Feb 11 β€’ 07:52 UTC πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Greece Naftemporiki

Bitcoin: Whales Buy Again – And Some See the 'End of the Speculative Era'

Bitcoin is witnessing renewed interest from major investors, known as 'whales', who have accumulated approximately 53,000 coins recently, marking the largest buildup since November.

As many investors remain on the sidelines, the so-called 'whales', those holding over 1,000 Bitcoin, have purchased around 53,000 coins in the past week, according to data from Glassnode. This accumulation, totaling over $4 billion in added value, marks the largest increase in holdings since November, suggesting that while there is some confidence among large holders, the overall landscape of Bitcoin investment remains precarious.

Despite this surge in whale purchases, Bitcoin's price is still approximately 40% lower than its historical high from October. After a dip below $60,000 last week, Bitcoin has rebounded to around $69,000 during Asian trading hours on Wednesday. However, this short-term relief does not reflect a widespread return of liquidity in the market, and overall investor sentiment remains cautious, indicating a possible stabilization or a pause before further declines.

Investor caution is particularly notable among those who entered the market through ETFs and are now facing losses, which diminishes their willingness to make new investments. The continued volatility and uncertainty in Bitcoin's pricing suggest that while some large holders are confident in the long-term potential, many smaller investors are still struggling, leading some analysts to speculate about the potential end of a speculative era in cryptocurrency trading.

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