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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Maria Irene

Bridging the Gap: Major Crypto Networks Sync Up for Interchain Development

The cryptocurrency world is witnessing a significant collaboration as Stacks, Moonriver, Hedera Network, and Iron Fish join forces with Axelar’s Interchain Amplifier. This partnership...
Maria Irene

Crypto Cash Crusade: PACs Pump Millions to Mold Political Landscape

Over $102 million has been channelled into supporting crypto-friendly candidates across the United States, courtesy of the Fairshake Political Action Committee (PAC) and its...
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Uniswap’s Candlestick Charts Feature Goes Live

Uniswap, a pioneer in the cryptocurrency exchange sphere, continues its quest to enhance user experiences. In its latest move, Uniswap has unveiled the launch...
Maria Irene

Mercado Libre’s Bold Bitcoin Move: Disrupting Latin America’s Crypto Landscape

Mercado Libre, often likened to the Amazon of Latin America, has strategically staked its claim in the cryptocurrency realm with a substantial $29 million...
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SusHi TechTokyo2024 Side Event: Unearthing Japan’s Culinary Jewels & Embracing Innovation

Undiscovered Gems of Japan, Inc. and Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. are set to host a tantalizing tasting session featuring the crème de la crème...
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High Prices, Home Dreams, and Foreign Capital: Unpacking the Great Housing...

Housing affordability has transformed from a national concern into a pivotal economic issue, prompting sharp debates across the board. As stakeholders wrestle with potential...