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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Liquidium vs Nexo: How Bitcoin-backed loans compare

Bitcoin holders have several ways to access cash or stablecoins without selling their BTC, but the cost, collateral requirements and risks can vary widely...

Liquidium Puts Simple Bitcoin-Backed Loans Within Reach Without a Wallet Connection

Liquidium is making its borrowing process more straightforward with Simple Loans, an address-based lending option that allows users to create a loan without signing...

DOM Launches 3D Builder for On-Chain Districts

A district that once existed as a flat 32×32 bitmap can now be built upwards, with DOM launching a new tool that turns owned...

AI Boom Creates More Than 750,000 Jobs in the US

Artificial intelligence is changing the US job market in a way that is creating new work alongside the disruption caused by the technology. LinkedIn estimates...
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Introducing ckUSDC Sepolia: Advancing Token Testing on Sepolia

The unveiling of ckUSDC Sepolia, a digital twin of USDC Sepolia on ICP, marks a significant stride in the world of stables testing. This...
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Binance Bids Adieu to Bitcoin NFTs: A Strategic Shift or a...

Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges globally, has made a surprising move by announcing its decision to end support for Bitcoin NFTs, despite...
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Paris Lights Up: Blockchain Week Set to Spark Innovation and Collaboration

Paris Blockchain Week 2024 is poised to be more than just another conference; it's shaping up as a beacon for innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought...
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Bitcoin Rides the Wave: Arthur Hayes Eyes Debt Bubble Burst as...

Arthur Hayes, the former CEO of BitMEX, has recently shared a bold prediction that could stir significant interest among cryptocurrency enthusiasts and investors alike....
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Chainlink Weaves the Web: New Protocol to Boost Blockchain Interoperability

The latest development in blockchain technology comes from Chainlink, a name synonymous with driving forward the potential of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. Chainlink has...
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Archax, Ownera, and HBAR Tokenize BlackRock Fund on Hedera Blockchain

Archax, a London-based digital asset exchange, in collaboration with Ownera and the HBAR Foundation, has achieved a significant milestone in the real-world assets (RWAs)...