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Amid the negative sentiment surrounding Bitcoin and the entire digital asset sector, BTC whales are becoming increasingly prominent. The number of wallets holding 10,000 or more BTC has reached its highest level in nearly six years.
This trend highlights growing confidence among large investors, as market analysts see this opportunity for investors to accumulate more BTC at lower prices.
Large Bitcoin Wallets on the Rise
According to market intelligence platform Santiment, wallets with over 10,000 Bitcoin have gained the most from recent market fluctuations. These large addresses, likely consisting mainly of exchange liquidity providers, have accumulated an additional 212,450 BTC, increasing their holdings by 1.05% of the total Bitcoin supply.
Wallets with 10K+ Bitcoin have been the extreme beneficiaries of the past 6 weeks of volatility. With these massive addresses speculated to be heavily comprised of exchange liquidity providers, they own 212,450 BTC more over this stretch, and 1.05% more of the entire supply. pic.twitter.com/8Ob2OIJ2M2
— Santiment (@santimentfeed) July 5, 2024
Meanwhile, these large wallets’ significant accumulation of Bitcoin indicates that exchange liquidity providers are playing a crucial role in the market. By maintaining substantial reserves, these entities can help stabilize prices and ensure sufficient liquidity for trading.
Impact On the Crypto Market
The increase in Bitcoin holdings by large wallets could have several implications for the market. Over the past six weeks, Bitcoin prices have dropped significantly, from $71,000 to $53,930, creating a highly volatile environment.
Despite this turbulence, large Bitcoin holders have managed to increase their holdings, suggesting they are well-positioned to take advantage of market movements. This behavior indicates a strong belief in the long-term potential of Bitcoin.
Additionally, their actions may influence market trends and investor sentiment, potentially leading to further price movements.