Over 231 new Bitcoin whale wallets emerged in 10 days, showing fast-growing accumulation as BTC trades above $104,000.
Whale wallets now hold 1.68M BTC active in 24h, while short-term wallet growth signals rising pressure on available supply.
Bitcoin’s 2025 cycle echoes past patterns, with whale buying and smaller wallet exits aligning ahead of a potential sharp rally.
Bitcoin whale wallets have grown significantly in the previous months, where over 231 new addresses with 10+ BTC were added in only 10 days. The pattern of accumulation went side by side with Bitcoin's surprise price surge upwards, now at over $104,000, according to on-chain data recorded from 2016 up to mid-2025.
Whale Accumulation Signals Strategic Long-Term Positioning
According to a post by CW, whales have been accumulating Bitcoin “at a tremendous rate” since May 2025, accelerating their pace notably. The total BTC held by wallets active in the last 24 hours has exceeded 1.68 million BTC, indicating persistent accumulation. Wallets active in the 1–7 day window hold over 800,000 BTC, while those in the 7–30 day range retain nearly 500,000 BTC.
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The increase in blue-shaded regions on whale tracking charts suggests intensified short-term activity, especially since late 2023. During this accumulation phase, Bitcoin’s price has surged from around $10,000 in 2020 to over $100,000 in mid-2025. Whale wallets have added over 1 million BTC during that period, with the supply increasingly concentrated in fewer, high-value addresses.
This pattern points to consistent positioning through both rallies and corrections, with whales frequently buying into dips. Notably, the 0–1 day wallet activity category shows the most rapid growth, revealing an aggressive short-term engagement from high-net-worth entities. These active supply metrics reflect broader expectations for a continued upward trajectory in the long-term price outlook.
Historical Patterns Reinforce Cycle-Based Expectations
Bitcoin’s historical price performance from 2011 to 2025 continues to mirror its cyclical structure, with bullish years followed by steep corrections. In a post by LLuciano_BTC, the analyst emphasized how 2025 aligns with Bitcoin’s typical third-year cycle behavior, potentially setting the stage for a 120% rally. Realized Cap metrics have also hit fresh highs this year, indicating a strong underlying value basis.
The visual breakdown of annual returns shows that Bitcoin gained 156.4% in 2012, then surged 5,582.6% in 2013. Later peaks in 2017 (+1,287.4%) and 2020 (+291.1%) followed similar buildup phases involving whale activity and retail consolidation. In contrast, sharp corrections like the −72.2% drop in 2018 and −64.0% in 2022 marked the end of overheated runs.
While 2023 and 2024 recorded respective gains of 156.9% and 118.7%, Bitcoin's performance in 2025 has moderated to 12.5%. Yet, the whale buying behavior combined with a shrinking wallet supply supports the idea of delayed upside. The last time this pattern emerged, Bitcoin doubled in less than six months during 2020.
The combination of on-chain metrics, cyclical historical trends, and sustained whale engagement creates a notable inflection point in the current cycle. As of June 2025, whale-controlled supply remains active and continues rising, particularly in the 0–1 day category. Bitcoin’s current market value stands at $104,282, with whale activity expected to play a defining role in upcoming price action.
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