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Whale Holdings Increase

Definition

Whale holdings increase describes a rise in the amount of a digital asset accumulated by large individual or institutional investors. This refers to significant capital inflows into the wallets of entities known for holding substantial quantities of a particular cryptocurrency, often called “whales.” An increase in their holdings can signal strong conviction in the asset’s future price performance or a strategic accumulation phase. Such movements are closely watched by market observers as they can precede periods of price appreciation due to reduced selling pressure or anticipated future demand.