Dormant Whale Sells 1,400 BTC After Four Years, Locks In $76.5M Gain
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On-chain data shows a long-dormant whale sold 1,400 BTC (~$111.6M) after a four-year holding period, realizing ~${76.5}M profit. Large realized-profit events can increase near-term spot supply and influence short-term order flow, especially if markets interpret the sale as distribution by long-term holders. While not a fundamental macro shift, it may heighten sensitivity to further whale activity and liquidity conditions.
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● Medium
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ME News reported that on Aug. 25 (UTC+8), on-chain analyst LookonChain flagged a previously dormant whale that has sold 1,400 BTC, valued at about $111.6 million. The wallet accumulated 2,200 BTC roughly four years ago at an average cost of $45,024, an outlay of around $99.05 million at the time. The whale held through the cycle, even as unrealized profits reportedly peaked near $178 million. It has now started trimming the position, bringing total realized profits to approximately $76.5 million. (Source: ODAILY)
