Cryptocurrency Q&A
What is a bitcoin whale?
What is a bitcoin whale?
CryptoPioneer
Fri Jul 12 2024
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Could you elaborate on the concept of a "Bitcoin whale" in the cryptocurrency ecosystem? I've heard this term used frequently but am not entirely clear on its definition. Is it simply an individual or entity that holds a significant amount of Bitcoin? If so, what constitutes a "significant" amount? And how do these whales influence the market, if at all? Do they tend to have a buying or selling influence? Or does it vary? Finally, what measures, if any, exist to prevent the manipulation of markets by whales? Thanks for your clarifications on this fascinating subject.
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KDramaCharm
Sun Jul 14 2024
Specifically, a bitcoin (BTC) whale refers to an individual or entity that owns a vast amount of bitcoin, typically surpassing a minimum threshold of 1,000 BTC or its equivalent in value, which can exceed $10 million.
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lucas_emma_entrepreneur
Sun Jul 14 2024
However, the concept of a "whale" is not limited to just bitcoin. Holders of other cryptocurrencies, such as ether (ETH), can also be classified as whales if they meet the respective criteria.
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Elena
Sun Jul 14 2024
Similarly, holders of alternative coins (altcoins) may also be designated as whales, depending on the market size and capitalization of the particular coin.
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charlotte_anderson_explorer
Sun Jul 14 2024
The threshold for determining whether an altcoin holder qualifies as a whale varies, as it is directly linked to the market size and liquidity of the coin. As such, the classification of whales in the altcoin space is more nuanced and context-specific.
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BlockchainVisionary
Sun Jul 14 2024
In the realm of cryptocurrencies, the term "whale" is often used to describe entities that possess significant holdings.
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