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Story: Ethereum Whale Holdings Hit 9-Year High

By James Thorp

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Ethereum (ETH) is finding it increasingly difficult to recover above the $2,000 mark, with market signals continuing to flash bearish.

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Whale Accumulation Hits Highest Level Since 2015

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Recent blockchain data shows that whale wallets—those holding more than 1% of the total Ethereum supply—now collectively own 46% of all circulating ETH.

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This surge in accumulation by whales—who often include institutional investors, funds, or early adopters—has fueled a debate.

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As whales have increased their holdings, smaller players have seen their share diminish. Retail investors—wallets holding less than 0.

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Analysts warn that this kind of imbalance can lead to extreme price volatility. If just a few large wallets initiate a sell-off, it could have an outsized impact on the market,…

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Concentrated Holdings Raise Volatility Risk

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One of the more concerning figures is the volume of ETH held by wallets controlling between 1,000 and 100,000 ETH.

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A recent move by Galaxy Digital, which shifted $100 million worth of ETH, added to speculation that some whales may be preparing to reposition their holdings.

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Bearish Technicals Signal Continued Downside Risk

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Technically, Ethereum remains under pressure. Its exponential moving averages (EMAs) continue to reflect a bearish structure, with short-term averages still sitting below…

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Despite the bearish outlook, there is still potential for recovery if momentum shifts. If Ethereum can reclaim the $1,669 resistance level, the next targets would be $1,749 and…

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With Ethereum trading below $2,000 and whale wallets accumulating a historic share of supply, the market appears increasingly vulnerable to sharp moves.

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