# Whales Related Articles

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Dogecoin drops, but whales buy 470 mln DOGE tokens – What’s next?

Dogecoin (DOGE) has declined amid broader market weakness linked to geopolitical tensions, dropping over 1.25% in 24 hours to $0.09. Despite the bearish sentiment, large investors accumulated 470 million DOGE tokens between March 18–21, 2026, signaling confidence in a potential rebound. Derivatives data shows a mild bearish tilt, with more short positions than longs. However, technical analysis indicates DOGE is trading near a key support level of $0.088 within a parallel channel. If it holds, a 15% rise toward $0.1038 is possible, repeating historical patterns. The ADX indicator confirms a strong trend, supporting the chance of upward movement.

ambcrypto03/23 15:04

Dogecoin drops, but whales buy 470 mln DOGE tokens – What’s next?

ambcrypto03/23 15:04

Ethereum whales are profitable again! Here’s why it’s bullish AND dangerous

Ethereum whales holding over 100,000 ETH are profitable again as ETH trades near $2,000, signaling a potential market transition. While this shift improves confidence and supports accumulation, it also raises the risk of distribution near key resistance levels. The aggregate realized price around $2,350–$2,400 remains a critical zone. On-chain data shows exchange outflows and renewed accumulation, but expanding supply and inconsistent retail demand limit upward momentum. With issuance exceeding burns and active address activity fluctuating, Ethereum’s recovery depends heavily on sustained demand to counter rising liquid supply and overhead selling pressure.

ambcrypto03/22 22:01

Ethereum whales are profitable again! Here’s why it’s bullish AND dangerous

ambcrypto03/22 22:01

XRP stalls below $1.60 despite a record 5.66M retail holders – Why?

Retail investor interest in XRP has surged, with a record 5.66 million addresses now holding under 100 XRP. Additionally, cohorts holding 100 to 100K XRP reached an all-time high of 2.01 million wallets. Whale activity also rebounded in March, with large holders shifting from net selling to accumulation, marking the first positive whale demand since July 2025. This renewed interest helped XRP's price rise 21% in early March, from $1.3 to $1.6. However, the price faced strong resistance at the $1.6 level, leading to a pullback. If the current accumulation trend continues, XRP could see another significant rally if market conditions improve, provided it holds above the key $1.30 support zone.

ambcrypto03/22 01:02

XRP stalls below $1.60 despite a record 5.66M retail holders – Why?

ambcrypto03/22 01:02

All about Dogecoin’s ‘muted’ price action and the distribution pressure on it

Dogecoin's on-chain activity surged with 1.037 billion DOGE transferred, yet the price remained stagnant around $0.094. This divergence suggests the high volume stems from redistribution, exchange movements, or internal transfers rather than genuine buying pressure. Whale activity, including $90 million+ flows into exchanges like Bitget, indicates distribution, increasing sell-side pressure. Although exchange balances dropped 30% since late 2025, intermittent large inflows continue to introduce overhead resistance. With top holders controlling 66% of supply and not accumulating, DOGE remains range-bound, balancing between distribution and absorption forces.

ambcrypto03/21 20:01

All about Dogecoin’s ‘muted’ price action and the distribution pressure on it

ambcrypto03/21 20:01

Bitcoin Exchange Reserves Plummet To Lowest Level – Why This May Not Be Bullish

Bitcoin exchange reserves have hit a historic low of 2.72 million BTC, representing only 13.6% of the circulating supply. While this typically signals bullish sentiment as investors move assets to private wallets for long-term holding, a concerning withdrawal of approximately $600 million in stablecoin reserves over 48 hours suggests potential market liquidity issues. This pattern previously preceded significant market downturns. Despite Bitcoin's recent price struggles, including a drop to $60,000, whale wallets holding 100+ BTC have increased by 753 in three months, indicating continued accumulation by large investors. Bitcoin is currently trading around $70,600, with mixed short-term performance but a 5.95% gain over the past month.

