⭕️ Bitcoin ‘Zombies’ Awaken: Dormant Coins Move For First Time In Years, What’s Going On?
According to recent data from on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant, in recent weeks, the Bitcoin market has witnessed a fascinating phenomenon: long-dormant BTC, untouched in wallets for up to a decade, are suddenly springing into action.
This movement coincides with Bitcoin’s price once again reclaiming the $70,000 mark, a dynamic that has not only captured the attention of investors but also sparked analysis from on-chain analytics experts.
🔸 Revival Of The Sleeping Giants
The data revealed by CryptoQuant illuminates a surprising trend: on June 2 alone, roughly 2,800 BTC that had been idle for two to three years were transferred. The following day, a movement of 4,500 BTC, dormant for four to five years, outstripped this.
The activity didn’t stop there; even BTC that had not moved for over a decade—210 BTC, to be precise—changed hands. This phenomenon, referred to as “old coins moving” by a CryptoQuant author, Maartunn, suggests an “allocation” phase, where long-term holders begin to release their coins back into circulation.
Particularly, according to Maartunn, old coins moving indicates a potential shift from holding to “distribution,” a sign often seen in mature bull markets. This resurgence of old BTC is notable, as it aligns with historical price peaks, including BTC’s previous rally to a new peak in March.
💬 And another 2,123 $BTC with the same age.
Old coins moving, after old coins moving, after old coins moving. In other words, distribution. — Maartunn
🔸 A Signal Of Bullish Trends
The movement of these long-dormant coins is more than a mere statistic; it reflects a broader sentiment among Bitcoin holders.
According to another CryptoQuant contributor, Onchained, during bullish market phases, it is common for long-term holders to offload parts of their holdings as prices rise. This pattern is currently evident as Bitcoin continues to test major resistance levels.
