Long-Term Holders vs. Whales: The Unseen Forces Behind Bitcoin's Stability
Bitcoin's recent stability is an unexpected phenomenon in a market often plagued by chaos and abrupt swings.
The backbone of this equilibrium lies with long-term holders, who constitute around 19-20% of variations in Bitcoin's volatility according to Glassnode's on-chain data.
These investors' conservative holding behavior plays a significant role in dampening erratic price movements, but their readiness to sell could trigger unexpected turbulence and send shockwaves through the market.
On the other hand, short-term whales have been reaping unprecedented gains, with profits soaring to $9.07 billion, posing a threat to the tranquil trading environment.