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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Switzerland plans new cybersecurity law covering cloud providers

Switzerland is preparing a new standalone cybersecurity law that would introduce obligations for software and hardware providers, protect important digital data and establish cybersecurity...

Dawn of Machines reaches first DOM halving after six months

Dawn of Machines has reached its first token halving, with the project moving into its second 182-day emission period after more than six months...

How to launch an ICRC-1 token on the Internet Computer without coding

Launching a blockchain token can involve development environments, smart contract work and decisions around network costs. On the Internet Computer, developers can use the...

US AI infrastructure investment projected to reach $10.3 trillion by 2032

The United States is entering an unprecedented period of investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, with spending on data centres, power systems, networks and specialised...
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SatScanner: A Revolutionary Tool To Discover the Hidden Treasures Within Your...

In an exciting development, the alpha version of "SatScanner" is now available to badge holders, offering an innovative exploration into the ownership of unique...
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Melt-Up to Global Bust: Strategist Warns of Looming Financial Crisis

David Hunter, Chief Macro Strategist at Contrarian Macro Advisors, is predicting an economic roller-coaster ride that would challenge investors' resilience and test the world's...
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Alex Labs Announces BRC20 Launchpad

Alex Labs, the dynamic blockchain research and development lab, is stepping onto the global stage with the announcement of the world's first BRC20 launchpad....
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India Decouples from Its Highest Denomination Note

In a maneuver to stimulate banking growth and create a level playing field during the impending electoral season, India has announced its plan to...
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Bitcoin Reimagined: Taproot Protocol Powers Asset Boom on Lightning Network

Maria Irene Bitcoin's horizon just got significantly brighter as Lightning Labs announced that the latest version of the Bitcoin Taproot Assets protocol is currently under...
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Ripple Dives Into Central Bank Digital Currency Arena With New Full-Service...

Ripple, a leading player in crypto solutions, announced the launch of a novel Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) platform that will enable central banks,...