Bitcoin Whales Resume Aggressive Accumulation as Combined Holdings Reach 3.03 Million BTC

Large Bitcoin holders have shifted from distribution to aggressive accumulation, pushing total whale holdings to 3.03 million BTC, the highest level since November 2025. The 30-day whale accumulation rate accelerated to its fastest pace since February 2026. Momentum was further supported by a buyer withdrawing 1,162 BTC worth about $96.77 million from Wintermute. Concurrently, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs turned net positive year-to-date with roughly 2,300 BTC in inflows valued at approximately $1.5 billion, while September USDT borrowing by borrowers with over $10 million in Bitcoin-backed facilities surged 83.30%.