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Binance Witnesses 5000 BTC Withdrawn in Just 60 Seconds

BTC withdrawals surge as Binance faces uncertainty. Is the shift to private wallets a sign of HODLer confidence?
Binance Witnesses 5000 BTC Withdrawn in Just 60 Seconds

Binance is witnessing a significant withdrawal of Bitcoin with the crypto world unstable. Amid whispers surrounding the platform, investors pulled over 5,000 BTC in just one minute, underlining the sheer magnitude of the issue. Significantly, Changpeng Zhao, Binance’s CEO, labels this incident as mere ‘fear, uncertainty, and doubt’ tactics.

However, besides the one-minute wonder, a six-day streak from August 17 showed Bitcoin outflows dominating the Binance exchange. Hence, by August 22, 14,460 BTC found their way out of Binance’s reserves.

Moreover, Binance is one of many platforms seeing such massive withdrawals. Glassnode’s recent insights highlighted a 5-year low for BTC balances across all major exchanges. 

 BTC Balance on Exchages (Source: glassnode)

Consequently, fewer than 2.27 million BTC remain in known exchange wallets. Additionally, these shifts point to ‘HODLers’ preferring the safety of private wallets, indicating a potential reluctance to sell their holdings in the immediate future.

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Fee Overhaul at Binance 

Additionally, with Binance’s pivot from a zero-fee Bitcoin trading model starting September 7, the dynamics of its BTC/TUSD trading pair will undergo a significant transformation. The days of enjoying zero-maker and taker fees are ending. Moreover, while the maker fees will hold zero status, taker fees will now hinge on the user’s VIP level.

With Binance phasing out BUSD support in favor of TUSD, a noticeable drop in Tether (USDT) volumes came to the fore. Many seasoned traders and crypto enthusiasts see this as a pivotal moment with far-reaching market implications. Consequently, as this new crypto phase looms, all eyes remain on Binance’s subsequent moves and the overarching market aftermath.

The crypto sphere is experiencing some noteworthy shifts. The landscape is evolving with changes in trading fee structures and substantial BTC withdrawals. As these events unfold, market players and enthusiasts will watch closely, anticipating the next significant turn.

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Kelvin Munene Murithi

Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience, offering in-depth market analysis and expert commentary . With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University, Kelvin is known for his meticulous research and strong writing skills, particularly in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured across top industry publications such as Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Cryptotimes, Coinedition, TheCoinrepublic, Cryptotale, and Analytics Insight among others, where he consistently provides timely updates and insightful content. Kelvin’s focus lies in uncovering emerging trends in the crypto space, delivering factual and data-driven analyses that help readers make informed decisions. His expertise extends across market cycles, technological innovations, and regulatory shifts that shape the crypto landscape. Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin has a passion for chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.

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