London, UK, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an unexpected blockchain event, more than 80,000 Bitcoins — worth over $8.5 billion at current prices — were transferred from wallets dormant since the so-called “Satoshi Era.” These early Bitcoins, mined between 2009 and 2011, had not seen any activity for over a decade, raising immediate questions across the crypto industry about potential liquidation and market impact.
On-chain analytics platforms including Whale Alert and CryptoQuant flagged the sudden activation of these addresses, sparking speculation that early adopters or institutions controlling legacy wallets may be preparing to sell. Bitcoin prices dipped nearly 4% within hours of the transfers, adding to volatility already fueled by ETF rumors and shifting regulatory sentiment.
“Movements of this size from long-dormant wallets are rare and often interpreted as precursors to large sell-offs,” said Daniel Wu, a blockchain strategist at Singapore Digital Exchange. “Whether or not they signal liquidation, they definitely inject fear into the market.”
As uncertainty grows, investors are increasingly looking for alternatives …