A whirlwind of mass trading shakes the market. While small investors have been swimming in the waters of Binanance, Bitcoin (BTC) giant Whale has begun to find new pitches that will move millions without causing waves in this exchange.
A platform known for its accessibility for retailers; Turns into magnets for large market playersaccording to an analysis shared by on-chain data provider Cryptoquant, created by a trader known as Ja Maartunn.
Binance exchange inflow in chains (medium, MA7) metrics reveal significant turns by measuring the average size of the sediment.
A low average usually reflects intense retail activity, or small investors. but, High average, as is the current one of 13.5 BTC per deposita typical large transaction for whales: investors with over 1,000 BTC in their wallets.
Since the beginning of 2024, this indicator has risen from 0.8 btc to current levels, confirming an increase in the presence of these financial titans, as seen in the next graphics.
Fluidity attracts giants
Why do whales choose Binance? The answer lies in its huge trading volume. As the biggest exchange on the market, Binance offers deep liquidity that allows large investors to execute large orders The analyst explains without causing a significant price.
This ability has been transforming the platform into an attractive destination for whales since 2024, indicating a change regarding the traditional image of shelter for retail trading. “Traditionally, Binance is seen as a trade-off for retail advantages, but this cycle has changed,” says Maartunn.
Recent examples demonstrate this trend. As reported by Cryptonoticias, the address linked to an ancient whale for over a decade moved almost 1,000 BTC to Binance on Tuesday, August 27th.
The transaction, split into 500 BTC and 250 BTC, was the involved currency acquired in 2013, with Bitcoin citing about $332. Now they are trying to capitalize their profits after waiting years.
Increased whale activity in Binance redefines the role of exchange in ecosystems. The ability to absorb large scale transactions integrates it as a neural center for more important capital movements.
However, this phenomenon raises questions about the long-term impact on Bitcoin’s price stability, particularly when sales of these historic actors collide with the need for new liquidity floating in the market.
