Bitcoin Whales Are Back in the Game

Bitcoin’s recent price jump above $105,000 (a major hurdle!) has boosted investor confidence. Even with a small pullback, long-term holders (the big players) are showing renewed interest.

Long-Term Holders Are Accumulating Again

Experts are noticing a significant shift: Long-term Bitcoin holders, often seen as seasoned investors, are accumulating more Bitcoin. After a couple of dips that worried some, their supply is rising again. This suggests strong belief in Bitcoin’s continued upward trend.

One expert, Darkfost, points out a sharp increase in the supply held by long-term holders – from 14.3 million BTC to about 15.8 million BTC in just a few days. This is a big deal because it could fuel Bitcoin’s price rise even further.

Key Takeaways from the LTH Supply Increase

Darkfost highlights two important points:

  1. Hold On Tight:
    Long-term holders are holding onto their Bitcoin instead of selling. This includes those who bought recently (more than six months ago). It shows a long-term commitment.

  2. Spending is Down: The amount of Bitcoin spent by long-term holders has plummeted since a peak in December 2024 and a brief scare in March when Bitcoin dipped below $80,000.

The Current Market Situation

At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $102,603, down about 3% in the last week. Despite this slight dip, trading volume is up a massive 79% in the last day. This suggests that investors still believe Bitcoin has more room to grow. The increase in long-term holder supply is a very positive sign.