# Whales Related Articles

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Dogecoin – Is price recovery next after whales unload 150M DOGE?

Dogecoin whales have sold approximately 150 million DOGE over five days, signaling caution rather than accumulation. Despite this, the price has not collapsed aggressively, suggesting steady absorption by other buyers. Derivatives traders remain heavily bullish, with over 70% of accounts long on Binance, creating a fragile imbalance. Open Interest rose to $1.49 billion amid price weakness, indicating leveraged speculation rather than organic demand. DOGE is trading within a descending channel, currently near support at $0.12, with RSI stabilization hinting at weakening bearish momentum. Short liquidations have exceeded longs, suggesting bearish exhaustion. A breakout above the channel could target the $0.25 zone, marking a potential trend reversal if key resistance levels are reclaimed.

ambcrypto12/28 00:02

Dogecoin – Is price recovery next after whales unload 150M DOGE?

ambcrypto12/28 00:02

Ethereum – Few reasons why $2,796 is ETH’s make-or-break level

Despite the market-wide risk-on sentiment, capital remains heavily concentrated in Bitcoin, limiting altcoin momentum. However, Ethereum (ETH) is showing resilience, with its dominance bouncing from 11.5% to 13% as its price consolidates between $3k-$3.5k. A key reason for this stability is that Ethereum whales are actively defending their long-term cost basis of $2,796, a level the price has bounced off three times. These large holders have accumulated 4.8 million ETH since late November, driving their collective unrealized profits to approximately $4.8 billion. The primary risk is the high estimated leverage ratio (ELR) of 2.964, indicating significant borrowed exposure. With no major macro catalyst and weak rotational flows, this elevated leverage leaves ETH vulnerable to a potential liquidation cascade. The $2,796 level remains a critical make-or-break point for the asset.

ambcrypto12/27 05:04

Ethereum – Few reasons why $2,796 is ETH’s make-or-break level

ambcrypto12/27 05:04

Chainlink’s breakout odds – What next after large wallets absorb supply?

Large Chainlink withdrawals from Binance, including a new wallet removing over 329k LINK, signal a shift toward long-term holding and reduced exchange supply. The Chainlink Reserve also grew by nearly 90k LINK, further tightening available supply and easing selling pressure. Despite this, the price has not surged, indicating deliberate accumulation rather than speculative buying. LINK is trading within a key zone between $11.75 support and $14.65 resistance, with a clean break above potentially leading toward $16.66. Persistent buy-side demand and positive spot taker CVD indicate sustained absorption of sell orders. Liquidation data shows shorts significantly outweighing longs, confirming reduced downside pressure and seller exhaustion. In summary, reduced exchange supply, steady accumulation, and controlled leverage create a supportive environment for LINK, with limited downside risk as long as it holds above $11.75. A breakout above resistance appears increasingly likely.

ambcrypto12/26 23:10

Chainlink’s breakout odds – What next after large wallets absorb supply?

ambcrypto12/26 23:10

Solana’s leverage-driven tug of war puts $120 support at risk – How?

Solana's market is currently defined by high leverage and extreme volatility, with its price struggling to hold the critical $120 support level. After failing to break the $150 resistance multiple times, SOL has established a bearish structure. A significant factor is the split among whale investors: while bullish whales are facing substantial unrealized losses on leveraged long positions, bearish whales are profiting from shorting the asset. This dynamic creates a volatile tug-of-war. Despite Circle minting $55 billion in USDC on Solana in 2025, providing ample liquidity, the altcoin continues to face downward pressure. The influx of capital appears to be fueling speculation rather than stabilization. The current conditions, marked by a bearish structure and overexposed long positions, present an ideal setup for a bear trap that could break the key $120 support.

ambcrypto12/26 21:07

Solana’s leverage-driven tug of war puts $120 support at risk – How?

ambcrypto12/26 21:07

XRP See Renewed Buying Activity From Large Investors – Here How Much They’ve Bought

