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<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://coinpedia.org/altcoin/on-chain-data-shows-increased-wrapped-bitcoin-wbtc-accumulation-among-whales/">Whales Accumulate Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC): Is a Crypto Bull Run Coming?</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p> 
<p><a href="https://coinpedia.org/information/guide-to-wrapped-bitcoin/">Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC)</a> is making waves with a notable increase in big transactions, as reported by on-chain analytics firm Santiment. This surge hints at a growing interest in WBTC and potential positivity in the crypto market.</p> 
<p>But what exactly is driving this newfound enthusiasm for WBTC, and what might it mean for the broader landscape? Let’s delve deeper.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-s-with-the-whale-activity">What’s With the Whale Activity?</h2> 
<p>Santiment tweeted about a rise in WBTC transfers worth over $1 million, hitting levels not seen since March. This suggests a significant uptick in big transactions among WBTC whales, signaling more WBTC being accumulated.</p> 
<p>Apart from the whale action, Santiment also noticed substantial growth in the WBTC network, the biggest since July. There’s also an increase in the number of new wallets holding 1 to 1,000 WBTC. These signs indicate a growing interest in WBTC.</p> 
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<p>Santiment’s data shows a historical pattern where similar on-chain activity preceded market rallies in March and June of this year. This could imply that the increased whale activity and WBTC interest may lead to a positive trend in the crypto market.</p> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="strong-key-transactions-to-note-strong"><strong>Key Transactions to Note </strong></h2> 
<p>Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) has experienced notable transaction activity on several occasions. On July 1, 2023, the transaction volume of WBTC surged to over 7,000, marking the second significant spike in just over two months. On August 2, 2023, two substantial transfers of 2,000 WBTC each impacted the overall supply of WBTC on exchanges.</p> 
<p>Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) plays a vital role by allowing Bitcoin to be used in smart contracts and making it more accessible on decentralized exchanges (DEX). This connection bridges the gap between the world’s largest cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi).</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-long-term-holder-supply-grows">Long-term Holder Supply Grows </h2> 
<p>Analyst Charles Edwards pointed out in a tweet that Bitcoin’s long-term holder supply is increasing similarly to levels seen in 2016. Edwards believes that this growth in long-term holders could lead to significant price gains in 2024, possibly resembling the 2017 bull run, which saw Bitcoin’s value increase 10x compared to the 2020 rally. This stronger holder base shows a significant shift in accumulation strategies.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">The massive growth in long-term Bitcoin holders is comparable only with 2016. This step-change jump in Hodl Waves will have big consequences in 2024. Something we didn't see last bull-run. That makes this cycle more similar to 2017, which saw 10X the price appreciation of 2020. <a href="https://t.co/fNLGIKC0O0">pic.twitter.com/fNLGIKC0O0</a></p>— Charles Edwards (@caprioleio) <a href="https://twitter.com/caprioleio/status/1709991900105871697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 5, 2023</a>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="everyone-believes-in-bitcoin">Everyone Believes in Bitcoin </h2> 
<p>The on-chain data not only indicates increased whale activity but also a growing confidence in <a href="https://coinpedia.org/bitcoin/btc-price-analysis-will-bitcoin-price-visit-yearly-highs-in-october/">Bitcoin</a> among both whale traders and long-term investors. Key metrics such as exchange reserves, active addresses, and transaction volumes further support the idea of accumulation, especially around the crucial $20,000 support level. </p> 
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<p>It appears that these holders are getting ready for the next bullish phase in the cryptocurrency market.</p>

Whales Accumulate Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC): Is a Crypto Bull Run Coming?

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