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Ancient Bitcoin Whale Awakens, Abruptly Moves $60,700,000 in BTC at 4,258% Profit After Lying Low Since 2013

Apr 21, 2023 · 1 min read · 50 points
Ancient Bitcoin Whale Awakens, Abruptly Moves $60,700,000 in BTC at 4,258% Profit After Lying Low Since 2013
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A long-dormant Bitcoin (BTC) whale is suddenly awakening after lying low for over nine years, according to on-chain data.

Highlights

  • A long-dormant Bitcoin (BTC) whale is suddenly awakening after lying low for over nine years, according to on-chain data.
  • Blockchain tracker Lookonchain reveals that the address, which had previously transacted in December of 2013, has transferred 2,071.5 Bitcoin worth approximately $60.7 million.
  • With Bitcoin trading at $28,894 at time of writing, the BTC has recorded a 4,258% profit.
  • Over the wallet’s nine-year period of dormancy, trace amounts of Bitcoin, typically BTC worth cents, were sent to the address.
  • Dusting attacks usually occur for various reasons including academic research, spying and criminal intentions.

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