TLDR
- The crypto whale known as the “Hyperunit whale” has opened $55 million in long positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum.
- The whale made $200 million by correctly predicting the U.S.-China tariff market crash in October.
- The trader’s new positions include a $37 million long on Bitcoin and an $18 million long on Ethereum.
- Hyperunit has also executed two profitable short trades since the October crash.
- The whale has been in the market for over seven years, holding significant Bitcoin gains from the 2018 bear market.
A crypto whale known as the “Hyperunit whale” has opened $55 million in long positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum. The trader gained attention after earning $200 million from the U.S.-China tariff-led crypto crash last month. Data from Arkham Intelligence confirmed the whale’s latest market move on Monday.
The crypto whale placed a $37 million long on Bitcoin and an $18 million long on Ethereum through the exchange Hyperliquid. Arkham identified the positions in an X post, noting the trader’s consistent accuracy in past market calls. The platform asked whether the whale would “get it right for the fourth time in a row.”
THE $10B HYPERUNIT WHALE JUST LONGED $BTC AND $ETH
This address is owned by the Hyperunit whale, who:
– Bought $850M of BTC during the 2018 bear market, and held until it was worth $10B+
– Rotated $5B of BTC into ETH from August-October this year
– Made $200M by successfully… https://t.co/fiQlDWtAOz pic.twitter.com/nvgvGe76lm— Arkham (@arkham) November 3, 2025
The trader became well known after predicting the October 10 market downturn and profiting from short positions. Since then, the crypto whale has executed two other successful short trades. Market watchers say their latest move signals renewed bullish confidence.
Bitcoin Long Position: $37 Million Bet on Recovery
The crypto whale entered a $37 million Bitcoin long after profiting heavily from October’s sharp decline. Bitcoin now trades at $106,598, about 15.5% below its all-time high. Analysts view the whale’s position as a calculated move to ride a potential rebound.
The trader has been active in the crypto space for over seven years. During the 2018 bear market, they reportedly bought $850 million worth of Bitcoin. The holdings grew to an estimated $10 billion in value before recent corrections.
Market data shows long-term holders have sold about 405,000 Bitcoin between October 2 and November 2, according to CryptoQuant. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley said many early investors are taking profits. “They’ve got life to live,” he said, referring to the emotional challenge of holding through large swings.
Ethereum Long Position: $18 Million in Fresh Leverage
The crypto whale also opened an $18 million Ethereum long on Hyperliquid. Ethereum trades at $3,602, which is 27.3% below its record high. The position reflects the trader’s expectation of recovery in the broader altcoin market.
Ethereum’s decline has mirrored Bitcoin’s pullback, yet long-term sentiment remains positive. Traders view this whale’s move as a potential signal of confidence in the coming months. Arkham said the Hyperunit whale could once again be early in spotting a bottom.
Whale tracking has shown that institutional-level traders often enter during fear-driven markets. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index currently reads 42, placing the market in “Fear.” This environment often creates conditions for accumulation, according to multiple analytics platforms.
Market Data Suggests Selling Pressure May Ease
Santiment data suggests that the market may be stabilizing after weeks of decline. The platform reported 208,980 fewer Bitcoin on exchanges compared to six months ago. This trend suggests reduced selling pressure and more long-term holding.
🔐 Despite Bitcoin's market value dropping 14% since its all-time high back on October 6th, an encouraging sign is the fact that $BTC is generally staying off of exchanges. Overall, when a coin's supply is not moving to exchanges, the risk of further sell-offs are limited.
— Santiment (@santimentfeed) November 3, 2025
“Despite Bitcoin’s market value dropping 14% since October 6, BTC is generally staying off exchanges,” Santiment stated. Analysts interpret such movements as a sign of potential supply tightening. When coins stay in private wallets, fewer sell orders usually hit the market.
The crypto whale’s actions align with this sentiment as they increase exposure while others reduce it. While markets remain volatile, whales often capitalize on such fear-driven phases to establish long positions. Arkham’s data continues to highlight the Hyperunit whale’s strategic and timely trades.
At present, the crypto whale holds open positions worth $55 million across Bitcoin and Ethereum. Market analysts are watching closely to see if their latest bets succeed again. For now, the whale remains one of the most closely tracked traders in the digital asset space.
