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Bitcoin’s price surged past $122,000 last week, Strategy grew its holdings to 
over 607,770 BTC, proving its conviction hasn’t wavered. The company’s stash 
is now worth more than the cash reserves of ExxonMobil, cementing its position 
as a heavyweight in both crypto and traditional finance.

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From GPUs to AI deals, Bitcoin miners are finding new lifelines beyond crypto. 
AI is becoming a major revenue stream for them.

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On-chain data shows two private round investors of the $PUMP token have 
offloaded a significant portion of their holdings in recent weeks.

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Bitcoin continues to trade within a tight range, consolidating above the 
$115,000 level and just below the key psychological barrier at $120,000. While 
the price structure remains bullish, market analysts are increasingly divided. 
Some expect Bitcoin to break higher toward uncharted territory, while others 
warn of an incoming correction, citing historical patterns and profit-taking 
behaviors. Related Reading: Ethereum Open Interest Hits Record $50 Billion – 
Volatility Incoming? Adding weight to the cautionary outlook, new data from 
CryptoQuant reveals a significant spike in whale activity. The Whale to 
Exchange Flow monthly average has surged by nearly $17 billion in just four 
days. This kind of jump historically coincides with either profit realization 
or increased volatility, as large holders adjust their positions. Although 
bulls are still in control of the trend, this level of whale inflow to 
exchanges may introduce short-term selling pressure, especially as Bitcoin 
hovers near its all-time high. The coming days could prove pivotal, as market 
participants assess whether this activity marks the beginning of a larger 
distribution phase or simply a healthy rotation within a bullish uptrend. 
Whale Inflows Surge, But Daily Trend Suggests Potential Easing Top analyst 
Darkfost has drawn attention to a critical development in Bitcoin&#8217;s market 
structure. According to his analysis, during the last two major market tops, 
exchange inflows from large holders surpassed $75 billion—an event that marked 
the beginning of a sharp correction or an extended consolidation phase. These 
inflows are a key signal, often indicating that whales are beginning to 
distribute their holdings after a strong rally. Currently, the data suggests a 
similar pattern could be unfolding. Between July 14 and July 18, the Whale to 
Exchange Flow monthly average surged from $28 billion to $45 billion, marking 
a $17 billion increase in just four days. While the recent 80,000 BTC 
transfer—linked to the Satoshi-era whale—likely played a role in this jump, it 
also reflects a broader trend: whales may be capitalizing on the recent all- 
time high to lock in profits. However, there’s an important nuance. Darkfost 
notes that while the monthly average has spiked, daily inflow data shows a 
noticeable decline. This suggests that the selling pressure from whales may be 
subsiding—at least temporarily. If the trend continues, it could provide the 
market with room to stabilize and potentially prepare for another leg up. 
Related Reading: Bitcoin Miner Sales Surge To Highest Level Since April – 
Details Bitcoin Consolidates Below Resistance Amid Bullish Structure Bitcoin 
continues to trade within a narrow consolidation range between $115,724 and 
$122,077, as shown on the 4-hour chart. Despite recent pauses in upward 
momentum, the broader structure remains bullish. The alignment of the 50, 100, 
and 200 simple moving averages (SMAs) confirms a healthy uptrend, with all 
three moving averages sloping upward and supporting the price action from 
below. The $122K level has proven to be a formidable resistance, rejecting 
multiple attempts to break higher. Meanwhile, the $115,724 support has 
remained intact, forming a clear short-term range. Volume has decreased over 
the last few sessions, which suggests indecision or a lack of conviction from 
bulls and bears alike. This kind of consolidation often precedes a breakout, 
especially when aligned with strong trend structure. Related Reading: 
Chainlink Sees Heavy Accumulation – Whales Add 8M LINK In One Month A decisive 
move above $122,077 with strong volume would likely confirm the next bullish 
leg, possibly targeting the $130K zone. Conversely, if bears gain ground and 
break below the $115,724 support, BTC could test the 100 SMA near $114,800 or 
even revisit deeper support zones. Until then, traders should closely monitor 
the volume profile and structure around these levels to anticipate the next 
breakout or breakdown. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

Bitcoin Whale Metrics Flash Mixed Signals: Monthly Inflows Rise And Daily Outflows Start Slowing

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