Bitcoin Whales Step Up Accumulation as U.S. Bitcoin ATM Fraud Losses Reach $333.5 Million in 2025

On-chain data from CryptoQuant indicates that Bitcoin wallets holding at least 1,000 BTC have resumed significant accumulation, a pattern that has historically aligned with price recoveries. At the same time, FBI IC3 figures for January to November 2025 show over 12,000 Bitcoin ATM fraud complaints and $333.5 million in reported losses in the U.S., reflecting rising risks alongside broader adoption.