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Throughout the week, both Bitcoin and altcoins experienced a continuous drop in value, which began following increased tensions between Iran and Israel over the weekend. This decline led Bitcoin to fall below $60,000, sparking worries among investors.
Meanwhile, such a drop made some investors nervous and caused them to stay away from the market, others saw it as an opportunity and increased their purchases.
Bitcoin Whales Buying The Dip
Recent data suggests that large Bitcoin holders, known as whales, may have seized the opportunity to accumulate more of the cryptocurrency during its recent price dip. Analysis of wallet addresses holding over 0.1% of the total Bitcoin supply reveals a notable uptick in accumulation activity.
According to data, wallet addresses holding over 0.1% collectively added 19,760 Bitcoins to their holdings on the 18th of April acquiring them at an average price of $62.5k per Bitcoin.
This significant accumulation event has caught the attention of market observers, given the historical significance of such actions.
Massive 16,276 BTC Transfer
However, Whale Alert, a renowned blockchain tracker platform, reportedly detected a massive transfer of 16,276 Bitcoins, worth approximately $1 billion, from an unidentified wallet to Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange.
As of now, the exact reason behind the transaction remains shrouded in mystery, leaving room for speculation within the cryptocurrency community.
Historical Patterns Hint at Bullish Momentum
Accumulation by large Bitcoin holders has historically served as a precursor to upward price movements in the cryptocurrency. Past instances of significant whale accumulation have often been followed by notable increases in Bitcoin’s price, leading many analysts to view whale activity as a bullish signal for the market.
Currently, Bitcoin is priced at $65,023, reflecting a 4.55% increase in the last 24 hours. This surge has propelled Bitcoin’s market capitalization to $1.27 trillion.