Dormant ETH Whale Moves $397M Worth of ETH to Gemini Exchange

Dormant ETH Whale Moves $397M Worth of ETH to Gemini Exchange

A dormant Ethereum whale transferred its remaining ETH holdings worth $397M to Gemini, completing two large transactions this week following years of inactivity.

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Fact Check
The statement is strongly supported by a high volume of consistent evidence from multiple independent sources. A total of eight out of the nine provided sources directly corroborate the key elements of the claim: a transfer of Ethereum (ETH) valued at approximately $145 million, originating from a wallet that had been dormant for a long period, and sent to the Gemini exchange. Several sources provide specific, matching details that enhance credibility. For instance, multiple outlets report the wallet had been inactive for nine years, and one specifies the exact amount as 50,000 ETH, which aligns with the $145 million valuation at the time of reporting. The event is reported by crypto-focused news sites (Bitcoinworld.co.in), financial news platforms (Ainvest.com), and cryptocurrency exchanges (BingX, Phemex), indicating widespread coverage within the relevant industry.There is no conflicting evidence among the sources. The single source that does not support the claim is irrelevant, as it discusses a transfer of a different cryptocurrency (Bitcoin), not Ethereum. The overwhelming consensus and lack of any contradictions across a variety of relevant publications provide high confidence that the statement is truthful.
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Summary

A dormant Ethereum whale moved a total of 135,284 ETH, valued at about $397 million, to Gemini in two large transactions this week. On the 27th, $255 million worth of ETH was transferred, following an earlier move of 50,000 ETH. The wallet, which acquired the coins in 2017 at around $90 each, has now shifted all holdings, potentially positioning for liquidation. Arkham Intelligence reported the movement, noting the scale could impact market liquidity if the assets are sold.

Terms & Concepts
  • ETH Whale: An individual or entity holding a large amount of Ethereum, capable of influencing market movements.
  • Gemini: A U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange that allows trading and custody of digital assets.