Crypto Alert: Dormant Wallet Activates With Transfers $44 Million in Bitcoin: What’s Next?

Bitcoin soared above the $64,000 threshold today, setting a momentous achievement in its current run-up.The resurgence in Bitcoin’s price was accompanied by a noteworthy event – the activation of a dormant wallet containing 687 BTC, valued at over $43 million as per Whale Alert data. This dormant Bitcoin whale, inactive for over a decade, made two substantial transfers to unknown wallets on Monday, totaling nearly $44 million.

As per Lookonchain, an onchain analytic firm, the first transaction involved the transfer of 625.42 BTC, amounting to a $41 million. The second transfer moved 61.9 BTC, equivalent to approximately $4 million at the time.

The dormant whale acquired this substantial sum of Bitcoin on January 12, 2014, when the cryptocurrency was valued at $917 per coin. The dormant whale’s BTC reserve, initially worth $630,000, has now soared to approximately $43.94 million.

However, this sudden transfer has raised concerns among investors regarding a potential selloff. The significant profit realized by the dormant whale strengthens the possibility of a dump, which could adversely affect Bitcoin’s price amidst its ongoing recovery. A selloff of such magnitude could potentially trigger a decline or sideways movement in the market, providing an opportunity for Bitcoin bears to capitalize on.

Bitcoin/USD 1-Day price chart, Source: Trading view

Despite Bitcoin’s successful rebound past $64,000, traders remain cautious as indicators suggest a potential reversal in the near future. The one-day stochastic RSI trading above the signal line indicates that Bitcoin is currently overbought, signaling a possible downturn.

Moreover, the one-day MACD trading above the signal line suggests strong bearish momentum in the short term, with potential for further downward movement. Traders are advised to monitor for a crossover below the signal line, which could indicate a trend reversal.
Additionally, the one-day ADX reading of 25.52 suggests moderate trend strength in the asset, but may not be robust enough to sustain significant price movement. Furthermore, shorts accounted for nearly 95% of total liquidations, according to Coinglass, although the impact of the short squeeze may be limited compared to recent days.