XRP is experiencing renewed buying activity from large investors (whales) despite ongoing market volatility and resistance at the $2 price level. These whales, holding between 100 million and 1 billion XRP, have increased their holdings by approximately 120 million XRP (worth around $150 million). Similarly, mid-tier investors are also accumulating. While this signals growing confidence, it is viewed as a cautious move rather than overtly bullish. Nearly 50% of XRP's supply is currently held at a loss, which could trigger panic but also historically precedes potential rallies, as seen in late 2024. XRP was trading at $1.86 at the time of reporting.

bitcoinist12/26 18:44

XRP See Renewed Buying Activity From Large Investors – Here How Much They’ve Bought

bitcoinist12/26 18:44

Bitcoin’s $85K price battle – Why BTC’s holiday setup looks familiar

Bitcoin is currently testing the $85K price level amid holiday season volatility, with a recent sharp 73% drop on Binance BTC/USD pair sparking manipulation debates. Despite this, the market shows resilience with a 2.2% intraday gain and a "fear" zone sentiment that historically indicates accumulation. Strong technical setup and reduced FUD suggest the dip may have reset Bitcoin for a potential rally, with $85K acting as a key support level. The overall outlook remains bullish for a holiday season surge.

ambcrypto12/26 09:02

Bitcoin’s $85K price battle – Why BTC’s holiday setup looks familiar

ambcrypto12/26 09:02

Bitcoin whales move $230mln to exchanges, yet BTC holds range – Why?

Bitcoin's price remained stable around $87,700 despite significant whale activity on December 25th. A long-dormant whale moved 400 BTC ($34.92M) to OKX, while BlackRock transferred 2,292 BTC ($199.8M) to Coinbase. These movements, alongside five consecutive days of outflows from U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs, heightened market uncertainty. Open interest declined, indicating reduced leverage and cautious trading. BTC continues to consolidate between $86,000 and $93,500. A breakdown below $86,000 could trigger a significant decline, while a break above $93,500 would invalidate the bearish outlook. Market sentiment remains defensive despite underlying bullish leverage positions.

ambcrypto12/26 00:03

Bitcoin whales move $230mln to exchanges, yet BTC holds range – Why?

ambcrypto12/26 00:03

Bitcoin New Whale Loss-Taking Fades: End Of Capitulation?

Recent on-chain data indicates that loss-taking by new Bitcoin whales (holders of over 1,000 BTC acquired within the last 155 days) has flattened, suggesting a potential pause in their capitulation. These whales were primarily responsible for significant realized losses during Bitcoin's decline from $124,000 to $84,000, with one spike exceeding $600 million. However, as BTC's price stabilized recently, the Realized Profit/Loss metric for both new and old whales has returned to neutral levels, meaning they are now transacting near their cost basis. While it's unclear if whale capitulation has fully ended, their selling pressure has currently subsided. Bitcoin, which briefly surpassed $90,000 this week, has since retreated to around $87,000.

bitcoinist12/25 15:16

Bitcoin New Whale Loss-Taking Fades: End Of Capitulation?

bitcoinist12/25 15:16

BitMines’ $15B Ethereum bet suffers a $3.5B loss – Is a relief likely?

BitMines, the world's largest Ethereum treasury firm, recorded a substantial $3.5 billion unrealized loss on its $14.6 billion ETH holdings amid a Q4 2025 market downturn. While some distressed firms like SharpLink and ETHZilla sold their holdings, BitMines Chair Tom Lee continues scaling his position. Despite the sell-off, institutional demand remains strong—whales accumulated over 21 million ETH, and Liquid Capital purchased $1.72 billion worth. Valuation models indicate ETH is undervalued, with a fair value of $4.2K suggesting 45% upside potential from the current $2.9K price.

ambcrypto12/25 09:13

BitMines’ $15B Ethereum bet suffers a $3.5B loss – Is a relief likely?