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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Marvie Basilan

RARE PHOTOS: Ancient bitcoin whale reactivates moves bitcoin mined a month after btc launch | Vintage Vibes

An ancient Bitcoin whale recently activated, drawing attention from crypto users who hailed the long-term holder for his "conviction." (Credit: Pixabay)

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  • The whale account's $BTC stash grew to a staggering $80 million from $474,000
  • The 'rare' Bitcoins were last transferred way back 2014 before the whale wallet went dormant
  • Crypto users are in awe of the ancient whale's conviction on Bitcoin's long-term value

Bitcoin whales, the individuals or entities enjoying life on top of the cryptocurrency realm's ranks, have become a major engagement driver in the industry as their movements and massive transactions are widely followed.

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