Over 200K Bitcoins Worth $9 Bln On Move Sparks Market Anxiety, What’s Happening?

The move of over 200K Bitcoins triggers panic as the crypto community speculates on the motives and impact of this unprecedented transaction.
By Rupam Roy
Updated August 11, 2025
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The cryptocurrency community is in a state of speculation as a remarkable 210,010 Bitcoins were recently exchanged in block #824239, constituting one of Bitcoin’s most significant transactions to date. Maartunn, a well-known on-chain crypto analyst at CryptoQuant, unveiled the details of this colossal transaction, triggering a wave of curiosity and intrigue within the digital currency space.

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Unveiling The Hefty Bitcoin Transfer

Maartunn took to the X platform to disclose the unprecedented transfer, shedding light on the intricacies of the transaction. The staggering amount of 210,010 BTC, worth around $9.02 billion at the current Bitcoin price, moved within block #824239, prompting the crypto expert to express astonishment at the sheer magnitude. While the origin and purpose of this colossal transfer are yet to be fully deciphered, Maartunn shared preliminary details.

Meanwhile, the transfer’s breakdown reveals an input of 210,010 BTC from the wallet address bc1qgdjqv0….nvqqjwvw97. The output includes a significant allocation of 6,000 BTC to the address 1Kr6QSydW9…pJGmUa9i1g. Interestingly, the change from this monumental transfer amounts to 204,010 BTC, returning to the originating address.

The hefty transfer has sparked speculations in the crypto market, especially amid hovering FUD sentiment dominating the market. Notably, the Bitcoin price has recently crossed the $45,000 mark before reversing its course on Wednesday, after the Matrixport report suggested that the SEC could reject all the Spot Bitcoin ETF filings in January.

Paolo Ardoino Bitfinex Wallet
Source: Paolo Ardoino, X

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Bitfinex Cold Wallet Connection In The Transactions

Adding a layer of complexity to the narrative, it has been unveiled that the originating address, bc1qgdjqv0….nvqqjwvw97, is associated with Bitfinex’s cold wallet. Bitfinex, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, is now entwined in the story, raising questions about the motive behind such a colossal transfer and its potential implications for the market.

For context, a user has shared an old update of Paolo Ardoino, the CTO and co-founder at Bitfinex from February 2020, where he confirmed the originating address as the exchange’s “new cold wallet”.

As the crypto community eagerly awaits further insights from Maartunn’s ongoing research into the origin and purpose of this massive Bitcoin transfer, the incident stands as a testament to the ever-evolving and intriguing nature of the cryptocurrency landscape.

Meanwhile, after a market downturn, the Bitcoin price has recovered and is up 2% close to the $44,000 level at the time of writing. Based on CoinGecko data, the Bitcoin trading volume on Thursday has surpassed $29 billion. Notably, the crypto has touched a high of $44,254 and a low of $44,254 in the last 24 hours, reflect some volatility in the market.

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Rupam Roy
Rupam is a seasoned professional with three years of experience in the financial market, where he has developed a reputation as a meticulous research analyst and insightful journalist. He thrives on exploring the dynamic nuances of the financial landscape. Currently serving as a sub-editor at Coingape, Rupam's expertise extends beyond conventional boundaries. His role involves breaking stories, analyzing AI-related developments, providing real-time updates on the crypto market, and presenting insightful economic news. Rupam's career is characterized by a deep passion for unraveling the complexities of finance and delivering impactful stories that resonate with a diverse audience.
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