Bitcoin Whales Are Buying $3.17 Billion Worth of BTC — Here's Why You Should Pay Attention

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When the biggest players in crypto start accumulating heavily, it has historically been one of the most reliable signals that a significant price move is coming. Over the past two weeks, Bitcoin wallets holding between 10 and 10,000 BTC have accumulated nearly 41,000 Bitcoin worth approximately $3.17 billion — and that is not a coincidence.

According to Santiment, institutional demand is clearly accelerating alongside this whale activity, with Bitwise's head of European research confirming the pickup in big-money inflows.The setup that analysts watch most closely is exactly what is forming right now: large holders accumulating while retail investors take profits. Santiment calls this combination one of the strongest signals for a long-term bull run. With Bitcoin up 8.62% over the past 30 days and approaching the psychologically important $80,000 level — not seen since January 30 — the window to position ahead of the next leg up may be narrowing.The best entry opportunity often comes precisely when the broader market is still fearful.

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index currently sits at 39, firmly in Fear territory, meaning the majority of retail investors are still sitting on the sidelines. Historically, buying when whales accumulate and sentiment is low has been one of the most profitable strategies in crypto.

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on-chain data from Santiment shows a classic accumulation phase, where mid-to-large wallets absorb supply while retail exits into strength