TLDR
- The $11B Bitcoin whale sold $330 million worth of Ether and opened leveraged long positions in top cryptocurrencies.
- The whale placed a $598 million long position in Ether, betting on its price increase despite facing unrealized losses.
- Along with Ether, the whale also opened long positions in Bitcoin and Solana worth a total of $748 million.
- Despite facing $49 million in unrealized losses, the whale continues to position for a market recovery.
- Other crypto whales have increased their spot Ether acquisitions, signaling confidence in a potential rally.
An $11 billion Bitcoin whale has made major moves in the cryptocurrency market, betting on the price appreciation of Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana. After selling $330 million worth of Ether, the whale opened three leveraged long positions worth $748 million, signaling a possible market recovery. These moves follow a predicted market crash in October, where the whale correctly anticipated a $19 billion decline.
Bitcoin Whale Sells $330M in Ether
The Bitcoin whale’s recent decision to liquidate $330 million in Ether comes after months of accumulating the asset. The sale was part of a larger strategy to reposition funds into long positions. Blockchain data from Lookonchain reveals that the whale opened a $598 million leveraged position in Ether at $3,147 per coin.
BREAKING!
The #BitcoinOG(1011short) with a massive $749M long position in $BTC, $ETH, and $SOL, just deposited 112,894 $ETH($332M) into #Binance again.https://t.co/rM9dXV3Ln4https://t.co/Fsi6okD47f pic.twitter.com/qVlZ4c6Htx
— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) December 30, 2025
Despite the significant sell-off, the whale’s move aligns with a broader strategy of expecting short-term price increases in major cryptocurrencies. The whale’s position will be liquidated if the price of Ether falls below $2,143, which marks the liquidation threshold. The whale continues to hold a large position in Ethereum, signaling confidence in its recovery despite current market volatility.
Whale Opens $748M Long Positions in Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana
In addition to Ether, the Bitcoin whale has placed massive bets on the price rises of Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana. The total value of the long positions stands at $748 million. The largest of these positions is in Ether, worth $598 million, while smaller long positions are taken in Bitcoin and Solana.
Despite facing unrealized losses of around $49 million, the whale’s strategy remains aggressive. By holding these leveraged positions, the whale expects a price rebound in the top cryptocurrencies. The large position in Solana reflects a broader diversification, as the whale continues to place its bets on multiple leading digital assets.
Market Moves Signal Confidence in Short-Term Rally
The whale’s actions are part of a larger trend in the crypto market, with other large investors increasing their spot Ether acquisitions. Recent data from Nansen shows that crypto whales have ramped up their Ether purchases by 1.6 times over the past week. This surge in buying has bolstered market sentiment, particularly around Ether’s price.
Despite the bullish moves from the Bitcoin whale and other crypto whales, “smart money” traders on Nansen continue to be net short on Ether, Bitcoin, and Solana. These traders maintain a cautious stance, reflecting differing market expectations. The ongoing market dynamics suggest that major players are positioning for a recovery, but with varied strategies and risk appetites.
