Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Whale Activity Surges as Price Nears All-Time High

Ethereum whale activity reached a significant monthly peak in late July and early August 2025, with a sharp increase in large-scale transactions involving hundreds of millions of dollars in ETH [1]. Notably, a mysterious whale group known as the "7 Siblings" sold $88 million in ETH over 15 hours, averaging approximately $4,532 per token, drawn from a $5.6 billion holding, signaling strategic profit-taking [4]. This movement coincided with a broader bullish trend, as ETH approached $4,600 amid rising institutional interest and ETF inflows surpassing $1 billion [5].

While some whales engaged in selling, others were accumulating. One undisclosed group added $946.6 million in ETH in just one week [3], reflecting a mix of market strategies. These contrasting actions contributed to increased volatility and uncertainty. Institutional buying and positive on-chain data, including 98% of Ethereum wallets being in profit, supported the bullish sentiment [6]. Additionally, Ethereum's fear and greed index showed "extreme greed," with heightened trading volume, volatility, and social media engagement reinforcing the upward trend [10].

Despite the short-term selling pressure, the Ethereum price remained resilient, inching closer to its all-time high as open interest hit record levels [8]. However, the Ethereum Foundation's $12.7 million ETH sale and other whale liquidations raised concerns about potential near-term instability [7]. Analysts remain divided, with some interpreting these sales as profit-taking and others warning of possible downward pressure if selling continues [1].

The surge in whale activity underscores the growing influence of large investors in shaping Ethereum’s price dynamics. For retail investors, such movements serve as a signal to remain vigilant. While not a direct predictor of price direction, whale transactions often precede meaningful market shifts and offer insights into the behavior of institutional and high-net-worth actors. As Ethereum continues to attract attention from major market participants, the coming weeks will likely determine whether the bullish momentum can endure amidst whale-driven volatility [1].

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