Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin movement this year?..."The sleeping giant awakens"

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The possibility of Satoshi Nakamoto's Bitcoin moving has been raised, spreading tension throughout the market.

According to a report by TheStreet on April 22 (local time), a trader predicted that Satoshi Nakamoto's Bitcoin holdings could actually move in 2026. This claim garnered attention because the emergence of a large volume of dormant assets could significantly impact prices.

The amount believed to be held by Satoshi is estimated to be around 1 million BTC, which accounts for a significant portion of the total supply. Concerns have been raised that if such a large volume enters the market, it could have a ripple effect beyond mere trading.

To date, Satoshi's wallet has shown no movement for many years. This 'complete dormancy' has been considered a key factor in maintaining Bitcoin's scarcity and market trust.

The trader pointed out that with recent changes in market structure coinciding with rising prices, the possibility of early holders taking action cannot be entirely ruled out. Given past instances where large amounts of Bitcoin moved from wallets that had been dormant for long periods, the market could react sensitively.

While this scenario remains a mere prediction, the mere possibility of a large volume moving acts as a factor stimulating market volatility. Investors are closely monitoring on-chain movements and large wallet flows.

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