Bitcoin whales have shown strong conviction this week. They purchased $32 billion worth of BTC (equivalent to 300,000 BTC) during the recent market volatility. This massive Bitcoin whale accumulation was key. It helped the price recover and surpass $105,000, moving it away from danger. Data from the Santiment platform confirms this large-scale accumulation activity.
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