Early Ethereum Investor Moves $16M Worth of ETH to Binance

According to The Data Nerd, an early Ethereum whale transferred 4,000 ETH—originally bought for just over $10 each—to Binance, potentially realizing a 389x gain.

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Summary

Blockchain analytics platform The Data Nerd reported that a long-term Ethereum holder deposited 4,000 ETH, valued at about $16 million, to Binance. The coins were purchased nine years ago at an average price of $10.25 per ETH. If sold at current prices, the transaction would generate roughly $15.96 million in profit, equating to a 389x return on investment.

Terms & Concepts
  • Ethereum (ETH): A decentralized blockchain platform with its native cryptocurrency, used for transactions and smart contracts.
  • Return on Investment (ROI): A measure of investment profitability, calculated by comparing net profit to the cost of the investment.
  • Binance: A major global cryptocurrency exchange that facilitates trading of various digital assets.