On Apr 18, 2026, 11:08 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 76,000 USDT and is now trading at 75,921.398438 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 0.69% increase in 24 hours.

In a recent episode of the Inside the Blockchain 100 AMA hosted by Binance Square, prominent crypto influencer Wendy O opened up about her remarkable journey from an underpaid healthcare worker to one of the most recognized female voices in the cryptocurrency space. Boasting over a million combined followers across X, YouTube, and TikTok, Wendy O, who has been navigating the volatile crypto markets since 2017, shared her hard-won trading strategies, her bullish outlook on the intersection of AI and Web3, and why she believes crypto is the ultimate equalizer for women in finance. From Long Commutes to Crypto Independence Before she was a household name in crypto content, Wendy O was a patient care coordinator in Los Angeles. Despite loving her job, she felt stifled by the grueling commutes and the lack of upward financial mobility in the healthcare sector. "There's not a lot of opportunity to get raises," Wendy O explained to host Karine. Seeking a way to be a stay-at-home mom for her young daughter, she began searching for alternatives. She discovered Bitcoin through libertarian radio broadcasts, which sparked her curiosity. Soon after, on the advice of a family friend, she hesitantly joined social media, eventually hosting over four dozen local crypto meetups across LA County. Today, she credits the decentralized nature of the industry for changing her life. "The cool thing about crypto is it's 24/7, 365. All you really need is a cell phone to access it. It’s been a game changer for me." The Maturation of a Trader: The 4-Tier Strategy Looking back at her early days in 2017—when trading was heavily reliant on Bitcoin pairs rather than stablecoins—Wendy O admits to making rookie mistakes and engaging in risky trading behaviors. Today, her approach has dramatically matured, shifting from aggressive day trading to patient, long-term swing trading. "The market is going to do what the market's going to do whether you like it or not. The market doesn't care about your feelings," she warned. To manage risk, Wendy O now utilizes a strict four-tier investment system: Tier 1: Bitcoin. Treated as a pristine collateral asset. "That’s something I don’t plan on selling ever," she noted, adding that she securely stores it off-site via financial advisors.Tier 2: Long-term Holds. Established altcoins like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, mapped out with specific profit-taking targets.Tier 3: New Projects. High-potential new launches where she gets in and out rapidly.Tier 4: Meme Coins. Highly speculative assets where she previously applied the "moonbag strategy"—pulling out the initial investment and a small profit as soon as the asset pumps, leaving the "free" tokens to ride the market. Her number one rule for surviving the crypto space? Keep a journal. Wendy O stressed that self-accountability is paramount. Traders must meticulously document their investments and profit-taking to avoid the ultimate trap: marrying your bags and blowing up your account. The Future is AI and 'The Trifecta' Looking toward the remainder of 2024 and into 2026, Wendy O is placing her bets heavily on the integration of Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrency. "I think that AI agents are going to take over in their own way, and it’s going to be a big part of crypto just because of microtransactions," she stated. For investors looking for the next narrative, she highlighted projects featuring what she calls "The Trifecta": AI, DeFi, and RWAs (Real World Assets). Ultimately, Wendy O envisions a future where blockchain technology is entirely frictionless. "Everything’s going to be on-chain... future generations are going to be operating in crypto, and they're not even going to know they're operating in crypto." A Champion for Women in Web3 Throughout her career, Wendy O has been a vocal advocate for female participation in the blockchain sector. While acknowledging that the internet can be a "weird place," she firmly believes the crypto industry has progressed and remains unparalleled in its accessibility. "There are no real barriers to entry," she said. "If a woman wants to learn about crypto... we have so many capabilities at our fingertips. I actually think that crypto is the best place for a woman to work." For those looking to follow in her footsteps and become crypto content creators, Wendy O’s advice is characteristically blunt and practical: "Consistency is incredibly important... get your behind up and get to work." She added that if she had to start all over again today, she would aggressively create content across multiple platforms, lean on AI for assistance, and most importantly: "I would not worry about what people thought about me, and I wouldn't read the comments." The full interview with Wendy O is available on Binance Square's '[Inside the Blockchain 100](https://www.binance.com/en/square/audio/replay?id=39008457541242)'.

Shipping sources say merchant ships have received radio messages from the Iranian Navy informing them that the Strait of Hormuz is closed again, prohibiting any vessels from passing through. (Jinshi)

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Banking trade groups have increased their lobbying efforts against the proposed stablecoin yield compromise in ongoing CLARITY Act discussions. According to NS3.AI, the debate has focused on a White House estimate suggesting that a yield ban would result in only $2.1 billion in additional bank lending. The compromise aims to prohibit passive yield on stablecoin balances while permitting activity-based rewards. Senator Tillis mentioned that the text is still being finalized this week, whereas Senator Alsobrooks anticipates its completion probably next week.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh stated that Iran will never accept a US blockade of its ports or any other "orders" issued by the US. "There will never be any blockades in the future," he said. "The era of colonialism must end," he added. The US "cannot dictate to other countries." (Jinshi)

Ship tracking data shows that approximately 10 vessels attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz on the 18th but ultimately turned back. Shipping tracks indicate that several vessels turned back after reaching waters near Iran's Larak Island. Data shows that most of these vessels were oil tankers, and many were destined for India according to the Automatic Identification System (AIS). Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi announced on the 17th that the Strait of Hormuz would be open to all merchant ships during the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. However, Iranian media reported on the 18th that due to the United States' "repeated breaches of promises," the Iranian military had tightened control over the Strait of Hormuz again. (Xinhua)

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