In accordance with Bijié Wǎng, analyst Crypto Rover shared a chart showing the relationship between Bitcoin's price and the number of whale holders (users with 1,000 BTC or more). Whale count dropped for most of 2025 despite price highs, suggesting large investors may have been selling or taking profits. Recently, the count rose sharply from around 1,350 to 1,440 amid sideways price movement. Large investors appear to be buying during consolidation rather than at peaks, a pattern historically linked to price increases. Bitcoin ETFs saw heavy outflows in December, with major funds like BlackRock’s IBIT recording more outflows than inflows. The holiday season, including $175 million in outflows on Dec. 24 alone, also contributed to the trend.
Bitcoin Whales Hit Annual High Amid Holiday ETF Outflows
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Bitcoin chart data from Bijié Wǎng shows whale holders rose to an annual high, hitting 1,440 from 1,350 as prices moved sideways. This follows ETF outflows in December, with BlackRock’s IBIT seeing more redemptions than inflows. Holiday trading saw $175 million exit funds on Dec. 24 alone. Whale buying during consolidation contrasts with earlier 2025 selling, despite price highs. Bitcoin chart patterns suggest accumulation ahead of potential upward moves. ETF outflows continue to shape market sentiment.
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