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Bitcoin Whale: Defined & Explained

By Nicholas Rossolillo – Updated Jun 17, 2025 at 12:52PM

Key Points

  • Bitcoin whales own large Bitcoin amounts, potentially influencing market prices with their trades.
  • Top Bitcoin whales include notable figures and organizations but specific identities are often unknown.
  • Long-term Bitcoin value depends on adoption and technological development, not just whale activity.
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