What could affect BTC’s future price?
On-Chain Whale Behavior (Bullish Impact)
Overview: Data from Santiment and Glassnode shows a significant divergence: addresses holding 10–10,000 BTC have been accumulating aggressively during the recent downturn. In January 2026 alone, whales added 36,000 BTC worth $3.2 billion while retail investors sold (Santiment). The Exchange Whale Ratio has also spiked, indicating large withdrawals from trading platforms.
What this means: Whale accumulation during periods of extreme fear is a historically reliable contrarian indicator. It suggests large, informed investors view current prices as a long-term value zone. Their buying absorbs retail selling pressure, setting the stage for a potential supply shock if sentiment turns.$BTC
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