In the realm of cryptocurrency, a mysterious Bitcoin <a href="https://www.cryptoknowmics.com/glossary#whale" target="_blank" rel="noopener">whale</a> has captivated attention by accumulating over <a href="https://platform.arkhamintelligence.com/explorer/address/bc1qchctnvmdva5z9vrpxkkxck64v7nmzdtyxsrq64" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$450</a> million in Bitcoin holdings within the wallet address "bc1qc." This wallet, currently the 74th largest Bitcoin holder, has seen significant inflows of around 12,070 BTC, prompting widespread speculation about the identity and motives behind this substantial accumulation.

Experts in the blockchain community have proposed various theories, with some suggesting it may be part of a crypto exchange's cold storage strategy, given the absence of outgoing transactions and a pattern of sizable incoming transfers. Others speculate that institutional investors are preparing for the potential approval of <a href="https://www.cryptoknowmics.com/news/bitcoin-etfs-to-launch-in-australia-to-test-crypto-demand/">Bitcoin ETFs</a>, citing a daily buying streak by the mystery whale.
<h2>BitMEX Link Explored, Dormant Wallet Stirs $112M Bitcoin Transfer</h2>
Chris Martin, Director of Research at Amberdata, hinted at a possible connection with BitMEX, as funds from BitMEX hot wallets constitute a significant portion of the influx to the "bc1qc" address. However, he acknowledged the slim chance of a large investor withdrawing from BitMEX, leaving room for speculation.

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Meanwhile, in a surprising development, a dormant Bitcoin wallet, inactive for over four years, reappeared, transferring its entire holding of 3,623 BTC, now valued at $136.94 million, to two new wallets. This move follows a profitable acquisition of BTC between October 25, 2018, and December 31, 2019, with the current market value representing a staggering $112 million profit.

As Bitcoin approaches the $40,000 threshold, and amid a resurgence of dormant whales making substantial transfers, the cryptocurrency market is on edge, anticipating potential impacts on broader market trends and investor sentiment.

Mysterious Bitcoin Whale: $450M Speculation

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Mysterious Bitcoin Whale: $450M Speculation

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