"Crypto Whale Boosts ETH Holdings Amidst Market Downturn"

Coin WorldTuesday, Mar 4, 2025 11:52 am ET

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A prominent cryptocurrency investor, often referred to as a "whale," has recently increased their Ethereum (ETH) holdings by a significant amount. According to data from OnchainLens, the whale withdrew 2,417 ETH, valued at approximately $4.97 million, from the Binance exchange. This transaction brought the whale's total ETH position to 13,671 ETH, which was acquired at an average price of $2,811.64, totaling around $38.43 million in spending.

The whale's latest move comes after a period of dormancy, with no activity recorded for nearly five months. The substantial increase in ETH holdings suggests a bullish sentiment towards the cryptocurrency. However, it is essential to note that the whale is currently facing a floating loss of approximately $10.5 million. Despite this, the whale has staked a significant portion of their ETH, totaling 11,498.58 ETH, in Lido, indicating a long-term commitment to the Ethereum ecosystem.

The whale's actions come amidst a broader market downturn, with the US stock market losing $1.5 trillion and the cryptocurrency market shedding $300 billion. However, the whale's decision to increase their ETH holdings may signal a belief in the long-term potential of the cryptocurrency, despite short-term market volatility.

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