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Bitcoin News Today: Whales Shift to Distribution Mode as Bitcoin Corrects From Record High
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Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 6:30 am ET2min read
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Bitcoin's price corrected from its $126,000 all-time high as whale activity surged, with large holders moving 15,054
to exchanges in recent weeks. The Exchange Whale Ratio's 30-day moving average (30DMA) reached 0.47, its highest level in seven months, indicating nearly half of all inflows to exchanges now originate from large transactions [1]. This trend aligns with historical patterns where elevated whale activity often precedes market tops, as large holders prepare to sell or rotate capital. Analysts warn of a shift from accumulation to distribution, raising the risk of short-term corrections [2].Data from blockchain analytics firm CryptoQuant highlights that whale inflows have spiked to $75 billion levels observed during previous market peaks, a threshold often linked to sharp corrections or extended consolidation phases [2]. Between July 14 and 18, the Whale to Exchange Flow monthly average surged from $28 billion to $45 billion, driven by a 1,595 BTC ($168 million) deposit to Binance and broader profit-taking by large holders [3]. While monthly inflows suggest aggressive distribution, daily data shows a decline in selling pressure, hinting at temporary stabilization [2].
The surge in whale activity coincides with Bitcoin's consolidation between $115,724 and $122,077. Technical indicators, including the alignment of 50, 100, and 200-day simple moving averages (SMAs), confirm an upward trend, though resistance at $122,000 remains unbroken [2]. Volume has waned, signaling indecision among market participants. A breakout above $122,000 could target $130,000, while a breakdown below $115,724 risks testing support near $114,800 [2].
Meanwhile, dormant Bitcoin activity has increased, with 35,400 BTC moved after three months of inactivity and 22,800 BTC after six months. This reactivation of long-held coins has raised concerns about potential selling pressure, particularly as Bitcoin approaches critical resistance levels [3]. Exchange flows remain biased toward outflows, but the recent large whale deposit to Binance has introduced volatility, complicating the bullish narrative of retail accumulation [3].
The market's dynamics are further influenced by a shift in capital allocation. As Bitcoin consolidates, altcoins like
, , and have surged, with gains of 19.98%, 25.98%, and 8.86% respectively over the past week [4]. This suggests investors are rotating into higher-beta assets, a hallmark of altseason. However, the Altseason Index remains at 36/100, indicating Bitcoin still outperforms most altcoins over 90 days [4].Analysts emphasize the importance of monitoring whale behavior and key price levels. CryptoQuant's JA Maartunn noted that the current spike in the Exchange Whale Ratio mirrors patterns seen during Bitcoin's late 2023 and early 2024 rallies, reinforcing the likelihood of a near-term correction [1]. Darkfost, a top analyst, highlighted the nuanced interplay between monthly and daily inflow trends, suggesting whales may be capitalizing on all-time highs while retail sentiment remains bullish [2].
Bitcoin's recent volatility underscores the tension between institutional distribution and retail optimism. Retail investors, as measured by the Taker Buy-Sell ratio and positive funding rates, remain net buyers, yet large holders' actions often dominate market sentiment. The coming weeks will test whether this period of whale activity leads to a sustained pullback or serves as a temporary consolidation before the next bullish leg.
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