Bitcoin Whales Keep Buying as Short-Term Traders Bleed

Despite the recent choppy action in the crypto market, large Bitcoin holders have been quietly accumulating.

Large Bitcoin holders have been steadily accumulating in recent months, even as short-term traders are feeling the pain of recent price declines.

Since late March, wallets holding between 10 and 10,000 BTC have added more than 53,000 coins, bringing their total holdings to nearly 68% of the total supply. This bulk buying activity signals that heavyweight investors are unfazed by short-term market noise and are making a long-term bet on Bitcoin.

In contrast, recent buyers are now sitting on significant losses, according to Glassnode's data. This condition, known as "شتري عالي بيع واطئ," usually marks the early stages of bear cycles.

On the other hand, long-term holders, who typically hold coins for at least 150 days, are still largely in profit, having seen far worse in past Bitcoin corrections.

Interestingly, some early buyers have now transitioned into long-term holding status, a shift that has historically signaled further market cooling. However, despite the recent price weakness, analysts say it’s still too early to call this a full-blown bear market.

As the crypto market navigates this period of uncertainty, the actions of large Bitcoin holders will be crucial in determining the next direction of the market. With short-term holders feeling the heat and long-term holders remaining resilient, the coming weeks will be pivotal for deciding whether the recent buying pressure can continue.