CryptoQuant Says Whales Boost Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP During Weakness
TL;DR:
- Bitcoin whale holdings reached 3.06 million BTC after intensifying their purchases when the price fell below $60,000.
- Wallets with over 100,000 ETH added approximately 1.8 million Ether since mid-2025, setting historical accumulation records.
- Bitcoin’s realized price stood at $52,900, while Ether traded at $2,450 and XRP at $0.75.
Large holders are increasing their positions in digital assets while market valuations approach levels characteristic of an ending bear cycle. In that sense, a recent report from CryptoQuant reveals that whales are driving Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum by absorbing available supply when prices falter.
Supply Accumulation in Phases of Weakness
The analytics platform detailed in its Smart Money report that Bitcoin reserves held by whales—excluding exchanges and mining pools—rose to nearly 3.06 million BTC. This figure represents an increase from the 2.87 million BTC recorded in December 2025.
According to the CryptoQuant report, Bitcoin accumulation accelerated its pace starting in June 2026, coinciding with the price drop below the $60,000 threshold.
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