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Story: Bitcoin Sees Massive Coinbase Inflows as Whales Move Assets

By Julie Binoche

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A Surge in Exchange Inflows. Between April 3rd and 4th, Bitcoin markets saw notable unrest, with long-dormant coins moving and…

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Dormant Coins Begin to Move. Another key indicator of the market’s stress was the movement of long-dormant Bitcoin.

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The Taker Buy/Sell Ratio and Derivatives Market Activity. As Bitcoin’s price fluctuated, derivatives exchanges also saw an interesting anomaly.

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Bitcoin’s Sensitivity to Macro Events. Bitcoin’s swift response to Trump’s tariff statement highlights the cryptocurrency’s sensitivity…

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Conclusion. The massive inflows to Coinbase, the movement of dormant coins, and the flurry of selling from…

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Bitcoin (BTC) markets have been under pressure recently, with a surge in exchange inflows and significant sell-off activity.

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In an unusual move, Bitcoin saw a significant increase in inflows to exchanges, particularly Coinbase.

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Along with the 2,500 BTC inflow, whale wallets transferring between 10 and 100 BTC in single moves were observed across multiple exchanges, further confirming the bearish…

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Another key indicator of the market’s stress was the movement of long-dormant Bitcoin. Over 1,057 BTC, aged between 7 and 10 years, were spent for the first time in years.

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Dormant coins are typically held by long-term investors who are less likely to sell their assets during market fluctuations.

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In addition to the movements from long-term holders, more than 18,930 BTC from holders aged 1 to 18 months were moved on-chain.

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As Bitcoin’s price fluctuated, derivatives exchanges also saw an interesting anomaly. On Bybit, the Taker Buy/Sell Ratio spiked to 5.

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This surge in buying activity, coupled with large inflows to exchanges and the movement of dormant coins, paints a picture of a market in transition.

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However, analysts have noted that ongoing geopolitical instability could eventually lead to a weaker U.S.

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The massive inflows to Coinbase, the movement of dormant coins, and the flurry of selling from short-term holders all suggest that Bitcoin markets are undergoing a period of…

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