedule. Originally expected to launch alongside...
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Insolvency Surge Hits Cafes and Restaurants in Australia as Costs Soar

Australia's latest insolvency figures from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) reveal a sharp increase in the number of companies entering external administration,...
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Bitcoin Boosts El Salvador’s Tourist Appeal Amidst Inflation Concerns

El Salvador’s embrace of Bitcoin is proving to be a double-edged sword, as new insights reveal the cryptocurrency’s impact on the country’s tourism industry...