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 2.6 adds XRP, Robinhood assets and cycles support

OISY has released version 2.6 of its wallet, adding support for native XRP, Robinhood assets and a new way to hold Internet Computer compute...

Liquidium reports 1.6 million ICP supplied across 175 loans

Liquidium has reported a new milestone for its ICP lending activity, with 1.6 million ICP supplied through the platform across 175 loans. The milestone was...

Odin.fun reports busiest development week with 228 commits

Odin.fun has reported its busiest development week of the series, with 228 commits covering live community features, account security, search visibility and improvements to...

US equity ETF inflows fall to lowest level since March

US equity exchange-traded funds saw their average daily inflows fall to about US$3.3 billion in September, marking the third consecutive monthly decline and the...
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BlackRock’s Bitcoin Bet: A Glimpse Into the Future of ETFs

The financial world is buzzing with excitement as BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, continues to solidify its position in the cryptocurrency market. The...
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Lugano and Web3 Startup Incubator: Catalyzing Innovation in Switzerland

The City of Lugano, nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland, is set to become a hotbed of innovation with the launch of its...
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Glenlivet’s 50-Year-Old Whiskey Collection Goes High-Tech with NFTs and AI

In a bold fusion of tradition and innovation, The Glenlivet, an esteemed distillery nestled in the heart of Scotland's Speyside, has unveiled its latest...
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Crypto Frenzy: $113,000 Gas Fee Spree Ends in Disappointment

In a jaw-dropping display of crypto exuberance, a user recently shelled out a staggering $113,000 in gas fees for what seemed like a golden...
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Ripple’s Strategic Leap: Acquiring Metaco and Fortress Trust

Ripple, the powerhouse behind the XRP cryptocurrency, recently made waves in the financial technology sector with two significant acquisitions: Metaco, a Swiss-based digital asset...
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NetMind Power Ignites Tech’s Future: Bridging AI and Blockchain

The intersection of blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a speculative conversation about potential future advancements; it is the present, and...