đłCrypto whales, the big fish in the crypto sea, are individuals or entities with hefty digital asset holdings. They emerged with the rise of cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, in the early 2010s. Their actions can cause ripples throughout the crypto ecosystem.đ
But how do you spot a whale? Tools like blockchain explorers, whale alert services, on-chain analytics, and social listening tools can help.
Whales often take measures to protect their identities due to the public nature of blockchain transactions. They use multiple wallets, privacy coins, off-exchange storage, legal entities, and tax havens.
However, with great power comes great responsibility. Whales must navigate the legal complexities of privacy and compliance, ensuring they adhere to tax, AML, and KYC laws.
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