My personal opinion? News about a record number of profitable Bitcoin wallets and the growth of 'whales' that are shouting from every corner often smells of hype. When such data is brought to public attention, it is not just a statement of fact — it is a signal that may benefit someone. Big money, as we rightly know, is usually made in silence, and here the orchestra is playing.
Most likely, such loud headlines can be a tool for market manipulation. They create euphoria, saying, 'Everyone is in the plus, whales are buying, it's going to explode now!' — and the crowd starts to pour in, heating up demand. Meanwhile, someone smart may already be preparing to dump their positions at the peak. Long-term holding (4.4 years) and the growth of 'whales' is certainly a sign of confidence, but when it is trumpeted too loudly, I start to suspect that someone wants retail investors to jump in before a correction.
At the same time, I do not deny that Bitcoin is a strong asset, and the current metrics (55 million profitable wallets, 19 thousand 'whales') speak of its resilience. But such news for public consideration looks more like an attempt to shake the market than a sincere desire to share success. My intuition suggests: if everything is so rosy, then why not keep quiet and continue accumulating? Big players do not like to share plans until they have locked in profits.
In short, I would approach such news with skepticism. This doesn't mean that Bitcoin is bad or that there won't be growth. But loud statements are often a smokescreen for someone's maneuvers. It's better to look at the charts, fundamental factors, and keep a cool head. What do you think?