bitcoinist03/21 18:32

Bitcoin Exchange Reserves Plummet To Lowest Level – Why This May Not Be Bullish

bitcoinist03/21 18:32

Ethereum retail demand rises, yet ETH’s rally looks weak: Here’s why

Ethereum's market structure is undergoing a significant shift, transitioning from whale-driven accumulation to retail-led demand. While retail investors are actively buying dips, pushing order sizes toward the $1,600–$2,000 range, whale activity remains notably absent. This lack of large-holder conviction weakens the market's momentum and increases the risk of failed breakouts or prolonged range-bound movement. On-chain data shows a marginal increase in exchange reserves and steady inflows, suggesting whales are distributing assets rather than accumulating. Concurrently, the rally is primarily spot-driven with low leverage, as evidenced by stable funding rates and a slight decline in open interest. This supports short-term price consolidation but limits upside potential, making a sustained bullish breakout contingent on renewed participation from larger investors.

ambcrypto03/21 17:02

Ethereum retail demand rises, yet ETH’s rally looks weak: Here’s why

ambcrypto03/21 17:02

These Key Ethereum Metrics Point To A Potential Liquidity Trap – What To Know

Ethereum has turned bearish following the Fed meeting but remains above $2,100. Key on-chain metrics suggest a potential liquidity trap, as large holders (whales) are closing long positions and opening shorts, while retail traders aggressively open long positions. This divergence indicates weakening underlying strength despite surface-level price firmness. Analysts note that recent buying pressure was absorbed by sell-side liquidity, and significant long buildups point to key liquidation levels near $1,850. Ethereum recently filled a CME gap at $2,117, which now acts as a support level. A rebound occurs, the next target could be around $2,686, which would fill another CME gap.

bitcoinist03/21 07:01

These Key Ethereum Metrics Point To A Potential Liquidity Trap – What To Know

bitcoinist03/21 07:01

Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Fell Below The $70,000 Level Again

The Bitcoin price fell below the critical $70,000 support level due to a sharp market pullback triggered by the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain current interest rates. This reinforced a "higher for longer" monetary policy stance, extending the expected timeline for rate cuts to 2026. High interest rates make money more expensive, reducing investment in risky assets like cryptocurrencies. The drop erased the week's gains as BTC fell 3% from $72,400 to under $70,000 shortly after the announcement. Despite the bearish sentiment, data shows a 3.9% increase in large whale addresses holding 100+ BTC over the past three months, indicating continued institutional confidence. Macro events, including upcoming Fed meetings, CPI and PCE data, and geopolitical tensions, will continue to influence Bitcoin's price trajectory.

bitcoinist03/21 04:02

Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Fell Below The $70,000 Level Again

bitcoinist03/21 04:02

XRP treasury filing signals institutional push – Can demand sustain the shift?

Ripple's XRP treasury strategy is gaining institutional momentum as Evernorth Holdings moves toward a Nasdaq listing via a SPAC merger. The company plans to hold 473 million XRP, supported by SBI Holdings and Pantera Capital, and aims to generate yield through lending, DeFi, and validator activities—shifting from passive holding to active management. However, while the model draws inspiration from MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin treasury approach, XRP faces challenges in institutional adoption and capital flow compared to Bitcoin. Recent on-chain data shows significant whale outflows and large transfers, suggesting possible accumulation but also highlighting the need for sustained demand to support price stability and growth.

ambcrypto03/21 04:02

XRP treasury filing signals institutional push – Can demand sustain the shift?

ambcrypto03/21 04:02

XRP stuck between $1.44–$1.54: Can whales trigger a breakout?

XRP's price is consolidating within a narrow range of $1.44–$1.54, currently near $1.46, but this stability masks a lack of institutional conviction. On-chain data reveals weak institutional participation, with the accumulation model in negative territory and no signs of aggressive buying or distribution. Historically, strong upward trends require sustained institutional inflows, which are currently absent. CME Futures Volume and Open Interest remain low, while ETF flows are inconsistent with minor inflows offset by outflows. Although whale accumulation provides a base, the broader absence of institutional demand prevents a decisive price breakout, leaving the market in a state of equilibrium dependent on fresh catalysts.

Ambcrypto03/20 00:02

XRP stuck between $1.44–$1.54: Can whales trigger a breakout?